Catching some air on the dirt track. Joseph Frederick photo. TINA L. SCOTT EDITOR Racers were kicking up dust as they rounded the corners and caught some air taking the jumps on the dirt race track …

Squirt Division (8-10 years old) Youth Summer Classic Champions. Submitted photo. On Aug 9-11, 2024, the Merrill Youth Hockey Association welcomed more than 130 youth hockey players from Wisconsin, …

The bicycling portion of the race took racers through and past Council Grounds State Park. Joseph Frederick photo. TINA L. SCOTT EDITOR The annual Black Squirrel Scurry Triathlon was held Saturday, …

A young rider leans in and gives his horse the lead as they sprint for the finish line. Tina L. Scott photo. TINA L. SCOTT EDITOR In prior years, the 4-H Horse Show has typically been held during the …

This year's winning team in the Adult Tournament is the Burgener Contract Carrier's team, led by team Captain and Merrill native Ben DeBroux. Other team members, in no particular order, included Jake …

L to R: Cecil Sukow, Al Crevier, Sid Sukow, and Mort Sukow. The check presentation photo was taken on the Merrill Golf Course near hole #15 where Russ Sukow once made his local claim to fame when he …

Janet Thompson, in conjunction with the Merrill Parks and Recreation Department, recently ran several pickleball clinics and a small tournament. "We are really trying to get the word out and …

The Merrill 10U All-Stars played in the Little League District 5 Tournament at Hodag Park in Rhinelander July 7-8, 2024. Front row L to R: Parker Eisner, Lawson Schmidt, Ender Moe, Easton Baade, …

" The 12U Merrill Allstars delivered a series of thrilling performances this past week to capture the District 5 Championship title. Despite an initial setback, the team demonstrated resilience and …

Coach Kevin Harding provided a season recap for the Merrill 9U Blue Travel Team, who wrapped up their season at the Waupaca Comet Classic July 13-14, 2024. They beat Neenah Red (11-9) and lost to …

Seven Wausau Metro Adult Special Olympics representatives accepted the big check from assorted Prevail Bank professionals. Submitted photo. Prevail Bank recently held a Community Shred Day event in …

JV shooter Mason Meyer shot a 25 and three 24’s and came in sixth place overall individual at the State Competition. Photo courtesy of Merrill Bluejay Trap Program. BY TINA L. SCOTT EDITOR A bus …

TINA L. SCOTT EDITOR On Sunday, June 9, 2024, the Merrill Girls Softball Program held their end-of-the-season banquet. Both Varsity and JV players received numerous awards. See photos. Merrill Junior …

The Merrill 12U Baseball Team is racking up the wins against area teams in recent tournaments. Merrill's 12U team battled hard and emerged victorious against Impact Sports Academy, Seymour Stars, and …

Bandits defense forces an incomplete pass. Rick Argall photo. BY RICK ARGALL MMC STAFF The Central Wisconsin Bandits hosted the Tri-City Bulldogs in a Northern Lights Football League (NLFL) game on …

BY TINA L. SCOTT EDITOR On May 18, 2024, nine Merrill Bluejay Trap Team shooters competed at the Badger State Games at the Wausau Skeet & Trap Club. Gold, silver, and bronze medals are awarded to …

Left fielder Alayna Wyland digs in at the plate! Rick Argall photo. BY RICK ARGALL MMC STAFF The Merrill Varsity Bluejays Softball Team (6-16) hosted a regional playoff game versus Rhinelander (1-15) …

The Merrill 12U Traveling Baseball Team started their season in Rhinelander on April 13-14, 2024. They defeated Kingsford, Mich. 13-4, then defeated Shawano 10-2, then defeated the Plover Americans …

Senior Night! Front row L to R: Lexi Ollhoff, Sophie Simon, Kayli Wirtala, and Alayna Wyland. Back row L to R: Sophie Wendorf, Olivia Pierce, Mia Ott, and Caina Orzech. Photo courtesy of Merrill …

BY TINA L. SCOTT EDITOR The Merrill Varsity Baseball Team traveled to Rhinelander to play baseball last Monday, May 6, 2024, and brought home a win. “We fell behind early 2-0 after Rhinelander …