Jeremy Ratliff Reporter What began as a game farming venture over 20 years ago has since turned into a full-scale human service effort, otherwise known as Little Lakes Memories Inc. “It all started with our deer farm back in the ‘90s,” explains LLM owner and board president Dick Busha. “Then in 2003 we decided to […]
Jeremy Ratliff Reporter While out and about last fall, local residents may have come across a brown trailer and an orange-clad trio near Holiday West or Park City Credit Union. Those who took a minute to investigate a bit further, would have soon discovered the trio to be Merrill native Rich Seefeldt, his younger sister
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Jeremy Ratliff Reporter Progress is set to resume very soon on the new Municipal Aquatic Center at the MARC. According to Parks and Recreation Director Dan Wendorf, due to the rather late onset of winter, crews from contractor Miron Construction were able to work up until Dec. 31, and are currently well ahead of schedule.
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Jeremy Ratliff Reporter After nearly four years of non-existence, the first legs of a brand new grandstand were driven into the ground on Monday afternoon at the Merrill Festival Grounds, formerly known as the Lincoln County Fairgrounds. According to City Administrator David Johnson, the steel and aluminum components of the grandstand were fabricated over the
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By Nick Beversdorf Reporter Some people shave their heads because it is a good look, while others do it because it saves them money on hair care products. Jack Zamzow, Nathan Woller and Trenton Lokemoen are shaving their heads for a much more noble cause. They are shaving each other’s heads for St. Baldrick’s, a
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Welcome Spring! We’ve missed you! Please join us on the River Bend Trail for a walk on Saturday, March 12 from 1-4 p.m. You are welcome to start at either end of the trail or the middle of the trail by Weinbrenner Factory Shoe Store, but we suggest you begin at the trailhead located at
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Jeremy Ratliff Reporter In August of 2014, city of Merrill and Municipal Airport Commission officials gathered at the west end of the airport for a ground breaking ceremony for a brand new terminal off of Champagne Street. Last October, work was completed on the 2,400-square foot, $400,000 facility. Funding for the facility came in large
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From the Wolf to the Flambeau, from the Wisconsin River to the mighty Mississippi, the state of Wisconsin is dotted with charming river towns, each with their own unique flair. Last week Merrill was named the #2 Most Charming Town along Wisconsin rivers by Discover Wisconsin and reported on Travel Wisconsin. Mariah Haberman, host of
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As part of an effort to enhance safety, privacy and the overall patient experience, Ministry Good Samaritan Health Center, which is part of Ascension, will soon relocate its Rehabilitation Services department from the Menard Center on the hospital campus to the facility’s third floor. The move will combine services and needed space for physical, occupational
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The Merrill unit of the Salvation Army is happy to announce the total funds raised during the 2015 annual Kettle Campaign. Good weather, dedicated ringers and generous donors helped raise a record $26,570. While $3,215 was raised through check donation, the remaining $23,355 was raised through the efforts of many dedicated bell ringers who weathered
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