March 7, 2025 – Bluejay 96.3FM 730AM

DOMESTIC DISTURBANCE IN TOWN OF SCHLEY ENDS WITH INJURIES, ONE ARREST

March 7, 2025March 7, 2025 Steve DillonSCHLEY DOMESTIC DISTURBANCE

TOWN OF SCHLEY – On Saturday March 1st, Lincoln County Sheriff’s deputies were dispatched to the N3200 block of STH 17 in the Town of Schley regarding a domestic disturbance. It was reported to be a physical altercation where the son had punched his father in the face. Upon arrival deputies separated the 49-year-old father from Merrill from his 24-year-old son, also from Merrill. The two men were reportedly drinking when the fight broke out resulting in the father receiving substantial injuries. The father refused medical treatment. The son was…

HOSPITALIZATIONS DUE TO RSV INFECTION ON THE RISE

March 7, 2025March 7, 2025 Steve DillonRSV HOSPITALIZATIONS

LINCOLN COUNTY – Lincoln County has seen an increase in hospitalizations over the past month from a major cause of respiratory illness, Respiratory Syncytial Virus. Those hospitalized are infants or adults over the age of 60. Those infected with RSV usually exhibit signs within four to six days after infection, showing typical cold systems along with wheezing and a decreased appetite. More information on prevention and treatment for RSV can be found at dhs.wisconsin.gov/respiratory/rsv.

SUMMER YOUTH CAMP TO OFFER INSTRUCTION ON FIREFIGHTING SKILLS

March 7, 2025March 7, 2025 Steve Dillon

MERRILL – The Merrill Fire Department is reminding residents that registration is now open for “Fired Up for the Future”, a 5-day summer youth camp for 7th-12th grade students. The event offers the opportunity for youth to be introduced to the fire service, giving instruction on firefighting and EMS skills. The camp takes place August 3-7 of 2025 at L.E. Phillips Scout Reservation near Haugen WI. Registrations can be completed at fireregistration@northwoodtech.edu or by calling 715-246-1877.