MERRILL – The Merrill Area Chamber of Commerce has announced that the 2026 Merrill Tourism Grant Application is now available. Organizations seeking to apply should reach out to the Chamber at manager@merrillchamber.org, or you can simply stop into the Merrill Chamber to pick up an application. The purpose of the grants is to support local events and initiatives that promote tourism and encourage overnight stays in the area.
Read MoreMERRILL – The Merrill Police Department responded to 13 incidents last week. Officers conducted approximately 50 traffic stops and 124 security checks. There were two instances of theft, three reports of disorderly conduct, four reports of probation violations and bail jumping, a report of a hit and run, and one instance of property damage. During a traffic stop for a registration violation on Wednesday, citations were issued for possession of THC and drug paraphernalia. On Thursday, an individual was cited for underage drinking at the Lincoln County Fair.
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