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Month: September 2025

LINCOLN COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORT WEEK ENDING SEPTEMBER 14

Steve Dillon

Last Week, Lincoln County Sheriff’s Deputies conducted 35 traffic stops, 23 security checks, twelve calls involving cars hitting deer and one where a car hit a bear. The Annual Fall Ride took place during the week, and the County saw a number of motorcycle incidents. On Friday deputies were dispatched to CTH S in the Town of Skanawan for a single motorcycle crash with injuries. As deputies arrived they identified the driver, a 52-yr-old Stevens Point man. He had sustained head and arm injuries and was not able to remember…

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ST LOUIS BASED FAMILY OWNED CHAIN PURCHASES FESTIVAL FOODS & HOMETOWN GROCERS STORES

Steve Dillon

St. Louis–based Schnuck’s Markets announced Tuesday that its newly formed holding company, 1939 Group Inc., will acquire all outstanding shares of Skogen’s Festival Foods and Hometown Grocers Inc. The purchase includes Festival’s 51 Wisconsin grocery stores, with shares held by its employee stock ownership plan, as well as Hometown’s nine smaller markets across the state — including Dave’s County Market on East First Street in Merrill.1939 Group says the stores will keep their existing names, which are well established and respected in their communities. The sale is expected to close…

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LINCOLN COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE REPORT WEEK ENDING SEPTEMBER 7

Steve Dillon

Last Week, Lincoln County Sheriff’s Deputies conducted 40 traffic stops, 74 security checks, seven calls involving cars hitting deer and one where a car hit a bear. On Saturday a deputy completed a traffic stop for speeding in the Town of Pine River on STH 64 at Ackley Rd. As he approached the 32-yr-old male driver from Green Bay, the deputy notice signs of impairment so he asked the driver to perform sobriety tests which he agreed to. Test results led the deputy to place the driver under arrest for…

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NEW PFAS ADVISORY ISSUED IN NORTHERN WISCONSIN BY DNR AND DHS

Steve Dillon

TOWN OF STELLA – Due to PFAS contamination, Wisconsin DNR Officials and the Department of Health Services announced new advisories on fish and game consumption for the Town of Stella in Oneida County. Included in a “Do Not Eat” advisory are ALL fish species in the Moen Chain of Lakes, Sunset Lake, Starks Creek, and Snowden Lake. Elevated levels of PFOS, a type of PFAS were discovered in the tissues of fish. Recent guidance also advises the consumption of only one meal per month from deer that were harvested within…

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CLOTHES DRYERS CAN CAUSE FIRES: KEEP YOU FILTER AND VENT CLEAN

Steve Dillon

MERRILL – Temperatures are dropping, and that means heavier and more layers of clothing resulting in an increase in loads of laundry. The Merrill Fire Department is reminding residents to clean your dryer’s lint filter prior to each cycle. The U.S. Fire Administration warns that clothes dryers cause thousands of fires each year. For extra safety, it’s best to have your dryer vent checked and cleaned regularly.

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MERRILL CHAMBER ANNOUNCES APPOINTMENT OF NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Steve Dillon

MERRILL – The Merrill Chamber of Commerce has announced that effective September 15th, Sarah Brooks will become their new Executive Director. Brooks has served the community as the Chamber’s Office and Member Engagement Manager since March of this year. She will follow current Executive Director Clyde Nelson, who has announced his retirement after 5 years of service effective the end of 2025.

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DNR REMINDS HUNTERS OF MOBILE-FRIENDLY RESOURCES AS HUNTING SEASONS OPEN

Steve Dillon

In preparation for multiple hunting season openings in September, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is reminding hunters that many mobile-friendly resources are available for them to tap in to. The DNR’s website offers information on topics like hunting regulations, season dates, and hunting hours. A list of public lands open to hunting can also be found on their site. The DNR also reminds game seekers to keep safety at the forefront by treating every firearm as though it is loaded by always pointing the muzzle in a safe direction.

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MAPS ANNOUNCES ADDITIONAL RESOURCE OFFICER FOR 2025-2026

Steve Dillon

MERRILL – Merrill Area Public Schools has announced in cooperation with the Merrill Police Department, they’ve expanded their School Resource Officer program for the 2025-26 school year. Officers Nicole Cimino and John Sass will be serving the district for this term. Founded in 2005, the SRO program initially placed one uniformed officer on duty to oversee both Prairie River Middle and Merrill High Schools supporting staff and students. The program has grown to two officers starting this year to provide greater visibility, consistency, and support across all MAPS facilities. School…

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DRIVING IN THE DARK WITHOUT HEADLIGHTS ON LEADS TO OWI ARREST IN TOMAHAWK

Steve Dillon

TOMAHAWK – On Wednesday August 27th, a Lincoln County Sheriff’s Deputy on patrol in Tomahawk noticed a vehicle being operated at night without its lights on. The Deputy stopped the vehicle at W Spirit Ave and Railway Streets, and while interacting with the 32-yr-old male driver from Wausau observed evidence of impairment. After admitting to consuming alcohol prior to driving, the driver agreed to sobriety testing, resulting in the deputy placing him under arrest for a first offense OWI. The man was later released to a responsible party.

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