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Day: October 15, 2025

FELZKOWSKI TO CONTINUE AS WISCONSIN SENATE PRESIDENT, WON’T SEEK HIGHER OFFICE

Steve Dillon

MADISON – Wisconsin Senate President Mary Felzkowski has announced that after thorough consideration of entering a race for a higher office, she has decided to remain in her role representing the state’s 12th District. The Republican State Senator has served in the Senate since 2020, taking on the role of President in January 2025. The Tomahawk native was included in conversations surrounding both the Republican candidate for Governor race and 7th Congressional District seat currently held by Tom Tifffany, who has announced his bid for Governor in the 2026 elections.

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LINCOLN COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE REPORT WEEK ENDING OCTOBER 12; SPEEDER CHARGED WITH OWI

Steve Dillon

Last Week, Lincoln County Sheriff’s Deputies conducted 53 traffic stops and 26 security checks. There were 19 calls involving cars hitting deer. On Sunday a deputy on patrol stopped a vehicle for speeding on Joe Snow and Mill Rds in the Town of Scott. While speaking with the 39-yr-old male driver from Merrill, the deputy noticed signs of impairment. The driver agreed to sobriety testing, and as a result of those tests was arrested for OWI first offense, and also a second offense of operating without a license for 3…

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MERRILL ACE HARDWARE ANNOUNCES PLANS TO EXPAND, MOVE TO LARGER LOCATION ON EAST SIDE

Steve Dillon

MERRILL – Merrill Ace Hardware will be moving to a larger location and expanding their operations, as they’ve outgrown their current location on Main St. Owner Bill Babiash stated the move marks an exciting new chapter for the business. “We’re absolutely delighted and excited to have an opportunity to move into the much larger (former) Wisconsin Building Supply building located on the east side of town. We’ve listened to a lot of feedback from the community and this is a win for both the community and us to grow.” The…

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