MERRILL POLICE DEPARTMENT REPORT; TWO CAR CRASH LEADS TO CITATION FOR OBSTRUCTING AN OFFICER

During the week ending November 9, the Merrill Police Department responded to twelve incidents, while officers conducted approximately 34 traffic stops and 71 security checks. On Friday a two-vehicle crash occurred at the intersection of W Main St and Grand Ave. The officer investigating the crash received false information from one of the drivers, so he cited the driver for Obstructing an Officer then issued several other citations to both drivers. There were three instances of arrests for probation violations and active warrants, four instances of theft, one instance of…

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NO COST FLU VACCINES FOR CHILDREN AVAILABLE AT LINCOLN COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT

The Lincoln County Health Department is reminding residents that there is still time to protect your child from the flu with no cost vaccines. FluLaval flu shots and FluMist nasal mist are free for Lincoln County students grades 4K through 12. Children 6 months and older who aren’t covered by insurance or are enrolled for Medicaid, BadgerCare, ForwardHealth or any medical assistance are also eligible to receive a no cost vaccine at the Health Department. Parents and guardians can reach out to the Health Department at 715-536-0307 or LCHealth@co.lincoln.wi.us to…

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