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Year: 2025

HOSPITALIZATIONS DUE TO RSV INFECTION ON THE RISE

Steve Dillon

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.

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SUMMER YOUTH CAMP TO OFFER INSTRUCTION ON FIREFIGHTING SKILLS

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.

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PUBLIC DISTURBANCE IN MERRILL ENDS IN PROBATION VIOLATION, BAIL JUMPING CHARGES

Steve Dillon

MERRILL – On Tuesday February 25, Merrill Police Officers responded to a report of a vehicle parked at a closed business playing loud music. Upon arriving the officers made contact with two parties in the vehicle who had been drinking. An arrest was made for the female party for felony bail jumping and a probation violation. The other party, a male resident is being referred for charges of misdemeanor bail jumping.  

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LINCOLN COUNTY SHERIFFS REPORT WEEK ENDING MARCH 2

Steve Dillon

LINCOLN COUNTY – Last Week, Lincoln County Sheriff’s Deputies conducted 32 traffic stops, 12 security checks, and two calls involving cars hitting deer. There was one report of unsafe driving. On Thursday February 27th, a deputy was dispatched to the area of USH 51 and USH 8 for the report of a car hitting a deer, injuring the driver. Upon arrival the deputy spoke with the 40-yr-old male driver from Tomahawk. He stated he was N/B on USH 51 when a deer crashed through the window of the driver’s side…

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RESEARCH SHOWS SMOKING INCREASES SUSCEPTIBILITY TO HEART DISEASE EARLIER IN LIFE

Steve Dillon

LINCOLN COUNTY – The Lincoln County Health Department is reminding residents that smoking can make you more susceptible to cardiovascular risks earlier in life. Additionally, research has shown that including menthol products as a part of your smoking habit increases addiction, making it easier to start and harder to quit, per the Wisconsin Department of Health Services. The WI Tobacco Quit Line is a proven source to aid smokers in quitting. Call 800-QUIT-NOW or visit quitline.wisc.edu to begin the process.

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MERRILL BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS FEBRUARY 26 MEETING NOTES

Steve Dillon

MERRILL – The City of Merrill Board of Public Works held their monthly meeting on Wednesday, February 26th. Under Consideration were two bids for city street enhancements. The State Street Reconstruction Project was awarded to Jake’s Excavating & Landscaping LLC, who came in with the low bid. The Water St Resurfacing Project was awarded to American Asphalt of Wisconsin also coming in with the low bid. A list of street projects can be found on the City of Merrill website under Street / Utility Replacement Projects in the 10 year…

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ARPA GRANT AVAILABLE TO AID LINCOLN COUNTY RESIDENTS WITH SAFE WELL WATER

Steve Dillon

LINCOLN COUNTY – The Lincoln County Health Department is reporting Homeowners and business owners making less than $100,000 a year may be eligible for up to $16,000 to provide safe drinking water. Additional criteria for eligibility include testing positive for bacteria in their water or having nitrated, arsenic or PFAS levels exceeding the maximum contaminant level. The American Rescue Plan Act Well Compensation and Well Abandonment Grant programs provide more support to private well owners and increase access to clean drinking water. Many individuals who were previously ineligible will now…

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VEHICLE LEFT IN DITCH IN TOWN OF BRADLEY LEADS TO ARREST FOR OWI

Steve Dillon

TOWN OF BRADLEY – On Friday, February 21 Lincoln County Sheriff Deputies were sent to the area of CTH E and STH 86 in the Town of Bradley for the report of a vehicle in the ditch. They arrived at the scene to find the vehicle was unoccupied. The deputy was able to trace the driver down to his home and she questioned him about the vehicle. The 68-yr-old Tomahawk man shared he had left a bar in where he had been drinking in the Tomahawk area and swerved to…

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DNR REMINDS ICE ANGLERS TO REMOVE SHANTIES FROM LAKES

Steve Dillon

WI – The Department of Natural Resources is reminding ice anglers to move their shanties from local lakes. The deadline to remove fishing sheds from the ice for those located south of STH 64 is March 2nd. Those located North of STH 64 need to have their shanty removed from the ice by March 16th. Dates given are actually the latest times for removal, however warmer temperatures and rain are already melting lake ice around the state. Should you become the unfortunate owner of an ice shanty that falls into…

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MERRILL POLICE DEPARTMENT REPORT WEEK ENDING FEBRUARY 23

Steve Dillon

MERRILL – The Merrill Police Department responded to 15 incidents last week, including two reports of theft and two reports of fraud. There were four reports of domestic disturbance and disorderly conduct, one of those involving an individual displaying a firearm. There were two arrests for probation violation. On Tuesday, February 18th the Wausau Police department requested officers make contact at a residence regarding a female juvenile runaway from Wausau. She was located and returned over to a family member. There were two reports of possession of illegal substances. two accidents…

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