February 18, 2026 – Bluejay 96.3FM 730AM

STATE REPUBLICAN LAWMAKERS SUBMIT PROPOSAL TO DESIGNATE WISCONSIN SURPLUS FUNDS FOR TAXPAYER REBATES

February 18, 2026February 17, 2026 Steve DillonWI SURPLUS REBATE PROPOSAL

On Monday a proposal was sent to the desk of Democratic Governor Tony Evers from Republican leaders in the state legislature to designate a portion of the state’s $2.5 Billion surplus for rebate checks and property tax relief. WisPolitics reports that the proposal, sent by Assembly Speaker Robin Vos and Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu, includes $1,000 rebate checks for those married filing jointly and $500 for individuals. Also proposed is a half-billion dollars for the school levy tax credit, and $200 million to reimburse special education costs. The Governor’s…

LINCOLN COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORT: TOMAHAWK WOMAN ARRESTED FOR FIRST OFFENSE OWI

February 18, 2026February 17, 2026 Steve DillonLincoln County Sheriff Report

Last Week, Lincoln County Sheriff’s Deputies conducted 82 traffic stops and 47 security checks. There were three calls involving cars hitting deer. On Sunday a deputy on patrol observed a vehicle deviating from its lane on US Highway 51 near the 216 mile marker in the Township of Merrill. While speaking with the 37-year-old female driver from Tomahawk, the deputy noticed signs of impairment so he requested she perform sobriety tests, which led to her arrest for OWI first offense. The woman was later released to a responsible party.