July 9, 2026 – Bluejay 96.3FM 730AM

MERRILL POLICE DEPARTMENT REPORT: BATTERY INCIDENT REPORTED DURING FIREWORKS

July 9, 2026July 8, 2026 Steve DillonMERRILL POLICE DEPARMENT REPORT

The Merrill Police Department responded to four incidents during the week ending July 5th. Officers conducted approximately 20 traffic stops and 90 security checks. Friday night around 10:25 pm, a report was received regarding a battery incident at the MARC center during the holiday fireworks celebration. Officers who spoke with the victim learned the altercation resulted in their chipping a tooth. Further investigation revealed the suspect resided outside of the jurisdictional limits of the City, prompting officers to request assistance from the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies who responded the…

Merrill Fire Department to Host Public Meetings on Ambulance Service

July 9, 2026July 8, 2026 Steve Dillon

The Merrill Fire Department is inviting residents to attend a series of public information meetings this month focused on local ambulance service and the challenges facing emergency medical response in the community. Department leaders will provide an overview of the history of ambulance service in southern Lincoln County, discuss current operational demands, and explain potential funding options for the future. Each session will also feature a guest speaker with experience in emergency medical services who will be available to answer questions from attendees. The first meeting took place Wednesday evening,…