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MERRILL AREA CONCERT ASSOCIATION TO HOST NATIONALLY RENOWNED A CAPPELLA GROUP

April 18, 2025 Steve DillonMACA HOSTING A CAPPELLA GROUP

MERRILL – On Saturday April 26, the Merrill Area Concert Association will host a performance by Nashville based male a cappella group Street Corner Symphony. The group was a runner-up on NBC’s Sing Off in 2010. Music performed by the group includes gospel, rock and pop genres. Street Corner Symphony has performed across the US and Internationally. Information on how to order tickets for the event can be found at maca.merrillconcerts.org/season-tickets.

MERRILL CITY WIDE SPRING BRUSH CLEAN UP WEEK OF APRIL 21

April 18, 2025April 18, 2025 Steve DillonMERRILL BRUSH CLEAN UP WEEK

MERRILL – The City of Merrill Streets Department is reminding residents that the week of April 21 is City wide spring brush clean up week. Those looking to discard of unwanted brush should move it to the curb no later than 6 AM on their scheduled garbage pick-up day. Piles of brush are to be positioned with butt ends toward the street next to garbage cans and recyclables. Bundled brush will still be collected throughout the year.

WISCONSIN DNR WARNS EARLY SPRING CONDITIONS FAVORABLE FOR ONGOING WILDFIRES

April 16, 2025April 17, 2025 Steve DillonWILDFIRE RISK

The Wisconsin DNR is urging residents to avoid any activities that could lead to a spark or flame. More than 450 wildfires have already been investigated across the state this year, 97 of those over just this past week with a growing number here in the Northwoods. The risk of wildfire increases as the snow cover melts prior to vegetation growth. As of Tuesday, much of the state was categorized as facing moderate to very high fire danger levels. The DNR is expecting risks for wildfire to increase given dry…

LINCOLN COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE REPORT WEEK ENDING APRIL 13

April 16, 2025April 17, 2025 Steve DillonLincoln County Sheriff Report

LINCOLN COUNTY – Last Week, Lincoln County Sheriff’s Deputies conducted 69 traffic stops, 32 security checks, and there were six calls involving cars hitting deer. There were 11 reports of unsafe driving. On Wednesday April 9th, a deputy on patrol pulled over a driver near Birchwood Ave and N 4ths in Tomahawk for not having a valid driver’s license. Upon making contact with the 44-yr-old male driver from Tomahawk the deputy also learned he was wanted by the Adam’s County Sheriff’s Office on a warrant. He was placed under arrest…

LINCOLN COUNTY UA EXPRESSES SERIOUS CONCERNS REGARDING PROPOSED PINECREST SALE PROCESS

April 15, 2025April 15, 2025 Steve DillonLINCOLN COUNTY UA CONCERNS WITH PINECREST SALE

LINCOLN COUNTY – People for Lincoln County UA recently raised serious concerns in a letter to the County Board of Supervisors regarding the broker’s role in the proposed sale of Pine Crest Nursing Home. The letter states: “…we have grave concerns that Chapter 19 of the Wisconsin State Statutes, generally the open meetings laws but also including public records and ethical codes, have not been properly followed by Lincoln County’s County Board.” Additionally, the letter pointed out that “It was shocking to hear the video of a recent Portage County…

ARSENIC TESTING KITS AVAILABLE THROUGH END OF APRIL

April 15, 2025April 15, 2025 Steve DillonARSENIC TESTING

LINCOLN COUNTY – The Lincoln Heatlh Department is reminding residents that kits are available to test for Arsenic in Well Water. Kits can be purchased from the Health Department at 607 N Sales St from 8:00 to 4:30 Monday through Friday. Those participating can then drop off their kits during the same days and times throughout the remainder of April. Private wells should be tested every 5 years, as exposure to high levels of arsenic comes with very serious health risks.

MERRILL FIRE DEPARTMENT REPORT WEEK ENDING APRIL 13

April 15, 2025 Steve DillonMerrill Fire Department Report

MERRILL – The Merrill Fire Department responded to 37 calls last week, bringing the total for 2025 to 671. There were 35 EMS calls. There was one motor vehicle accident resulting in injuries on Hendricks St in the City of Merrill on Sunday April 13th, and one unintentional smoke detector activation on Taylor St on Friday April 11th. No fire was present.

SPOTS STILL AVAILABLE FOR MERRILL PARK AND REC SUMMER PLAYGROUND

April 14, 2025April 15, 2025 Steve DillonSUMMER PLAYGROUND PROGRAM

MERRILL – Merrill Park and Recreation is reminding residents that there are still openings for their Summer Playground program. Registration can be completed online @ ci.merrill.wi.us under “Register for Activities”. The cost is $50 per week, however field trips are extra. Those with questions regarding the program should reach out to Park and Recreation at 715-536-7313.

NEW BASEBALL EXHIBIT TO DEBUT SATURDAY AT MERRILL MUSEUM

April 11, 2025April 11, 2025 Steve DillonNEW BASEBALL EXHIBIT

MERRILL – The Merrill Museum and Historical Society will host the opening of it’s new baseball focused exhibit “Chatter from Left Field” on Saturday April 12th at 10:00 AM. Mayor Hass will throw the opening pitch. The event will include dice baseball competitions, interactive displays and fun games and prizes. The exhibit, which features Merrill’s former Lady Cardinal and Ranger baseball teams will remain on display for the next 2 years.

ANNUAL YOUTH TURKEY HUNT TAKING PLACE TOMORROW AND SUNDAY

April 11, 2025April 11, 2025 Steve DillonYOUTH TURKEY HUNT

The 2025 youth turkey hunt takes place tomorrow, April 12th and Sunday the 13th. Kids under the age of 16 have the opportunity to gain valuable experience prior to the start of the regular season. Young hunters who wish to participate need a spring turkey license, wild turkey stamp and valid harvest authorization. All of these can be obtained through the DNR website or a licensed sales agent. There is a one male or bearded turkey bag limit for the youth hunt.