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The Community Blood Center (CBC) announced on Thursday, Oct. 16, 2025, that after months of urgent need for multiple blood types, as of Wednesday at 9 a.m., CBC’s inventory dropped to just a …

Homecoming 2025—A week of anticipation, followed by celebration

Homecoming in Merrill is always a great week, packed full of fun activities and events to draw in not only everyone in the student body at Merrill High School (MHS), but also kids throughout the …

Merrill Bluejays dominate Wausau East for a Merrill Homecoming 31-14 win

On Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025, the Merrill Varsity Football Team celebrated Homecoming with a commanding 31-14 victory over the visiting Wausau East Lumberjacks at Merrill High School’s Jay …

It’s World Homeless Day: Here are 4 ways to help in Wisconsin

Housing advocates across Wisconsin say the rising cost of housing and a lack of affordable inventory are contributing to the increasing homeless population in the state. In 2024, 21,466 clients in …

On Sept. 30, 2025, Discover Wisconsin announced their sister brand, Uniquely Wisconsin, which focuses on showcasing the unique stories of Wisconsin’s communities, was nominnated for an Emmy …

Oct. 9 - Veterans Coffee & Conversation at the Eagles Club Oct. 9 - Merrill Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Celebration and Awards Oct. 10 - Merrill Historical Society History Hunt - Menu …

On Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025, the Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) and Johnson Financial Group announced the Top 16 products moving on in the 10th annual Coolest Thing Made in Wisconsin …

LCHS June, July, and August Honorariums

The Lincoln County Humane Society would like to thank everyone who donated in honor of a loved one in June: Sally Yellstrom by Mike and Vonya Ellsworth; Michael and Patricia Knab’s 60th wedding …

Superintendent’s Corner…

October 5–11 marks American School Board Week, and it’s the perfect time to pause and recognize a group of community members whose contributions too often go unnoticed: the Merrill Area …

On Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025, the Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) and Johnson Financial Group announced the Top 16 products moving on in the 10th annual Coolest Thing Made in Wisconsin …

Pine River Fire Department hosts Annual Pig Roast and Open House

The Pine River Volunteer Fire Department will host its Annual Pig Roast and Open House this Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025, at the Pine River Fire Station, N1622 Rangeline Rd. in Merrill. The event, which …

Flea Market and Everything Goes Sale

Anything goes? Everything goes! The annual Everything Goes Sales Event at the Merrill Area Recreation Complex (MARC) in Merrill drew a wide variety of vendors and exhibitors. On Saturday, Sept. 27, …

Merrill Fire Chief wins “War on 64” wager for second straight year

For the third consecutive year, Merrill Fire Chief Josh Klug and Antigo Fire Chief Corey Smith placed a friendly wager on the outcome of the “War on 64” football game between their …

MEC Fall Craft & Market draws crowds

The Merrill Enrichment Center (MEC) was a busy place to be on Saturday morning, Sept. 27, 2025. The expo center was filled with crafters displaying their handmade creations, fresh flowers, jewelry, …

Volunteers keep Merrill blooming all summer long

Summer is winding down in Merrill. Technically it’s already autumn, but temperatures in the low 80’s this week make it feel as though summer is still in full swing. Many of the plants …

Meetings & Community Services

• Casual Prayer for Local and Aspiring Business Owners - Thursdays from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. at The Humble, 923 E. Main St. • Alanon Meetings - Mondays at 6:30 p.m. at St. Stephens UCC, 903 E. …

Head Varsity Volleyball Coach says girls are hitting their stride

The Merrill Girls Varsity Volleyball Team is just hitting their stride, Head Varsity Volleyball Coach Kasie Holt said this week. And the timing, as their season “heads into the home …

After a two-year process of study, prayer, and reflection, St. Stephens UCC in Merrill became the 94th church or church agency to earn the Welcoming Inclusive Supportive Engaged (WISE) designation …

Oct. 2 - Veterans Coffee & Conversation at the Eagles Club Oct. 2 - Bingo at St. Francis Xavier School Oct. 2 - Chuck Briseno fundraiser for Apex Angels & Warriors - at VFW/Northwoods …

On Monday, Sept. 29, 2025, in Madison, Senate President Mary Felzkowski (R-Tomahawk), Senator Patrick Testin (R-Stevens Point), and Representative Patrick Snyder (R-Weston) introduced legislation to …

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