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Month: October 2024

Council Grounds State Park Installs New Information Kiosk

Steve Dillon

MERRILL – Information regarding enjoying Council Grounds and all it has to offer is now more readily available, as a new kiosk has been installed where the River Bend Trail meets the park’s Brown Trail. Park maps and info can be found on one side of the kiosk, and the other side will display info about Merrill. Park Manager Sarah Gilbert purchased the kiosk with funds made available through donations from numerous friends and clubs that support Council Grounds. The kiosk serves to aid Park visitors through education about Merrill…

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Lincoln County Health Department Promotes Lead Safe Homes Program

Steve Dillon

LINCOLN COUNTY – The Lincoln County Health Department has put out a reminder that while older homes are full of charm and character, they can also sometimes contain lead. County residents who live in homes that were built before 1978 may qualify for the Lead Safe Homes program, which aids in finding and removing lead in homes across Wisconsin. More information on the Lead Safe Homes program can be found at dhs.wisconsin.gov/lead.

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Local Driver Cited for Disorderly Conduct, Passenger Arrested for Felony Bail Jumping

Steve Dillon

MERRILL – On Saturday September 28th just after 1:00 AM, the Merrill Police Department received several calls regarding a vehicle squealing its tires around the city. Officers quickly located the vehicle and cited the driver for disorderly conduct with a motor vehicle. Upon further investigation, they discovered that a passenger had been drinking, violating the terms of an open felony bond, leading to the passenger’s arrest for felony bail jumping.  

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Merrill Fire Department to Receive Annual Forest Fire Protection Grant

Steve Dillon

MERRILL – The Merrill Fire Department has announced they will be receiving their annual Wisconsin DNR Forest Fire Protection Grant. This year’s grant totals $2,348, and is designated for Personal Protection Equipment, training, and for the purchase of other tools and equipment. More information regarding the Forest Fire Protection Grant can be found on the Department of Natural Resources website at dnr.wisconsin.gov under aid/Forest Fire Protection.

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Lincoln County Health Department Promotes Proper Dental Care for Students

Steve Dillon

LINCOLN COUNTY – Recently the Lincoln County Health Department provided resources to help promote proper dental care to students in 1st thru 8th grade across Lincoln County. Students received a toothbrush, toothpaste, floss and a dental magnet reminding them to brush twice and floss daily, limit sugary snacks and drinks, and visit the dentist regularly. This marks the 13th year that the Lincoln County Health Department has participated in the Wisconsin Seal-A-Smile Program, one of the nation’s premier school-based dental sealant programs. More information can be found on the Lincoln County…

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Merrill Police Department Report Week Ending September 29

Steve Dillon

MERRILL – The Merrill Police Department responded to 15 incidents last week. One accident was reported. There were 4 reports of domestic disturbance and disorderly conduct. There were 5 reports for theft and vandalism, Two of those reports were for people stealing political signs from yards. A call was received for suspicious activity. A local resident called regarding a stray animal wandering into their home. A driver ran out of fuel on W Main St on Saturday the 28th, was assisted by officers and was then found to be driving…

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Merrill Fire Department Report Week Ending September 29

Steve Dillon

MERRILL – The Merrill Fire Department responded to 53 calls last week, bringing the total for 2024 to 1,704 calls. There were 4 calls regarding smoke alarm, carbon monoxide detector and alarm system activation. There was one request to respond to a motor vehicle accident with injuries Monday September 23rd on Center Ave., in the City of Merrill. There were 40 calls requesting EMS services, excluding the one call for a motor vehicle accident with injuries.

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