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Month: November 2024

Merrill Chamber Board Announces Local Artist Laehn as Christmas Card Contest Winner

Steve Dillon

MERRILL – The Merrill Chamber of Commerce has named local artist Sandy Laehn as the winner of its 14th Annual Christmas Card Contest for her artwork of the popular Sawmill Brewing Company. Five entries were submitted to the Chamber’s Board, each capturing cherished sites in the Merrill area. This year’s entries also highlighted other unique scenes from the community, including the Lincoln County Humane Society and Auntie Ray’s Coffee House. Details about the contest and purchasing the Christmas cards can be found on the Merrill Chamber Facebook page.

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Altercation Involving Two Inmates in Lincoln County Jail Leads to Charges Filed

Steve Dillon

LINCOLN COUNTY – On Thursday Oct 31, Lincoln County Sheriff’s Deputies were dispatched to the Lincoln County Jail regarding the report of a physical altercation between two inmates. A 20-year-old and a 40-year-old  inmate from Wausau were involved in a discussion that escalated into a physical fight. Several punches were thrown before corrections officers were able to separate the men. The investigating deputy was able to take a statement from the victim of the fight, however the suspect chose not to share any information.  Charges for felony bail jumping, battery,…

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Merrill Police Department Report Week Ending November 11

Steve Dillon

MERRILL – The Merrill Police Department responded to 20 incidents last week. There was one report of a domestic disturbance. One call was received for lost and found. There were nine reports of theft or fraud, including two instances of illegal entry into a vehicle. During one of those instances it was reported that a firearm was stolen. There were three calls that led to the discovery of probation violations and bail jumping. There were three traffic stops, two that led to possession of illegal substances and one that resulted…

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