DNR REMINDS ICE ANGLERS TO REMOVE SHANTIES FROM LAKES

WI – The Department of Natural Resources is reminding ice anglers to move their shanties from local lakes. The deadline to remove fishing sheds from the ice for those located south of STH 64 is March 2nd. Those located North of STH 64 need to have their shanty removed from the ice by March 16th. Dates given are actually the latest times for removal, however warmer temperatures and rain are already melting lake ice around the state. Should you become the unfortunate owner of an ice shanty that falls into…

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MERRILL POLICE DEPARTMENT REPORT WEEK ENDING FEBRUARY 23

MERRILL – The Merrill Police Department responded to 15 incidents last week, including two reports of theft and two reports of fraud. There were four reports of domestic disturbance and disorderly conduct, one of those involving an individual displaying a firearm. There were two arrests for probation violation. On Tuesday, February 18th the Wausau Police department requested officers make contact at a residence regarding a female juvenile runaway from Wausau. She was located and returned over to a family member. There were two reports of possession of illegal substances. two accidents…

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