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1 week ago | 
merrillfotonews.com | Tina Scott
By Tina L. ScottEditorThe Lincoln County Pro Rodeo Association announced top results from the three-day Wisconsin River Pro Rodeo, held June 6–8 at the Merrill Festival Grounds. The event drew competitors from across the country, but Wisconsin contestants—and those with local connections—held their own in several key events. Barrel RacingKatie Chism of Tiskilwa, Ill., claimed first place with a time of 17.48 seconds and earned a purse of $1,865.43.
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2 weeks ago | 
merrillfotonews.com | Tina Scott
Merrill Varsity Girls Softball team holds banquet, honors award-winners In addition to the Varsity Queen of the Circle Award, Mackenzie Herdt was given the Wisconsin Valley Conference Award, Utility 2nd Team. Submitted photo. Grace Hoff received the Slugger Award. Karmen Brietzke (not pictured) also received this award. Submitted photo. Dani Schielke received the Bluejay Award. Submitted photo. Kendell Klug was given the Varsity Brick Wall Award and Ava Schult received the JV Brick Wall...
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2 weeks ago | 
merrillfotonews.com | Tina Scott
Posted Thursday, June 12, 2025 11:21 am By Tina L.
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2 weeks ago | 
merrillfotonews.com | Tina Scott
Posted Thursday, June 12, 2025 11:03 am By Tina L. ScottEditorChildren and teens in Merrill will have access to free lunch throughout the summer again this year thanks to a partnership between Christ United Methodist Church (UMC), St. Stephens UCC, Our Saviour’s Lutheran, Trinity Lutheran Church, and St. John Lutheran Church and the Merrill Community Food Pantry.
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2 weeks ago | 
merrillfotonews.com | Tina Scott
By Tina L. ScottEditorThe Beyond Books Community ArtShare exhibit entitled Spirit Dolls and Thailand Tribal Handiwork is currently available for viewing and will be on display through the end of June 2025. Located on the second floor of the T. B. Scott Free Library in Merrill, the collection includes unique and colorful pieces owned by Lincoln County residents, Peter and Dian Ritter.
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2 weeks ago | 
merrillfotonews.com | Tina Scott
Posted Thursday, June 12, 2025 10:47 am By Tina L. ScottEditorThe Merrill Varsity Boys Baseball season came to an end Wednesday night at home, when the Bluejays lost to Medford 7-1 in a WIAA Regional Semi-final game. “Medford jumped out to an early 3-0 lead after the top of the first,” said Merrill Boys Head Coach Shawn Schultz.
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2 weeks ago | 
merrillfotonews.com | Tina Scott
By Tina L. ScottEditorSeveral area clergy members will gather Wednesday evening in a community event designed to answer questions about faith in a relaxed, no-pressure environment—ideal for anyone who is curious about Christianity but hesitant to visit a church. The “Ask a Pastor” interfaith panel will take place June 18 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the AGRA Pavilion.
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2 weeks ago | 
merrillfotonews.com | Tina Scott
Posted Thursday, June 12, 2025 11:08 am By Tina L. ScottEditorSt. Paul’s Church, W2604 Cty. Hwy. P, located southeast of Merrill, will hold their annual family-friendly Party on P this weekend, June 13-15, 2025. Kicking things off on Friday afternoon and evening, they will have their traditional fish fry starting at 3:30 p.m. until sold out.
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2 weeks ago | 
merrillfotonews.com | Tina Scott
Posted Thursday, June 12, 2025 11:17 am By Tina L. ScottEditorThe Merrill Area Chamber of Commerce held their annual Golf Outing fundraiser on Monday, June 2, 2025. Attendance was high, with 39 teams playing golf and competing, making for approximately 156 participants. Another 25 people volunteered for the event, the organization’s largest fundraiser of the year.
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2 weeks ago | 
merrillfotonews.com | Tina Scott
By Tina L. ScottEditorThe Lincoln County Administrative & Legislative Committee has approved forwarding an Asset Purchase Agreement and Operations Transfer Agreement to the full Lincoln County Board. If approved, the Agreement would facilitate the sale of Pine Crest Nursing Home to a subsidiary of The Ensign Group, Inc. The Lincoln County Board will consider the Agreement for full approval at its upcoming June 17, 2025, meeting. If approved, the sale/ownership transfer would be effective Aug.
