By Field Level Media Sep 06 (Field Level Media) - Six-time Pro Bowl safety Harrison Smith agreed to return to the Minnesota Vikings for a 15th season,...

Vikings safety Harrison Smith is returning for a 15th season, with sources telling NFL Network he reached a one-year deal worth $12.25 million.

The Merrill Police Department responded to 14 incidents during the week ending August 30th. Officers conducted approximately 17 traffic stops and 79 security checks. On Friday, officers were dispatched to the 2800 block of Thielman Street for reports of multiple vehicle break-ins and stolen personal items from those vehicles. The investigation surrounding the break-ins is ongoing. Other activity included the issuance of a citation for misuse of 911, and arrests for lewd and lascivious behavior,

Lincoln County Veterans Service Office will be moving temporarily during renovations.

Last Week, Lincoln County Sheriff’s Deputies conducted 17 traffic stops and 21 security checks. There were five incidents involving cars hitting deer, and one where a car struck a porcupine. Saturday, the sheriff’s office was requested to check on a vehicle stopped in the turn lane of County Highway K at County Highway Q in the Town of Scott. Investigation at the scene revealed the driver, Alejandro Clemente of Merrill was passed out behind the wheel with his vehicle still in drive and his f

Grant reacts to another start in which Kyle Harrison underperformed- is his postseason role in jeopardy? Grant shares his thoughts on Wisconsin vs. Notre Dame and gets the latest from Colten Bartholomew.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A major construction project on Highway 17 in Lincoln County began Monday, bringing a full closure of the highway to through traffic between Highway 64 and Big Hay Meadow Creek. The Wisconsin Department of Transportation says the project is scheduled to continue through November 6th before construction resumes next spring, from April 5th through July 30th, 2027. Work on the project includes replacing the asphalt surface, replacing sections of concrete curb and gutter, installing centerline rumbl

The Merrill Fire Department responded to 46 calls last week, bringing the total for 2026 to 1,555 calls. There were 42 calls requiring EMS Services. On Friday, the Department responded to a motor vehicle collision with injuries at State Street and Grand Avenue in the City of Merrill.

One of two Wisconsin forums taklng place this fall to examine the future of rural communities will be held in Lincoln County. The Wisconsin Small Community Forum comes to the Buedingen Training Center at PCA on October 13th. The event will bring together local residents, business owners, elected officials and regional organizations to exchange ideas on strengthening small-town economies and communities. Discussions will include ways to address rural housing needs, how businesses can contribute t

HARRISON, Wis. (WFRV) - Village of Harrison officials want to remind parents of something seemingly obvious-basketball courts are for playing basketba...