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The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) will soon debut a new series of license plates that begin with the letter “B.”

Over more than three decades, residents in 22 Wisconsin counties lost public nursing homes to sales or closures. This year alone at least five counties — including Lincoln — considered selling, started the sales process or sold. County leaders say they have only two options while facing financial pressures and staffing shortages: sell or close the homes. Local organizers disagree, arguing counties should continue providing high-quality care for low-income older people and disabled adults.

Governor Tony Evers and the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) this week announced that counties and municipalities across the state received more than $141 million in the first quarterly payments for 2025 for General Transportation, Connecting Highway and Expressway Policing Aids.

City council approves purchase of new fire engine

The Tomahawk Fire Department (TFD) will be getting a new fire engine within the next several years.

Spring races for city council, school board take shape

Local races for the Tuesday, April 1 Spring Election have taken shape following Tuesday’s deadline for candidates to file paperwork.

Lincoln County seeking citizen participation on commissions

Lincoln County is currently accepting applications for citizen participation on several commissions.

Lemay Forestry Center project approved by Wisconsin State Building Commission

Governor Tony Evers this week announced that the Wisconsin State Building Commission approved a total of $81.5 million in projects across the state, including one in Tomahawk.

City water fluoridation advisory referendum to appear on April ballots

Next spring, City of Tomahawk voters will have the opportunity to weigh in on the fluoridation of the city’s drinking water supply.

Lincoln County board again seeking broker for Pine Crest sale

The Lincoln County Board of Supervisors is once again searching for a broker to facilitate the sale of Pine Crest Nursing Home in Merrill.

The Wisconsin Department of Revenue (DOR) last week distributed shared revenue payments to counties and municipalities.

City of Tomahawk voters may see water fluoridation advisory referendum on spring ballots

An advisory referendum related to the fluoridation of drinking water in the City of Tomahawk may appear on spring election ballots.

Supervisors approve 2025 Lincoln County budget

The 2025 Lincoln County budget has been approved.

Felzkowski elected Senate President

State Senator Mary Felzkowski (R-Tomahawk) will serve as Senate President in the upcoming legislative session.

Trump takes back White House; Baldwin, Tiffany, Felzkowski, Callahan defend seats

Voters across the country cast ballots in federal, statewide and local races in the Tuesday, Nov. 5 General Election.

Governor Tony Evers and the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) this week announced that municipalities across the state received more than $138 million in the fourth quarter of 2024 for General Transportation Aids, Connecting Highway Aids and Expressway Policing Aids.

Biermann Foundation donation covers replacement of Sheriff’s Office cameras

The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office will replace its aging camera systems after receiving a donation to cover the associated costs.

Lincoln County board to again explore sale of Pine Crest Nursing Home

The Lincoln County Board of Supervisors will once again explore the sale of Pine Crest Nursing Home in Merrill.

By Jalen Maki Tomahawk Leader Editor MADISON – State Senator Mary Felzkowski (R-Tomahawk) this week fired back at the Lac du Flambeau Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians Tribal Council after her …

By Hannah Davis-Reid WXPR ONEIDA COUNTY – The Town of Cassian is doubling down on its objection to a recovery center designed for Native youth struggling with substance abuse. Town leaders are …

By Tina L. Scott MMC Staff MERRILL – The Lincoln County Board of Supervisors approved several resolutions during its Tuesday, Aug. 20 meeting designating the use of the county’s American Rescue …

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