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Fatal Motorcycle Crash in Vilas County

Published on 09/01/2025 under News One person is dead following a motorcycle crash in Vilas County. According to the Sheriff's Office, that call came in early Sunday morning, just a few minutes after midnight. Responders were paged to Gross Road and Milton Lane in the Town of Arbor Vitae. The reporting party came across the motorcycle, but didn't immediately locate the operator. Indicating the crash was relatively recent, they described the bike as still warm to the touch. The deputy quickly arrived on the scene, finding the unresponsive victim who was pronounced dead. The Sheriff's Office did say it was a 33 year old Arbor Vitae man. His name has not been released pending notification of family. The crash remains under investigation.

Published on 09/01/2025 under News Sunday was Opioid Awareness Day, and Aspirus took the opportunity to educate people on an important life-saving tool. Narcan, or naloxone, is becoming more readily available here in the Northwoods. According to Aspirus pharmacy resident Natalie Wilkin, naloxone reverses the effects of an overdose by neutralizing the opioid. It does so by binding to the same receptors in the body. An advantage of naloxone is that it doesn't impact a person that hasn't been using an opioid. Wilkin says it's important to know the warning signs of an opioid overdose which includes respiratory depression, or slowed breathing. Naloxone is considered safe, widely available, and easy to use. There are nasal spray or an injectable. Most first responders now carry doses of naloxone on calls. It's also available, over-the-counter in most pharmacies, and has even been introduced in other public spaces such as health vending machines. It is still advised to contact 911 after administering Narcan during an overdose.

Published on 09/01/2025 under News It's the first Monday in September, and that means Labor Day. Many workers have the day off and a long weekend. Labor Day became a federal holiday in the US in 1894 as a way to honor and recognize the American labor movement and celebrate the contributions of workers. While some celebrate with cookouts and cabins here in the Northwoods, Merrill recognizes Labor Day with a couple of annual community events. The festivities get underway this morning with the annual Labor Day Parade set to begin at 10am. After wrapping up near the courthouse, activities shift to the Merrill Festival Grounds for the rest of the day. That's where the Lions Club will host their 45th annual Labor Day Car Show. Organizers says the show typically draws between 200 and 250 entries. While vehicles from the 60's and 70's are most prevalent, they expect cars from the 1920's to modern classics.

Published on 09/01/2025 under News With the calendar flipped to September, the fall hunting season is officially underway. That includes the early goose season which opens today. According to the DNR, this two week-long season has an increased daily bag limit of five Canada geese. It targets Wisconsin's resident goose population before the fall migration crosses the state. The current population estimate for Wisconsin-breeding Canada geese is 131,567 birds. That is slightly lower than last year, but still 20% higher than the long-term average. Following the two-week, early goose season is the regular goose season, opening September 16. In addition to the early goose season, early teal and mourning dove seasons also open today. And officials encourage safe hunting practices whenever heading out this fall.

Published on 09/01/2025 under News Officials are warning parents about sharing too much back-to-school information on social media. Over the next week or so, social media feeds will be filled with kids holding 'first day of school' signs or chalkboards. The photos provide a memorable look at a child throughout their school years. While it can be a fun way to celebrate and share these milestones with friends and families online, it can also provide private information to scammers and other unsavory characters. Officials say you should limit the amount of personal information shared on social media, especially when it comes to kids. That means leaving off information about their school, teacher, and address. That information can be used to gain a child's trust. It is also frequently used for security questions on banking and credit card accounts. Another tip they offered if you do want to share with friends and family...turn on the privacy settings to limit who can see posts.

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Tomahawk Volleyball Competes in Dells Invite

Published on 09/01/2025 under Sports Tomahawk's volleyball squad went 4-3 in the Wisconsin Dells Invite over the weekend. The Hatchets started the day off with a loss to Royall. However, the Hatchets would respond with wins over Cambridge and the Milwaukee School of Languages. The 2-2 Day One Record would put Tomahawk in the silver bracket of the invite. The Hatchets would defeat Clintonville and Fall River on Day Two before losing in the bracket title match to Cambridge. After two invites, the Hatchets stand with a 6-5 record. Tomahawk begins Great Northern Conference play Thursday night against Rhinelander. First set is at 7:00.

Published on 09/01/2025 under Sports Tomahawk's football squad came away with one of the most impressive wins in school history Friday night, upsetting #7 in Division 5 Wittenberg-Birnamwood in overtime, 28-22. After trailing 13-0 heading into the second quarter, the Hatchets rolled off three straight touchdown drives to take the lead. After Witt-Birn tied the game in the fourth, Michael Samundsen blocked the go-ahead extra point to keep the game tied. In overtime, the Hatchets forced a turnover on downs, got the ball back, and won the game with a one-yard quarterback sneak by Cash Olsen. Olsen finished with 57 total yards and two scores. Max Larson led the way on the ground with 90 yards and two touchdowns. The Hatchet defense held Wittenber-Birnamwood to 73 rushing yards after the Chargers gained 350 on the ground against Bonduel last week. Michael Samundsen also blocked two extra points to keep the game tied heading into overtime. The Hatchets get off to their first 2-0 start since 2022 with the victory. The Hatchets begin Great Northern Conference play next week against Wausau East at Hatchet Field. Tune in for the Fehrman Orthodontics Kickoff Cabin at 6:10 and opening kick at 7:00 Alex Koch and Jon Long will be in the broadcast booth.

Published on 08/29/2025 under Sports Tomahawk's girls swim team competed in a triangular at Black River Falls with the host and Eau Claire North Thursday. The Hatchets had three second-place finishes in the triangular. Tomahawk's Kami Gabrich placed second in the 200 Freestyle with a time of 2:29.58. Morgan Kretzschmar placed second in the 200 IM. The 200 Freestyle Relay Team of Kretzschmar, Emma Hoff, Kaylee Roberts, and Kylie Peissig finished with a time of 2:02.39. The Hatchets are back in action next week for a Great Northern Conference double dual at Lakeland Thursday.

Published on 08/29/2025 under Sports Tomahawk's Cross Country Squads opened up the 2025 campaign with top-ten finishes. On the girls' side, Tomahawk finished as the top finisher among GNC teams, placing third. Charlee Lund placed third overall in her first high school meet with a time of 21:03. The other two Hatchet girls placing in the top ten were Abbie Rosenmeier, finishing eighth, and Lydia Shaney, placing ninth. For the boys, Tomahawk finished ninth and third among GNC teams. Tomahawk's top finisher was Joe Zastrow, who placed 24th with a time of 19:21. Tomahawk's next meet is next Thursday at Nine Mile Park in Wausau.

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