General Announcements

The Annual Main Street Memories Car Show in Downtown Tomahawk will be held this Sunday. Registration begins at 7:00 am at the intersection of Tomahawk and Wisconsin Avenues, and parking will continue until 11:00 am. Craft and food vendors will be open by 9:00 am, and they will stay open during the entire show. Many of the downtown businesses will also be open. The children's area with bounce houses, a petting zoo, goldfish game, D.J., snacks, and more will be running from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm on the west end of Wisconsin Avenue. Expecting 100's of classic cars with over 60 trophies presented at 3:00 pm in the middle of Wisconsin Avenue. Please remember ALL vehicles will need to be moved off of 2nd and 3rd Streets, as well as West Wisconsin Avenue by 5:00 am Sunday morning. If vehicles are still parked on the streets after that time, the vehicle may be towed at the owner's expense.

Friends of Lake Mohawksin-Spring Open House will be held on Sunday June 11th from 2:00 – 4:00 pm at the Soderberg residence-W6853 Peaceful Valley Rd, Tomahawk. Learn how you can play a part in protecting and enhancing Lake Mohawksin. Meet your neighbors who have property on Mohawksin and hear about FOLM activities. Please RSVP if you would like to attend by emailing folmtomahawk@gmail.com.

2023 Kwahamot Pyramid Payout Tickets are now available from club members and here at WJJQ. Only 500 tickets will be sold with winner's selected at each show this season on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday nights at 7:30 pm. The first show will be on May 27 with a $250.00 winner.

The Tomahawk Historical Society is looking for people willing to be volunteer greeters at the two historical museums in Tomahawk.  If you'd like to help, call 453-4783.

The 24th annual Memorial Service at the Veterans Monument in Union Grove Cemetery located at 4521 Lakewood Road in Harshaw is Saturday, May 27.  The program to honor past military Veterans will begin at 11:30 am and everyone is welcome.  There will be a luncheon following the ceremony at the Cassian Town Hall.  For those interested, the Einar H. Ingman motorcycle processions will begin at the American Legion Post 93 in Tomahawk at 9:15 am.

The Tomahawk Girl Scouts will be collecting aluminum cans through June 1 in their trailer at Trig's parking lot in Tomahawk.

The American Legion Post 93 is now selling tickets for their Spring Fling Fishing Raffle.  Tickets are be purchased at local business, with the winners drawn on June 6.

The Wisconsin River Pro Rodeo is June 9 to 11 at the Merrill Festival Grounds. Advance Tickets are now on sale at: wrpr.org and at the Merrill and Tomahawk Chambers. Enjoy three action packed performances of professional rodeo. Get your tickets today.

The Lincoln County Health Department is offering COVID-19 testing at no charge, weekdays from 9:00 to 10:30 am at the health department in Merrill.  Registration is encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome.  Call 539-2584.

Ties That Bind Us will be hosting an ongoing Cancer Support Group/Caregivers Support Group meeting on the first Tuesday of every month, next meeting is June 6. The meeting will be held at 6:00 pm at Incredible Bank on North Fourth Street. For more information or if you have any questions call 499-3326.

HAVEN, Inc. is hosting a four person golf scramble on Saturday, June 3 at the Edgewater Country Club.  Registration will be at 8:00 am and golf beginning at 9:00 am.  To register, contact Jan at 536-1300.

The 7th annual VFW Post 2687 Musky Tournament will be on Saturday, July 8 on Lake Mohawksin.  Registration is $320.00 per boat and you can register by calling Kevin at 612-3978.

The 10th annual VFW Post 2687 Golf Tournament will be on Saturday, July 22 at the Inshalla Country Club.  The four person scramble begins with registration at 8:00 am and golf to start at 9:00 am.  To register, call Inshalla at 453-3130.

The Aspirus-Tomahawk Hospital Foundation has scholarship application forms available for college students.  This annual program has provided over $100,000.00 in funding for students studying in a healthcare related field.  Forms are available at Aspirus-Tomahawk, at WJJQ and online at wjjq.com under the information tab.  Application deadline is July 15.

Tomahawk's Support Group for Caregivers of someone living with Dementia, meets the third Thursday of every month from 3:00 to 4:00 pm at the Tomahawk Senior Center. If anyone has any questions they can reach out to Jesse Welch at 453-2164 or by email jwelch@nshorehc.com.

If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide or experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis, 9-8-8 provides direct connection to free, confidential, and compassionate support. You are not along in crisis, just call, text or chat 9-8-8 for 24/7 confidential support.

PAWS 2 THINK can help with pet food if people are having financial difficulties. If you are already signed up with the Tomahawk Food Pantry or Salvation Army, you are automatically eligible. Or if you are having short term financial problems, Paws 2 Think can help. Call Sunnie at 612-5866 for information. 
Friday, May 26
Cupcakes for Vets is back and it is happening now through Monday while supplies last, at all Trig’s stores. Purchase a 6-count package of patriotic themed cupcakes for just $6 and Trig’s will donate all the proceeds from the sale to support Veteran’s groups right here in our local community. Poppies and raffle tickets will also be available outside the Tomahawk Trig's location.

Trig's Stores in our Northwoods will be holding a hiring events today from 1:00 to 5:00 pm and tomorrow from 9:00 to 1:00 pm. Stop by at your nearest Trig's locations to apply.

Saturday, May 27

The Tomahawk Farm and Flea Market will be held in Washington Park, featuring a variety of vendors from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm. Vendors can reserve a spot by calling Pat at 920-905-5831.

There will be a Veterans' Memorial Ceremony at 9:00 am at Prairie Rapids Cemetery in the Town of Nokomis.

The 24th annual Memorial Service at the Veterans Monument in Union Grove Cemetery located at 4521 Lakewood Road in Harshaw.  The program to honor past military Veterans will begin at 11:30 am and everyone is welcome.  There will be a luncheon following the ceremony at the Cassian Town Hall.  For those interested, the Einar H. Ingman motorcycle processions will begin at the American Legion Post 93 in Tomahawk at 9:15 am.

It's the opening night of racing at Tomahawk Speedway, with fan gates open at 5:00 pm and racing is at 7:00 pm.

Kilroy's Klub at the American Legion in downtown Tomahawk will have live music with the Backdoor Pickers.

The Kwahamot Water Ski Team will hold their first show of the season at 7:30 pm at Kwahamot Bay right along the North Fourth Street Bridge in Tomahawk.

Sunday, May 28

The Annual Main Street Memories Car Show in Downtown Tomahawk. Registration begins at 7:00 am at the intersection of Tomahawk and Wisconsin Avenues, and parking will continue until 11:00 am Craft and food vendors will be open by 9:00 am, and they will stay open during the entire show. Many of the downtown businesses will also be open. The children's area with bounce houses, a petting zoo, goldfish game, D.J., snacks, and more will be running from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm on the west end of Wisconsin Avenue. Expecting 100's of classic cars with over 60 trophies presented at 3:00 pm in the middle of Wisconsin Avenue. Please remember ALL vehicles will need to be moved off of 2nd and 3rd Streets, as well as West Wisconsin Avenue by 5:00 am Sunday morning. If vehicles are still parked on the streets after that time, the vehicle may be towed at the owner's expense.

Grace Lutheran Church will hold an outdoor worship service at 10:00 am, weather permitting, at the Tilted Loon on County Highway L on Lake Nokomis.

The annual Spirit Historical Society fundraising Barn Dance will be held from 6:00 to Midnight.  The dance will be at the Darrel and Luann Lind Farm, located 3/4 mile north of County YY or 2 1/4 miles south of Highway 86 at N1169 German Settlement Road in the Town of Spirit.  A free will donation will get you into the barn dance.

Monday, May 29

The Tomahawk Area Veterans Honor Guard will be holding a Memorial Day Ceremony at 10:00 am at Veterans' Memorial Park.  All are welcome.  The honor guard will also hold ceremonies at Greenwood Cemetery at 10:45 am, Calvary Cemetery at 11:15 am and Oak Hill Cemetery at 11:45 am.

The Merrill VFW Post 1638 and other local organizations will hold a Memorial Day Ceremony at 11:00 am at St. Francis Cemetery, Veteran's Section.

Northwoods National Cemetery will be hosting their annual Memorial Day Remembrance ceremony at 2:30 pm. The Cemetery is located at 4520 Lakewood Road in Harshaw.

Wednesday, May 31

WaWui Bingo continues at the SARA Park Activity Center.  The doors will open at 5:30 pm, cards go on sale at 6:00 pm and the first of 15 games is at 7:00 pm.

Friday, June 2

The Community Blood Center will hold a blood drive from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm at Crossbridge Community Bank.  To schedule a donation appointment, call 800-280-4102.

The electronics recycling event will be held from Noon to 5:00 pm at the Merrill Festival Grounds - Sell Building.  For more information go to www.goodnewswi.com

Saturday, June 3

The Tomahawk Farm and Flea Market will be held in Washington Park, featuring a variety of vendors from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm. Vendors can reserve a spot by calling Pat at 920-905-5831.

The Kracker Barrel BP on County Road L will be hosting a Craft and Flea Market Sale from 8:00 am until 3:00 pm. All vendors are welcome to participate.

There will be an ATV Safety Class from 8:30 to Noon at the Lincoln Gun Club in Merrill.  Call Patti at 453-5792.

The electronics recycling event will be held from 9:00 am to Noon at the Merrill Festival Grounds - Sell Building.  For more information go to www.goodnewswi.com

Lincoln County Crime Stoppers, Crossbridge Community Bank, and Incredible Bank will team up to host a document shredding event in Merrill.  The service is free, but a $5 per box donation is encouraged. Proceeds going to the Crimestoppers of Lincoln County program. They'll be set up at the Incredible Bank Location in Merrill (3210 E. Main Street) from 9:00 am to 11:00 am.

Tuesday, June 6

The Lincoln County Health Department will hold a COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Clinic from 10:00 to Noon.  Call 536-0307 to schedule an appointment.  Walk-ins are welcome.

Saturday, June 10

The Tomahawk Farm and Flea Market will be held in Washington Park, featuring a variety of vendors from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm. Vendors can reserve a spot by calling Pat at 920-905-5831.

The Half Moon Lake District's annual meeting will be held at 9:00 am at the Bradley Town Hall.

Sunday, June 11

The Friends of Lake Mohawksin will hold their Spring Open House from 2:00 to 4:00 pm at the Soderberg residence, W6853 Peaceful Valley Road in Tomahawk.

Tuesday, June 13

The Tomahawk and Merrill Post Offices will be holding a Career Fair from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Merrill Post Office.  City carrier assistants, rural carrier associates and assistant rural carrier positions are available in Merrill and Tomahawk locations with starting pay for all positions over $19.00 an hour.

The Tomahawk Public Library will host Sunshine Storytime from 10:30 to 11:00 am with stories and fun on the library lawn.

Thursday, June 15

The Tomahawk Public Library will hold, All Together Now Under the Sun Celebration activity day from 10:30 to 11:30 am.

Tuesday, June 20

The Tomahawk Public Library will host Sunshine Storytime from 10:30 to 11:00 am with stories and fun on the library lawn.

Wednesday, June 21

Health in Motion - Tomahawk will host a workshop on staying strong, independent and active as you age.  It will be from 11:00 to Noon and call 453-6650 to register.

Tomahawk's Music on the River returns for another summer of live music at Memorial Park.  The first concert will feature, Unity playing from 6:00 to 8:00 pm.  WJJQ will also have their annual Community Cookout with brats, hotdogs, chips and soda. 

Thursday, June 22

The Tomahawk Public Library outdoor event series will continue from 10:30 to 11:30 am with The Magic of Isaiah.

Aspirus Woodruff Clinic-Maple Street is hosting an open house from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Community members are invited to tour the newly renovated location including the family practice clinic, specialty clinic and Tick-Borne Illness Center. Staff will also be on hand to meet community members.

Tuesday, June 27

The Tomahawk Public Library will host Sunshine Storytime from 10:30 to 11:00 am with stories and fun on the library lawn.

ednesday, June 28

Tomahawk's Music on the River continues at Memorial Park from 6:00 to 8:00 pm with Miss Myra & the Moonshiners. 

Thursday, June 29

The Tomahawk Public Library outdoor event series will continue from 10:30 to 11:30 am with the North Lakeland Discovery Center Monarch Butterflies program.

Friday, June 30

The annual St. Paul's Lutheran Church rummage sale will be held at the church at 12 East Wisconsin Avenue in Tomahawk from 9:00 to 3:00 pm and tomorrow from 9:00 to 3:00 pm.

Saturday, July 1

The Tomahawk Farm and Flea Market will be held in Washington Park, featuring a variety of vendors from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm. Vendors can reserve a spot by calling Pat at 920-905-5831.

The annual St. Paul's Lutheran Church rummage sale is from 9:00 to 3:00 pm at the church, 12 East Wisconsin Avenue in Tomahawk.

Wednesday, July 5

Tomahawk's Music on the River concert series continues with Hip Pocket performing from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at Veterans' Memorial Park.

Thursday, July 6

The Tomahawk Public Library Outdoor Event Series will continue with the program by the Raptor Education Group from 10:30 to 11:30 am.

Tuesday, July 11

The Tomahawk Public Library will host Sunshine Storytime from 10:30 to 11:00 am with stories and fun on the library lawn.

Wednesday, July 12

Tomahawk's Music on the River concert series continues from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at Veterans' Memorial Park with Billy Bronsted & the Loot playing.

Thursday, July 13

The Tomahawk Public Library outdoor event series continue with storyteller Tracy Chipman from 10:30 to 11:30 am.

Tuesday, June 18

The Tomahawk Public Library will host Sunshine Storytime from 10:30 to 11:00 am with stories and fun on the library lawn.

Wednesday, July 19

Tomahawk's Music on the River concert series continues at Veteran's Memorial Park with EMBER playing from 6:00 to 8:00 pm.

Thursday, July 20

The Tomahawk Public Library outdoor event series continues with singer Stuart Stotts from 10:30 to 11:30 am.

Tuesday, July 25

The Tomahawk Public Library will host Sunshine Storytime from 10:30 to 11:00 am with stories and fun on the library lawn.

Wednesday, July 26

Tomahawk's Music on the River concert will conclude with the final summer concert at Memorial Park from 6:00 to 8:00 pm.  Nashville recording artist Jerry Schmitt and his band will be performing.

Thursday, July 27

The Tomahawk Public Library outdoor event series will conclude with Sunshine Surprise Day from 10:30 to 11:30 am.  There will be games, ice cream and fun.

Saturday, August 26

The Tomahawk Farm and Flea Market will be held in Washington Park, featuring a variety of vendors from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm. Vendors can reserve a spot by calling Pat at 920-905-5831.

The Friends of Lake Mohawksin will hold their annual meeting at 9:00 am at the Bradley Town Hall on Mohawk Drive in Tomahawk.

July 28

The Lakeland ATV/UTV Club will be hosting their two-day Operation Santa-Wheelin' for a Cause. The event kicks off with a Night Before Christmas ride with reindeer games and the chance to enjoy a fish fry with fellow riders.The ride leaves from Woodruff Town Office parking lot @ 6:00 pm. You can visit the Lakeland ATV Club website or Facebook page for additional details.

July 29

The Lakeland ATV/UTV Club will continue their two-day Operation Santa-Wheelin' for a Cause. Saturday festivities include a breakfast with Santa and an organized ride to the North Pole. This includes an opportunity for a demo ride. They'll be selling 'Elf Ride' cards as well. You can visit the Lakeland ATV Club website or Facebook page for additional details.




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