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Lincoln County Sheriff’s Report: April 14, 2025

As reported by the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office Monday, April 14, 2025.

Nokomis firefighters recognized for training, education accomplishments
Last week, three members of the Nokomis Volunteer Fire Department were recognized for their accomplishments in training and education.
Northwoods Veterans Post in Merrill.
Tri-County Heroes Fair in Merrill to offer assistance to veterans
Lincoln County this month will host an event aiming to provide veterans with comprehensive assistance in navigating the often complex process of applying for benefits and services.
Layoffs hit Marshfield Clinic
A sprawling health care system in Wisconsin is getting a bit smaller after cutting almost 100 positions.
Local Scouts donate 500 pounds of food to Tomahawk pantry
TOMAHAWK – Tomahawk’s Boy Scout Troop and Cub Scout Pack 548 last week thanked the community for participating in the annual Scouting for Food event.
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Government
Quarterly transportation aids: More than $108 million allocated to Wisconsin municipalities
Governor Tony Evers and the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) this week that announced counties and municipalities across the state received more than $108 million for General Transportation (GRA), Connecting Highway (CHA) and Expressway Policing Aids.
Spring Election results: Local, statewide races decided
Voters across Wisconsin headed to the polls to vote in the Tuesday, April 1 Spring Election, deciding local and statewide races.
Lincoln County board nominated for Governor's Tourism Award
The Lincoln County Board of Supervisors has been nominated for the Governor's Tourism Award.
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Education
Coffman
Tomahawk resident Keely Coffman named Nicolet College Student Ambassador
A Tomahawk resident has been named a Nicolet College Student Ambassador.
Metal Mayhem: Northwoods high schoolers take part in welding competition
Earlier this month, Trident Maritime Systems and Nicolet College partnered to host the 1st annual Metal Mayhem with local school districts. 
Reilly
Nicolet College student Rachael Reilly wins bronze at SkillsUSA competition
Rachael Reilly, a resident of Tomahawk, recently beat out about 20 competitors to win bronze at the SkillsUSA Wisconsin cosmetology competition in Madison.
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Sports
Hatchet grapplers hold awards ceremony
The Tomahawk High School wrestling team held an awards ceremony last month.
Pictured, back row, from left: Barry Young, Dick Collins (umpire), Carl Bartz, Joe Obey, Irv Bartz, Joe Kahle, Lornie Krueger, Dick Kahle, Delmar Kluball; front: Jim Pickett, Norm Kahle, Herb Madlung, Elton Obey, Dick Van Strydonk.
Historical Society shares photo of 1954 Road Lake Lakers
In recognition of Major League Baseball’s Opening Day last week, the Tomahawk Area Historical Society shared a photo of a local team from days gone by: the 1954 Road Lake Lakers.
Pictured, from left, are inductees Steve Kahle, Diane Popp and Rick Grube.
Inaugural class inducted into Tomahawk Bowling Hall of Fame
The inaugural class of the Tomahawk Bowling Hall of Fame was inducted this past weekend.
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Nature and Outdoors
The Wisconsin DNR last week announced the launch of the Wisconsin Fishing Finder.
‘DNR launches new tool to help anglers
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) this week announced the launch of the new Wisconsin Fishing Finder, a comprehensive online fishing resource for anglers.
Fishing Report: Time to pivot into open water mode
After Sunday and Monday’s rain, most lakes will open up this week, or they’re in the final stages of ice-out. It’s time to pivot fully into open water fishing mode.
The Wisconsin DNR is reminding the public to wear a life jacket and boat safely on Wisconsin's waters this spring.
DNR reminding boaters, paddlers of potential spring hazards
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is reminding boaters and paddlers that spring storms with high winds, fluctuating temperatures, cold water and potential flood conditions can make navigating lakes and rivers dangerous.
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Opinion and Editorial
Movies You Gotta See: ‘Moneyball’ is one of the best sports films of our time
We’ve gotten a few landmark sports films over the last 50 or so years. Each decade has had at least one top-tier sports film, but usually more. The 2011 biographical sports drama "Moneyball" might be the genre’s peak in the 2010s.
Letter to the Editor: March 12, 2025
Letter to the Editor published in the March 12, 2025 issue of the Tomahawk Leader.
Letters to the Editor: March 5, 2025
Letters to the Editor published in the March 5, 2025 issue of the Tomahawk Leader.
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Obituaries
Suzanne 'Suzie' G. Richwalski
Suzanne “Suzie” G. Richwalski, age 94, of Tomahawk, passed away on Thursday, March 27, 2025, at Milestone Assisted Living in Tomahawk.
Andy Thomas MacMorran
Andy Thomas MacMorran, 78, passed away March 20, 2025 at the Seasons for Life Hospice House in Woodruff, Wis.
Cathy J. Bahlow
Cathy J. Bahlow, 61, of Tomahawk, passed away Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at HSHS St. Vincent Hospital in Green Bay.
Charles 'Chuck' E. Gaedtke
Charles “Chuck” E. Gaedtke, 69, of Tomahawk, passed away Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at the Asprius Wausau Hospital.
David Lee Weizenicker
David Lee Weizenicker passed on to eternal life on March 15, 2025 at his Clear Lake Condo home, with his daughters by his side.
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Packers
Post-game interview with Green Bay Packers Quarterback Jordan Love
Packers Head Coach Matt LaFleur after the Oct. 20 win against the Houston Texans.
Special Sections
The Lumberjack Band on the field at City Stadium in an undated photo.
The Lumberjack Band on the field at City Stadium in an undated photo.
The Lumberjack Band on the field at City Stadium in an undated photo.
The Lumberjack Band on the field at City Stadium in an undated photo.
The Lumberjack Band on the field at City Stadium in an undated photo.
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