Why Merrill?
I believe the most positive aspects of Merrill are its people, businesses and Hwy. 51 . Merrill is a unique city. The people are great & the recreational opportunities are endless. There are not many places where you are less than 30-minutes all the time from hunting, fishing, ATV trails, snowmobile trails, a state park & numerous county & city parks.

The people of Merrill are down to earth & kind hearted. You can wave to almost anyone you see & they will wave back. They also give & give to make the city of Merrill a great place to live. Our local businesses provide terrific services to Merrill.

We have many opportunities for youth to participate in a multitude of activities, including a top notch park & recreation program. Merrill is a city that will keep growing, especially with the Hwy. 51 corridor to attract business. As the new logo states:
Merrill is a smart move.— Steve H.

Why Merrill?
I have lived in Merrill most of my life. I moved away to go to school and began my teaching career in Rock County, Wisconsin. I taught school in Rock County for thirteen years and decided to move back to Merrill in 1979. I returned to Merrill because I missed the area. I enjoy the outdoors and I missed the hunting, fishing and camping opportunities available here.

There are many positive aspects that I love about my hometown. The Wisconsin River is our greatest untapped resource and holds many opportunities for the community in the future such as the potential riverfront development.

We have great schools, an award-winning library, many great parks, a talented Merrill City Band and year-round outdoor sports and activities. You can’t beat the small town atmosphere and the wonderful people that , like me, call Merrill home.— David S.

Why Merrill?  A perspective from a young family.

I was born and raised in Merrill, Wisconsin.  I went to school and graduated in Merrill.  My wife, who is also from Merrill and I chose to come back to Merrill after college for many, many reasons.  The obvious reason is that both of our families are from Merrill and it was important for us to be close to our families.  But there were many other factors that led us back.

Merrill is a wonderful place to raise a family and that was very important to us.  Why is Merrill a wonderful place to raise a family?  Merrill has a wonderful school system, abundant green space and recreational opportunities, friendly and caring people, small town charm, and a sense of pride that many people don't even realize and that is only to name a few.

Merrill is big enough to always have something to do and small enough to give you that sense of security.  I enjoy the outdoors and like the idea of being able to drive 10 minutes in any director and be able to hunt, fish, hike, and enjoy nature.  My wife and I are proud to be back in our hometown - Merrill. - Dan. W.