About 58 million pounds of corn dogs and other sausage-on-a-stick products are being recalled across the U.S. because pieces of wood may be embedded in the batter, with several consumers reporting injuries to date.

According to a Saturday notice published by the Agriculture Department’s Food Safety and Inspection Service, the recall covers select “State Fair Corn Dogs on a Stick” and “Jimmy Dean Pancakes & Sausage on a Stick” products from Texas-based Hillshire Brands, which is a subsidiary of Tyson Foods. Link to full article. 

Youth Night is coming to Merrill Senior High on Saturday, September 13!
Enjoy a free night of live music with Rhett Walker, Stephen Barker Liles, Mackenzie Phillips, and Belle Isle & Cline — plus free food, fun, and encouragement for all students. RSVP here now !

Hillside Alive is back in Merrill! Featuring two free family-friendly events: a live outdoor concert with Adelaide at Normal Park on Saturday, September 6 at 2 PM, and a special worship service at Hillside Church on Sunday, September 7 at 10 AM. There’s much more. Click here to get all the details.

Cory Asbury is hosting a benefit concert (in Nashville) and online t-shirt sale to benefit Texas flood relief.

Tickets are on sale now - get them online
 

The Wisconsin DNR wants you to give your yard a pollinator-friendly makeover! They say non-native plants might look nice, but they don’t do much for the ecosystem. On the other hand, native plants—like blazing stars, goldenrods, and spiderworts—are like an all-you-can-eat buffet for bees, butterflies, and moths. Here is a list of native species you can plant! 

Find out how you can donate boots, socks, and more to help keep people warm this winter. Click here for more info on Bobby Socks