Here the Devil's Creek meets the Bad River. State Highway 13 meets Highway 77. Sound a little foreboding? Really a nicer place would be hard to find. Nestled at these crossroads is the gateway to Northern Wisconsin's pristine paradise. The bustling City of Mellen is situated perfectly to explore and enjoy four season outdoor adventures. Flanked by Mount Whittlesey on the East and Ren Vought's Bluff on the West, and surrounded by the Chequamegon National Forest, Mellen and environs are a natural beauty experience waiting to happen. One of the gems of the State Park System, Copper Falls State Park, is just 5 minutes from Mellen, fast becoming one of the most popular parks in the state. A lot of good things are happening there. Go camping, rent a cabin, hike the North Country Trail. Mellen is a designated Trail City. The City of Mellen is both ATV and snowmobile friendly. Cross country ski or snowshoe this beautiful Penokee Range. Fishing or hunting can be another way to enjoy the surroundings. There are legendary sized whitetails in them thar hills.
Come to the Morse Town Hall on Saturday, October 18, to see what all the fuss is about and join in on the fun! Enjoy a nice dinner of Roly Polys and all the fixins with family and friends. Check out the gift auction and stay for the the grand prize drawing.
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Join the Mellen Area Chamber of Commerce for their annual Roly Poly Contest & Dinner on Saturday, October 18th. Come one come all...enjoy a meal of Roly Polys with the fixins as well as a Gift Auction and Grand Prize Drawing. Check our poster for details or contact the Chamber office for more information.
The City of Mellen, Mellen Beautification and Mellen Area Chamber of Commerce invite all residents and businesses to join the fun and show off your Halloween spirit or autumn style in our annual Decorating Contest!
Judging will take place Wednesday evening, October 29, 2025. How to Enter: Text or call 715-292-1509. Decorate your home, yard, porch, or storefront. Registration is required. Open to all residents and businesses within Mellen city limits. Talk to your neighbors and spread the word!
Mellen is known for our Roly Poly's, let's keep the tradition alive. On October 18, 2025, the Mellen Area Chamber of Commerce will host Mellen's annual Roly Poly contest at the Morse Town Hall. The chamber is putting out a challenge to see if this can be the best year ever! If you have won before, we challenge you to defend your title, if you haven't taken the crown yet, this could be your year. We encourage individuals, families, or groups to enter. Our judging is ALWAYS done blind, so all is fair in love and Roly Poly's! Prizes are 1st - $200.00, 2nd $100.00, and 3rd $50.00
Any questions please contact Carol Pearson at caroljean@gmail.com. Entry forms and official rules can be picked up at Superior Choice Credit Union.
WECA's Early Childhood Education Business Builder Program provides financial support, free coaching, and resources. The new program provides nearly $8,000 for completing the requirements, a child care business training course, a toolkit with start-up materials, and access to a business coach. It is available in Ashland, Bayfield, Iron, Price, and Sawyer counties, where families increasingly need access to child care for their children.
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