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The fourth-seeded Iola-Scandinavia varsity volleyball team kept its postseason run alive Thursday night, defeating fifth-seeded Manawa in straight sets in a WIAA Division 4 regional semifinal. The Thunderbirds secured the sweep with set scores of 28-26, 25-21 and 25-17. With the victory, Iola-Scandinavia improved its overall record to 17-11. The team will travel to face […]
Around Town LAKE IOLA hosts paddling witches this week. Organizers invite community members to grab their brooms, paddles, and coven costumes for the Witches & Wizards Paddle gathering on Lake Iola. The seasonal event highlights a busy weekend schedule centered at the historic, hydro-powered Iola Mills venue. IOLA-SCANDINAVIA AREA FALL FOLIAGE: The Iola-Scandinavia Chamber showcased […]
Around Town VOLLEYBALL PLAYOFF MATCH brings high school sports action to the area tonight. The Manawa Girls Varsity Volleyball team will travel to face off against the Iola-Scandinavia Thunderbirds in a WIAA regional playoff match at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22. Around the County WAUPACA — The Waupaca City Council appointed Cat Valdez Doyle as […]
Around Town SCHOOL DISTRICT NEWSLETTER latest edition has been released to the public. The Iola-Scandinavia School District published the October issue of the T-Bird Times, detailing information on student achievements, district finances, and the upcoming November operational referendum. VILLAGE BOARD AUTHORIZES revitalization funding for small businesses. The Iola Village Board of Trustees approved $500 Spruce […]
Paul Curtis Anderson October 6, 1949 – October 17, 2026 Paul Curtis Anderson, a resident of Iola, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully at age 77 on Oct. 17, 2026. Born on Oct. 6, 1949, in Iola, Paul was the son of the late Robert and Eunice (Miedaner) Anderson, the loving brother of Carol (Thomas) Hoff, David […]
Around Town FIREBIRDS COMPETITION: The Firebird cheer program earned top honors at its latest competition, with the PWA Black Team placing first and the PWB Orange Team finishing third among five teams. Both squads performed demanding routines showcasing their preparation, teamwork, and confidence. The program also captured the traveling team trophy for the second consecutive […]
The Helvetia Town Board approved a new air-conditioning unit contract and discussed upcoming financial changes to local emergency services at its regular meeting Aug. 4 at the Town Hall. Chairman Jeff Opper called the meeting to order at 7 p.m., with all board members, four residents, and two guests in attendance. The board voted to […]
The Village of Iola Revitalization Committee will vote on a business grant application for LittleWolf Gallery during its upcoming meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 28. The meeting will begin at 3 p.m. at the Village of Iola Hall, 180 S. Main St. Under the leadership of committee Chair Alan Bauer, officials and community representatives will gather […]
Around Town VARSITY FOOTBALL: Local readers voted Tanner Kampert of Iola-Scandinavia the Stevens Point Journal midseason football MVP. Congratulations! ALL-CONFERENCE CROSS COUNTRY: Iola-Scandinavia High School cross country runners named to All-Conference teams include Revyn Schrank (1st Team, 5th Place), Nola Mae Vater (1st Team, 7th Place), and Evan Linjer (2nd Team, 13th Place). Congratulations! IOLA HISTORICAL SOCIETY: […]
The Iola-Scandinavia School District’s latest academic report cards show that all district schools officially exceed state expectations, driven by student growth metrics that rank among the highest in Wisconsin. According to recent data from the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, both Iola-Scandinavia Elementary School and Iola-Scandinavia Middle/High School earned four-star ratings under the state’s accountability […]
