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The Scandinavia Historical Society of Wisconsin celebrated two decades of preserving the history of the village and town during its January meeting, where members discussed ongoing projects, fundraising plans, and donations to maintain historic sites. Carl Lantz called the meeting to order at 7 p.m. on Jan. 12 at the Municipal Center in Scandinavia. […]
The Helvetia Town Board will convene its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, March 3, at 7 p.m. at the Town Hall, E2544 County Rd GG, Iola, to address routine financial matters, upcoming dues payments, road maintenance priorities, and planned improvements to town facilities. The session serves as the town’s standard monthly forum for handling […]
The Village of Iola will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, March 10, concerning the adoption of a Backyard Chicken Ordinance. The meeting will start at 5:30 p.m. in the Iola Village Hall’s Community Room. The proposed ordinance reads as follows: Definitions: Chicken: The term “chicken” used throughout these regulations shall exclusively mean a female […]
Around Town RECREATION PLAN FOR IOLA: The Village of Iola is developing an Outdoor Recreation Plan to guide park improvements and secure grants. Proposed projects include ATV trails, a kayak launch, murals, a splash pad, holiday lights, livestream cameras, a farmers market, an amphitheater, an ice rink, and upgrades to Taylor Field. Read the Waupaca […]
Around Town NEW BUSINESS: Iola-Scandinavia native and military veteran Josh Bauer has opened Best in the Valley Plumbing. “This isn’t just about starting a business for me. It’s about building something for my family, serving my community, and showing my kids what it looks like to bet on yourself, work hard, and trust God throughout […]
Challengers are running for seats on the boards of the Village of Iola and the Village of Scandinavia. However, only incumbents Vanessa Kirmse and Laura Krogwold are running for two seats on the School District of Iola-Scandinavia Board. Vying for three seats as a village trustee in Iola are Erikka Flowers, David Harper, Mark McCoy, […]
Around Town RJ OPPERMAN EXCELS: Iola-Scandinavia High School senior RJ Opperman received impressive coverage for basketball in the Waupaca County News, and he has netted over 13 points per game. Read the story here. Around the County THREATENING STATEMENTS: An Amherst Junction man was jailed on suspicion of alleged felony stalking and making terroristic threats […]
FARGO, N.D. — North Dakota State University (NDSU) has accepted an invitation to join the Mountain West Conference as a football-only affiliate member, marking a significant transition from the Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) to the Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) level, with competition beginning in fall 2026. The move, announced on Feb. 9, elevates one of […]
The Annual Chili Luncheon fundraiser for The Scandinavia Historical Society of Wisconsin, formerly known as Friends of Scandinavia History (FOSH), marks the group’s 20th anniversary on Sunday, Feb. 22, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Silver Lake Lanes in Scandinavia. This all-you-can-eat meal will feature six varieties of red and white chili, accompanied by […]
The Iola Historical Society will present a special program highlighting the storied journey of the sloop “Restoration” and the start of organized Norwegian immigration to North America at its upcoming meeting on Monday, Feb. 23, 2025. The event will take place at the Machine Shed, 222 Depot Street in Iola, with the program beginning at […]
