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Iola-Scandinavia Elementary School is preparing to host its annual Knowledge Lunch event from Nov. 9 through Nov. 11, giving parents a chance to eat with their children and hear about their recent classroom activities. School officials announced that sign-ups for the three-day event are officially complete. Because of limited time and seating capacity, organizers are […]
Around Town ALL-CONFERENCE VOLLEYBALL has been announced. Emma Printz is unanimous 1st Team, Maggie Maus is 1st Team, Charlotte Isermann is Honorable Mention, and Ruby Maus is Honorable Mention. Congratulations! MARSHA MUELLER is the featured artist in November at LittleWolf Gallery. Marsha Mueller is a longtime arts teacher, teaching K–12 for 25+ years. She now […]
The Helvetia Town Board will convene Nov. 4 to vote on the town’s upcoming budget, address ongoing road maintenance projects, and review a comprehensive planning item involving Yah’s Refuge LLC. The regular monthly meeting will begin at 7 p.m. at the town hall, located at E2544 County Road GG in Iola. A public budget hearing […]
When the state of Wisconsin hands out its school report cards, the School District of Iola-Scandinavia lands near the top of the class. On the latest report cards from the Department of Public Instruction, both our elementary school and our middle/high school earned four-star ratings and were officially rated as “exceed expectations.” Our middle and […]
Around Town SENIOR FINANCIAL AID NIGHT at Iola-Scandinavia High School for seniors and parents/guardians is Wednesday, Nov. 4, starting at 5:30 p.m. in the auditorium. Those who want to stay after the presentation can complete the FAFSA before they leave, with an expert there to answer questions along the way. Use this link for information […]
The Iola-Scandinavia Area Chamber of Commerce released member survey results showing strong local business support for the school district’s upcoming operational referendum. For official information on election dates, deadlines, and the ballot measure’s terms or history, residents should consult the local school district or official municipal election portals. The anonymous survey, conducted via JotForm, indicated […]
Affordability leads voters’ concerns, but the candidates split sharply on abortion, schools, guns, and the role of the socialist left. Wisconsin voters will elect a new governor Tuesday, Nov. 3, choosing between Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley, a Democrat, and U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany, R-Wis., after Democratic Gov. Tony Evers declined to seek a third […]
The Iola-Scandinavia Community Fitness and Aquatic Center is expanding community wellness opportunities today by introducing updated membership pricing for district and non-district residents at its comprehensive facility. The new tiered pricing framework aims to broaden access to physical fitness and aquatic recreation for individuals and families of all ages. The facility provides flexible access methods, […]
Wisconsin voters heading to the polls this November face a fundamental question regarding the boundaries of executive power and structural governance. Question 1, a legislatively referred constitutional amendment, asks whether the state should strip the governor of the ability to create or increase taxes and fees using the partial veto. While some frame it as […]
Around Town MUSICAL AUDITIONS BEGIN tonight at the Iola-Scandinavia School District. Students can try out from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the school auditorium. Directors will evaluate vocal performance, stage presence, and reading ability for the district’s upcoming theatrical production. STRATEGIC PLANNING COMMITTEE members will finalize a new long-term development draft Wednesday. The Iola-Scandinavia […]
