Glad recipient of Joan Ballweg Leadership Scholarship

Press Release State Sen. Joan Ballweg (R-Markesan) presented her 17th Annual Joan Ballweg Leadership Scholarship to ten outstanding students across the 14th Senate District. “These students exemplify the role of young leaders in our communities,” said Ballweg. “They all excel in academics and beyond and will continue to do great things as they go on to pursue […]

Hedtke honored on June 12

A Wisconsin veteran who died serving in World War II was honored Saturday for his services. The United States government identified the remains of Private William D. Hedtke in October of 2019, after having labeled him as killed in action. See story here.

Iola-Scandinavia T-Bird Spotlight: Emily Minniecheske

By Iola-Scandinavia School District Emily has two siblings, one brother and one sister. She also has a horse named Gus. She graduated from Tigerton High School and attended UW-Stout. She chose to work in a school because “I love working with kids.” Her favorite places to travel have been Paris, Ireland, Alaska, and Maine. Some […]

Betty Jo Stull obituary

Betty Jo Stull Betty Jo Stull, 87, of Clintonville, Wisconsin, formerly of Iola, Wisconsin, entered into eternal life on June 12, 2021, surrounded by her family.  Betty was born to Crusoe and Ella Baker in Typo, Kentucky, and was fourth of eight children. She married Walter Stull on September 5, 1952, and together they had […]

Silver Lake Management Committee meets June 15

The Silver Lake Management Committee will meet on Tuesday, Jun e 15, at 6:30 p.m. at the Jorgens Park Preserve. Agenda 1. Introductions 2. Approve Agenda 3. Approve April 20, 2021, Meeting Minutes 4. Public Participation 5. Lake Aerator 6. WI DNR Surface Water Grant: a. Kickoff Meeting Review; b. Survey (Paper vs. digital), i. […]