Iola-Scandinavia School Board to discuss job changes, outdoor freezer grant, and policy updates

The Iola-Scandinavia School Board will meet on Monday, Oct. 7, at 6 p.m. in Room #6 of the Elementary School, located at 450 Division Street. Key items on the agenda will include updates on a referendum, decisions regarding job descriptions and personnel changes, and a proposal for a grant-funded outdoor freezer. The board will also […]

Village of Iola Board to discuss brush cutting along Little Wolf River and memorial bench donation

At the Oct. 8 Village of Iola Board meeting, officials will address new business concerning brush cutting along the Little Wolf River and the acceptance of a $1,000 donation for a memorial bench honoring former village President Joel Edler. The meeting will also review several committee reports, approve previous meeting minutes, and continue work on […]

Barn fire in Scandinavia draws multiple fire departments

A large barn fire broke out on the evening of Oct. 5 in the Town of Scandinavia, prompting a multi-alarm response from numerous regional fire departments. The fire was reported at about 7:30 p.m., with the barn fully engulfed in flames. Officials withheld the exact address but confirmed that the structure was filled with hay, […]