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By Timothy R. Wilz, Sheriff, Waupaca County Recently, misinformation has circulated suggesting the only response to wrong-way drivers by the Waupaca County Sheriff’s Office has been through public education campaigns. We want to clarify the full scope of our actions and address the national issue of wrong-way driving. Wrong-way driving is a serious problem across […]
Entry deadline Nov. 30 By Iola-Scandinavia Chamber Sure it’s Halloween, but that means Christmas is not that far off! If your business or organization wants to be a part of it, see below for info on signing up your float. The Iola Lions Club, with help from the Iola Village Library, the Iola-Scandinavia Chamber of […]
Around Town CHURCH MERGERS: The Iola and Manawa Methodist Churches have merged with Center Emanuel to create a three-point charge for Pastor Leo. As a result, the Sunday worship service in Iola is at 8 a.m. The Iola Christmas Eve service is at 3 p.m. DEER ANTLER COLLECTION: Hunters who wish to donate the antlers […]
Addresses anticipated budget deficit The Iola-Scandinavia School District Board held its annual budget meeting on Oct. 14. At this meeting, the board reviewed the financial outlook for the 2024-25 school year and approved a tax levy to mitigate an anticipated budget shortfall. District Business Manager Sarah Thiel reported that while the district ended the 2023-24 […]