Iola Village Board to address employee handbook and building code updates

The Village of Iola Board will convene on Tuesday, Dec. 10, at 5:30 p.m. in the Community Room of the Iola Village Hall. Key agenda items include the adoption of an updated employee handbook, adjustments to building code ordinances, and a public hearing on fee schedules for building inspections. The board meeting, governed by Robert’s […]

Helvetia Town Board approves budget increase and infrastructure upgrades

The Helvetia Town Board convened on Nov. 5, to discuss key budgetary and infrastructure matters affecting the community. Among the major decisions, the board approved a 1% increase in the 2025 town levy, bringing the total to $173,079. Additionally, pressing maintenance issues, including upgrades to the town hall’s water system and road repairs, were addressed. […]

Harrison Town Board to discuss future agenda notices and procedural matters

The Town Board of Harrison, Waupaca County, Wisconsin, will convene on Monday, Dec. 9, at 6:30 p.m. at Northland Lutheran Church, N9880 State Highway 49, Iola. Key agenda items will include finalizing prior meeting minutes, discussing correspondence reports, reviewing officer updates, and deliberating on procedural notices for future meetings. A segment for public comments and […]

Monday Iola-Scandinavia news shorts

Around Town FREE CHRISTMAS DINNER: St. Mary Magdalene in Waupaca will be hosting a Free Community Christmas Dinner on Christmas Day.  The meals will be served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. ONLINE ORDERING: Bart’s Pizza Pub now has online ordering. Go here. Facebook

I-S Elementary held comprehensive safety drill for active shooter preparedness

Iola-Scandinavia Elementary School took significant steps to bolster safety by conducting an active shooter preparedness drill on Nov. 13, according to a report to be submitted to the Iola-School Board on Monday, Dec. 9. Using the ALICE protocol, the initiative aimed to equip 276 students and 38 staff members with critical skills to respond effectively […]

I-S School Board to discuss policy updates, referendum progress, and district leases

The Iola-Scandinavia School Board will address key topics in its regular meeting on Monday, Dec. 9, at 6 p.m. in the Elementary School, Room #6. Major agenda items include updates on policy revisions, referendum progress, and lease approvals for Taylor Field and Ellison Park. Public input will also be welcomed at the start of the […]