Town of Helvetia to review comprehensive plans, road work progress, and public services

The Town of Helvetia in Waupaca County, Wisconsin, will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 5, at 7 p.m. at the town hall located at E2544 County Rd GG in Iola. Key items on the agenda include approvals for two major comprehensive planning requests, updates on town hall infrastructure projects, a proposal for […]

Tuesday Iola-Scandinavia news items

Around Town STUFF THE BUS: The Iola Lions are holding a Stuff the Bus event on Saturday, Aug. 9, at Sentry Foods. School supplies and cash will be accepted. WELCH’S FUTURE IN GREEN BAY: Another article has been written about Iola’s Kristian Welch and his prospects playing in Green Bay this season. Read the article […]

Vikings outslug Plover 11–9 in high-scoring BABA showdown

In a high-octane Week 11 matchup in the Badger Amateur Baseball Association, the Scandinavia Vikings edged out the Plover squad 11–9 on Sunday, Aug. 3, in a game loaded with offense and momentum swings. The Vikings relied on a balanced hitting attack and timely power to secure the win and keep pace in the playoff […]

Marilyn Doris Riddell obituary

Marilyn Doris Riddell May 23, 1936 – June 26, 2025 Marilyn Doris Riddell, age 89, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 26, 2025, at The Willows in Iola, where she had been a resident for the past 11 years. A memorial service was held on Aug. 1, 2025. Marilyn was born on May 23, 1936, […]