Ninety-Two Years, One Perfect Day

By Dan Halverson At Jorgens Park Preserve, so calm and fair Green meadows dance beneath the open air Tall pine trees stand in quiet, gentle grace Guarding this peaceful and picturesque place. The lake below reflects the sky so blue A timeless scene with every cherished view Here, family and friends gathered with laughter and […]

Tuesday Iola-Scandinavia news briefs

Around Town PIE IN THE PARK CANCELLED: Sheveland-Taylor American Legion Post 14 has announced that Pie in the Park won’t be held this year. The event was canceled by the Crystal Café, the event sponsor. The business is planning a 60th anniversary celebration instead. “While we are disappointed that this long-standing tradition will not continue […]

Berrens and Clendenning selected to play in Senior All-Star Softball Series

By Tom Anderson, Head Coach Iola-Scandinavia senior softball players Brooklyn Berrens and Rayanne Clendenning were selected by the Wisconsin Fastpitch Softball Coaches Association (WFSCA) to play in the Wisconsin Senior All-Star Softball Series. This event will showcase the most talented senior softball players in Wisconsin. The games will be on Tuesday, June 16, at Woodside […]

Rachelle M. Kunzman obituary

Rachelle “Shelly” M. Kunzman September 6, 1955 – June 6, 2026 Rachelle “Shelly” M. Kunzman, age 70, of Iola, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 6, 2026. Born on September 6, 1955, in Iola to Malcolm and Gladys (Olson) Lien, Shelly was a beloved daughter, dedicated mother, grandmother, cherished sister, and member of her community. Shelly lived […]