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A heated social media debate among Iola-Scandinavia School District residents has highlighted deep divisions over local school spending, asset management, and an upcoming operational referendum. What began as a discussion about where the district stores its school buses has accelerated into a community-wide conversation about fiscal responsibility, the true cost of rural logistics, and the […]
The Scandinavia Town Board disapproved proposed county zoning amendments and reviewed an upcoming school district referendum during its monthly meeting Sept. 9 at the Scandinavia Municipal Center. Board members voted to sign a resolution disapproving the 2026 amendments to Chapter 34 of the Waupaca County Zoning Ordinance. Chair Bryan Fuhs led the five-member board through […]
The Scandinavia Town Board will meet on Wednesday, Oct. 14, at 5:30 p.m. to discuss salvage yard violations, a new ambulance agreement, and initial planning for the 2027 municipal budget. The monthly meeting will take place at the Scandinavia Municipal Center, where local officials will address ongoing code enforcement issues and upcoming fiscal responsibilities. Under […]
Marie Karen Skowen June 14, 1951 – October 11, 2026 Marie Karen Skowen (Olson), age 75, of Iola, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, Oct. 11, 2026, surrounded by the people she loved most. Marie leaves behind an army of family – some connected by blood and some simply connected by love. […]
