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Around Town IOLA UTILITY BILLS: There has been some commentary on Facebook concerning Village of Iola Utility payments not being received when they have been deposited at the box at Depot Street Station. Some residents complained that they had received an interest penalty on their next bill because they hadn’t paid the previous bill. According […]
Around Town VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Iola Norseman Challenge is this coming Sunday, Feb. 1. You can register in the chalet, on the day of, and there should be an online sign-up out soon. Don’t want to race but want to be a part of the action? This is a great opportunity to volunteer and help make […]
Around Town THIRSTY PERCH UPDATE: According to a recent Facebook posting, the Thirsty Perch indicated that the restaurant is not permanently closed. It closed during the holidays so its staff could spend time with family and friends. Also, Sherri has had some medical issues to deal with. The restaurant will reopen Friday, Feb. 13, from […]
Around Town DEE-O-GEE UPDATE: Josh and Jessica are in the final stages of selling our business and home to Alyson Breitzman. She also owns her own grooming business, Pampered Pooches, and has now brought those services to Dee-O-Gee Care. Reba’s Personal Touch Pet Salon has decided to move out of our barn’s rental space this […]
Dorothy (Dot) Remington October 29, 1928 – January 22, 2025 Dorothy (Dot) Remington, beloved grandmother, mother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Jan. 22, 2026, at the age of 97, surrounded by the love of her family and friends. She was born Oct. 29th, 1928, in Baltimore, Maryland, to Ida (Chmielewski) and Louis Golis. It […]
Around Town Job Opportunities THIRTY PERCH: This Iola business needs a part-time cook. Apply in person. Around the County NATURAL RESOURCE GRANTS: The Waupaca County Natural Resources Foundation awarded over $12,000 in grants to local organizations for outdoor recreation and natural resource projects. 2026 recipients include Sturgeon Trail, Little Wolf Trails, Friends of Waupaca Parks, […]
The Iola Historical Society is set to launch its 2026 activities with a comprehensive meeting and program scheduled for Monday, January 26, at the Machine Shed, located at 222 Depot Street in Iola. The evening will begin at 5:30 p.m. with a Board Meeting, followed by a Membership Meeting at 6:30 p.m. Society members […]
Around Town REVITALIZATION COMMITTEE TO MEET: The Village of Iola’s Revitalization & Park Committee will meet on Tuesday, Jan. 20, at 4:30 p.m. in the Iola Village Hall. The agenda includes these items: Compare and combine Village Outdoor Project lists for our Outdoor Recreation Plan, Fundraising Ideas, and other business. Revitalization Committee members are: Alan […]
A local club’s philanthropy touches many lives in 2025 The Iola Norsemen Snowmobile Club proves that its commitment to the community goes far beyond grooming trails. In 2025, the club’s impact was felt across the region as they disbursed an impressive $19,935 in donations to a wide array of local groups and individuals. The secret […]
Around Town WINTER DANCE SHOWCASE: Precision Dance Company of Iola will feature its Winter Showcase at the Jensen Community Center in Amherst on Saturday, Feb. 7, from 2-6 p.m. Tickets are $12 each and available at the door or at www.precisiondancecompany.net DONKEY BASKETBALL: The Iola-Scandinavia High School Softball team is sponsoring an entertaining evening of […]
