Wednesday Iola-Scandinavia news items
Around Town NEW MENU AT SCANDIHUS: Most of the menu items have remained the same, however there are some tweaks here and there. Instead of offering Orange or Orange juice, as the previous menu suggested, we now offer Orange or Apple Juice. There is a “Little’s Menu” with three options and all come with a […]
Leland Kenneth Hermanson obituary
Leland Kenneth Hermanson February 27, 1945 – January 12, 2025 Leland Kenneth Hermanson, 79, formerly of Iola, Wisconsin, died on Sunday, Jan. 12, 2025. He resided at the Manawa Community Nursing Home in Manawa, Wisconsin, since 2020. Leland was born on Feb. 27, 1945, in Iola to the late Cyrus and Minnie (Larson) Hermanson. Leland […]
Iola Historical Society to showcase vintage Valentines at January program
The Iola Historical Society (IHS) is set to host its first meetings of the year on Monday, Jan. 27, at the Machine Shed, located at 222 Depot Street in Iola. The evening will feature a nostalgic program showcasing vintage Valentines from the IHS archives, presented by Barb Kobs and Patty Mork. Attendees will have an […]
Monday Iola-Scandinavia news tidbits
Around Town JANUARY BOOK GROUP CHOICE: Want to add some joy to your life? Read “The Book of Joy” by the Dalai Lama and Archbishop Desmond Tutu, then join the Scandinavia Public Library’s discussion when we next meet for Book Group on Tuesday, Jan. 28! Fika (beverages and treats) starts at 3:40 p.m. with the […]
George F. Cutler III obituary
George F. Cutler III August 28, 1964 – January 3, 2025 George F. Cutler III, 60, of Weyauwega, Wisconsin, formerly of Iola, passed away on Friday, Jan. 3, 2025. He was born on Aug. 28, 1964, in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, to George Jr. and Patricia (Johnson) Cutler. George enjoyed drinking beer with his stepfather Julian […]
Wednesday Iola-Scandinavia news items
Around Town ACREAGE ADDED TO SKUNK-FOSTER STATE NATURAL AREA: The Wisconsin Natural Resources Board (NRB) approved the purchase of 28 acres for the Ice Age Trail in Waupaca County at its Dec. 11 meeting for $175,000. The land was purchased by the Ice Age Trail Alliance (IATA) for $175,000 to ensure it would be available […]
Polasek, Goeser help coach NDSU to national football championship
The North Dakota State Bison football team won its 10th national FCS Division 1 title on Monday, Jan. 6, against Montana State 35-32. Both teams featured outstanding quarterbacks, each making critical plays throughout the game including a 64-yard scamper down the middle for a touchdown. As important as the quarterbacks were in the game, NDSU […]
Monday Iola-Scandinavia news items
Around Town NO MAIL DELIVERY: Because a National Day of Observance has been declared to honor the death of former President Jimmy Carter, the US Postal Service will suspend regular mail deliveries, retail services, and administrative office activity on Thursday, Jan. 9. LITTERING PROBLEM: Recently observed on Facebook: “I’d love to know who is tossing […]
Iola Lions blood drive Jan. 22
By Iola Lions The Iola Lions and American Red Cross will co-sponsor a Blood Drive at the Iola-Scandinavia Fitness & Aquatic Center on Wednesday, Jan. 22, from noon to 5 p.m. According to the Red Cross, the beginning of the new year is a time to reflect on what you accomplished in 2024 and what […]