Thursday Iola-Scandinavia news items

Around Town VOLLEYBALL TOURNEY: Varsity volleyball received the 5 Seed in the upcoming WIAA Tournament. They will have a bye on Oct. 22 and then travel to Sevastopol on Oct. 24 for a 7 p.m. match. HEARING CLINIC: Free hearing screening clinic, Iola-Scandinavia Fitness and Aquatic Center, 8-11 a.m. No appointment is necessary. WELCH BACK […]

Historical Society to elect new leadership, approve 2025 budget at October meeting

In the upcoming Iola Historical Society (IHS) meeting, members will gather to wrap up the year’s business and set the stage for 2025. The meeting, scheduled for Monday, Oct. 28, will occur at the Machine Shed, located at 222 Depot Street in Iola, Wisconsin. The evening will begin with a board meeting at 5:30 p.m., […]

Monday Iola-Scandinavia news shorts

Around Town VOLLEYBALL TOURNEY: Varsity volleyball received the 5 Seed in the upcoming WIAA Tournament. They will have a bye on Oct. 22 and then travel to Sevastopol on Oct. 24 for a 7 p.m. match. Around the County BURNING PERMITS REQUIRED: The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced today the reinstatement of burning […]

Chet Krause’s accomplishments remembered with historical marker unveiling

About 20 people gathered at Chester L. Krause Legacy Park in Iola on Sunday, Oct. 13, at 2 p.m. to unveil a historical marker recognizing Krause’s lifetime achievements. As has become customary for Oct. 13 weather, a drizzle fell. Still, it didn’t dampen the purpose of those gathered under the new shelter at the park: […]

Carolyn A. Gunderson obituary

Carolyn A. Gunderson December 4, 1939 – October 11, 2024 Carolyn A. Gunderson, 84, of Iola, Wisconsin, passed away Friday, Oct. 11, 2024, at Bethany Home in Waupaca, Wisconsin. She was born on Dec. 4, 1939, in Iola to Arling and Gladys (Helgeson) Sorenson. Carolyn graduated from Iola High School in 1957. After graduating, Carolyn […]

Friday Iola-Scandinavia news items

Around Town RAFFLE WINNERS: Iola Fire and Ambulance raffle winners are: Jen Cain, Savage 6.5 Creedmoor Rifle; Brad Darvin, Great Wolf Lodge Gift Card $500; Celeste Holt, $500 Jim Markhardt, Flip Over Ice Shelter, Jackie Hoffman, Big Screen TV, Trae Ness, Pellet Grill; John Pelowski, TableTop Fire Pit; and, Tyler Colligan, Blackstone Griddle. Congratulations! AUTUMN […]

Wednesday Iola-Scandinavia news shorts

Around Town SCRAP METAL DRIVE: The Scandinavia Booster Club’s Scrap Metal Drive is Saturday, Oct. 12, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Job Opportunities CRYSTAL CAFE: Looking for part-time wait staff. Apply by calling 715-4456-9227 or going to the website. BASKETBALL COACH: A Junior varsity boys’ basketball coaching position has opened up. Persons interested contact juedsd@iola.k12.wi.us. ASSISTANT […]