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The Iola Historical Society will convene for its February meeting on Monday, Feb. 24, at the Machine Shed, 222 Depot Street, Iola. The event will begin with a board meeting at 5:30 p.m., followed by the membership meeting at 6:30 p.m., where members will discuss upcoming events and initiatives. The highlight of the evening will […]
Judith Elizabeth (McGlynn) Edler April 22, 1936 – February 10, 2025 Judith Elizabeth (McGlynn) Edler, 88, from Iola, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on Monday, Feb. 10, 2025. Judy was born April 22, 1936, in Manitowoc, Wisconsin, to the late Josephine Kestly McGlynn and Charles Grant McGlynn. She had a wonderful childhood, attending Lincoln High School […]
By Iola Winter Carnival The 63rd Iola Winter Carnival was nothing short of spectacular! With a variety of exciting events and an incredible turnout, the community came together to celebrate winter in the best way possible. From stunning ice sculptures to delicious food, and exciting activities for all ages, this year’s carnival was a huge […]
Around Town NEW PASTOR: Our Savior’s Lutheran Church has announced that Pastor Gail Kenny will lead its congregation as its resident pastor. Welcome to the Iola-Scandinavia community! SNOWMOBILERS: The Iola Norseman Snowmobile Club has indicated that Schmidt’s Corners is a park-and-ride location. Maps are available there. SIM SWAP SCAM: The Dane County Sheriff’s Office is […]
Around Town RETIREMENT: Michelle Bonikowske has announced her retirement as a payroll assistant for the Iola-Scandinavia School District. She will leave employment on June 30. She looks forward to spending more time with her family and new grandson. SUMMER SCHOOL: There will be two sessions of Summer School for grades 4K-11: June 11-July 2 and […]
The Iola-Scandinavia Fitness and Athletic Center has been bustling with activity, with swimming lessons nearly at full capacity and community programs seeing increased participation. Swimming lessons, set to begin on Feb. 24, quickly filled up across almost all levels, showing high demand for the program. Additionally, a special session for home-schooled students is scheduled to […]
The annual Chili Luncheon Fundraiser Friends by the Scandinavia History (FOSH) will be held on Sunday, Feb. 23, 2025, from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at Silver Lake Lanes in Scandinavia. Donations of $9 for adults and $5 for children (12 and under) are requested. If you are unable to stay to eat, “to-go” containers provide an […]
Around Town OFF THE AIR: Iola’s Dan Halverson is “pulling the plug” on his internet radio station Paradise Tunes at the end of February. “Thank you all for the many years of enjoyment I’ve had in providing deep album cuts to your listening ears,” Dan said. “I wish to thank all the loyal listeners throughout […]
Around Town MUZZLELOADER FUN SHOOT: There will be a Muzzleloader Blanket Fun Shoot on Sunday, March 16, starting at noon, at the Iola Conservation Club, N7721 County Road J, Iola. Entry fee is $5. Blanket prize of $15 value pertaining to the muzzleloader era. Traditional sidelock or flintlocks only, open sights and no scopes. BADGER […]
On Feb. 4, Cathy Jackson started an interesting conversation on Facebook’s “Iola-Scandinavia Happening Now” about the old Iola High School. She asked, “Does anyone have any pictures of the old Iola High School before it was torn down? How big was it? I moved to Iola well after the current high school was built.” Residents […]
