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Mary Lou Marshall of Scandinavia wins grand prize By Iola-Scandinavia Chamber Here are the drawing winners from the 2024 Tastes & Tunes of Iola-Scandinavia! Grand Prize: a basket of gift certificates and other goodies from our 18 venues: Mary Lou Marshall of Scandinavia. Central Waters Brewing Company goody bags: Sally Prideaux of Amherst and Julie […]
By Iola-Scandinavia Chamber On Monday the Chamber conducted its annual New Teacher Tour of the Iola-Scandinavia area. A small group on this year’s tour — only two new teachers, which shows stability for the school district. The 1 1/2-hour tour through Scandinavia, Iola, and up to the Iola Winter Sports Club, ended appropriately at the […]
The Iola Historical Society will delve into the fascinating history of one of its local industrial pioneers during its upcoming community meeting on Monday, Aug. 26. The program, titled “Iola’s Grayhill: An Industrial Operation on the Cutting Edge,” will be presented by Bengt Hellgren and Jack Vater at 7 p.m. at the Machine Shed, at […]
Around Town WINE CLUB: LittleWolf Gallery in Iola has created a wine club, where each member receives three bottles of French wine monthly. Each month is a new region. For more info go here. KRISTIAN WELCH: A wonderful write-up about our Kristian Welch and his game performance against Denver as a linebacker – including an […]
Around Town BRAT FRY: The American Legion & Auxiliary will hold a brat Fry at Iola Sentry on Saturday, Aug. 17, from 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. TASTE SHOWCASE: During the Aug. 28 Elementary School Open House there will be a Taste Showcase from 5-6:30 p.m. JACOBSON WINNER: Brent Jacobson defeated Cory Sillars in the Republican primary […]
Around Town SAVE THE DATE: Cones with Cops, Shiver’s, Aug. 28, 4-6 p.m., meet police, fire, EMS, and Village of Iola Public Works personnel. They will bring equipment again this year for kids and people to see. Job Opportunities CRYSTAL CAFE: Looking for part-time wait staff. Apply by calling 715-4456-9227 or going to the website […]
Scandinavia’s baseball team delivered a commanding performance in the Round 1 playoff game of the Badger Amateur Baseball Association Central Division, defeating Winneconne 15-0 on Aug. 11. The lopsided victory showcased Scandinavia’s potent offense and stellar pitching, securing their place in the next round of the playoffs. On Aug. 18 at home, the Vikings will […]
The Scandinavia Corn Roast, held from Aug. 2-4, was a resounding success, according to announcements made by the event organizers. Sponsored by the Scandinavia Booster Club, the annual event drew crowds for its parade and chainsaw carving competition. The Corn Roast Parade was a highlight, featuring around 40 creative floats adorned with witches, scarecrows, and […]
In a crucial matchup that marked the end of the regular season, the Scandinavia Vikings team secured their spot in the playoffs with a commanding 8-1 victory over Weymont in the Badger Amateur Baseball Association Central Division. The game, held on August 4th, showcased a stellar performance from both Scandy’s offense and pitching staff, setting […]
Around Town FOOTBALL TALENT: UW-Madison football staff have booked Iola-Scandinavia’s Korz Loken to visit for their game versus South Dakota as a prospect. The tight end currently holds offers from Central Michigan and Iowa State, but has been in contact with Kansas State, Minnesota, and Iowa among others. Read the story here. Job Opportunities CRYSTAL CAFE: Looking for part-time wait staff. Apply by […]
