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Around Town DEATH NOTICE: Janet Avis Hewitt passed away very unexpectedly on Jan. 3, 2026, at her home in Iola, Wisconsin. Janet was born on Dec. 16, 1944, in Racine, Wisconsin, to the late Arthur J. and Dorothy M. (Curtis) Hewitt. Janet graduated from Waupaca High School in 1963. A celebration of Janet’s life will be held […]
Around Town POSTPONED: The Iola-Scandinavia High School girls and boys basketball games have been postponed for tonight, Jan. 6, because of the weather. School was cancelled for the day. Around the County DA REPRIMANDED: Waupaca County District Attorney Kat Roberts Turner continues to be in the spotlight as controversy swells about a reprimand she received […]
Around Town PERSONNEL, POLICE & FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING: The Village of Iola’s Personnel, Police & Finance Committee will hold a meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 6, at 9 a.m. in the Iola Village Hall Community Room. The committee will enter closed session to review patrolmen position applications submitted to Chief of Police Zierler, to discuss interview […]
Donors invited for appreciation event and chance to win Super Bowl LX Getaway The Iola Lions Club, in partnership with the American Red Cross, will hold a community blood drive on Wednesday, Jan. 21, at the Iola-Scandinavia Fitness and Aquatic Center. The event will run from noon to 5 p.m. All eligible donors are encouraged […]
Around Town WATERCOLOR PAINTING CLASS: Carolyn Rosenberger will resume her watercolor painting class in Iola on Jan. 6 at Lessons from the Art. It will start at noon rather than 9 a.m. The class will create a rural winter landscape with the sun rising behind a barn. Around the County CODE RED CHANGEOVER: The Waupaca […]
Morris Leroy Gilbertson July 24, 1927 — December 26, 2025 Morris Leroy Gilbertson, 98, of King, Wisconsin, formerly of Northland, Town of Harrison, Waupaca County, passed away on Friday, Dec. 26, 2025. He had been a resident of the Wisconsin Veterans Home for the last 13 months. Leroy was born on July 24, 1927, […]
Around Town HATCH LAKE RAFFLE: Hatch Lake raffle tickets are available at JR’s Sport Shop in Iola. They are $2 each or three for $5. The raffle finances fish stocking and lake restoration. First prize is $500, second $100, third $50 and fourth and fifth $25 each. The drawing will be on Saturday, Feb.21, at […]
By Scandinavia Public Library The Scandinavia Public Library’s Book Group will meet on Tuesday, Jan. 27, to discuss the Pulitzer Prize and National Book Award-winning novel “James” by Percival Everett. Fika (beverages and treats) begins at 3:40 p.m., with the discussion following at 4 p.m. Copies of “James” are available to pick up at the […]
Around Town IOLA WINTER CARNIVAL UPDATE: The Iola Winter Carnival is back, bringing our community together for a weekend rich in tradition and memorable moments. This year’s event promises a joyful atmosphere with family-oriented activities, a variety of local vendors, delicious food, and plenty of winter cheer for everyone to enjoy. Don’t miss your chance […]
Doris Hansen September 14, 1930 — December 23, 2025 With heavy hearts, we share that Doris Hansen (nee. Hanson) passed away peacefully on Dec. 23, 2025. We were fortunate to celebrate her 95th birthday with her in September. That day, like every day, she filled the room with her infectious smile and sparkle in […]
