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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., […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
A large barn fire broke out on the evening of Oct. 5 in the Town of Scandinavia, prompting a multi-alarm response from numerous regional fire departments. The fire was reported at about 7:30 p.m., with the barn fully engulfed in flames. Officials withheld the exact address but confirmed that the structure was filled with hay, […]
Around Town LIVE FOOTBALL: Week 7 of the high school football season is LIVE on Friday night. Watch all the action for FREE on zaleskisports.com Business hour changes EXTENDED HOURS: LittleWolf Gallery will have extended hours of 8 a.m.-2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 5, and 8:30 a.m.-11 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 6. Extended hours are […]
