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Around Town I-S SOFTBALL COACH INTERVIEWED: Hear softball Coach Tom Anderson talk about his 33 years in coaching in this WSAW’s Hilight Zone Podcast here. Job Opportunities RUSTIC GRILL AT GLACIER WOOD: Looking for an experienced evening/weekend bartender, who’s great when it’s super busy, and can multi-task very well in a fast-paced environment. Stop in […]
Michael Daly December 9, 1954 – April 6, 2024 Michael Daly of Iola, Wisconsin, 69, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, April 6, 2024, at his home. He was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on Dec. 9, 1954, to the late Norman and Luella Daly. Michael was a member of St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church. He enjoyed […]
By Greg Ambrosius Judge Vincent Biskupic, (Branch VI) circuit court judge in Outagamie County, has been assigned to hear our appeal on the Faulks Bros’ sand mine permit in the Township of Scandinavia. No date has been assigned as of now but should be coming in the next week. Judge Biskupic was assigned to the case […]
Around Town ACT SCORES: According to the Iola-Scandinavia School District, “This year’s junior class obtained the highest composite ACT average that we’ve had in the past five years. There were great gains made from last year’s Pre-ACT scores to this year’s ACT scores.” Facebook Clips
Alberta J. Wavruk June 29, 1938 – April 5, 2024 In loving memory of Alberta Wavruk, 85, of Iola, Wisconsin, formerly of Waupaca, Wisconsin, a beloved wife, mother, and dedicated nurse, who passed away peacefully on Friday, April 5, 2024, with her family at her side. She was born on June 29, 1938, in Ladysmith, […]
Marge Ostrowski January 22, 1933 – March 27, 2024 Marge Ostrowski, Iola, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, at the age of 91. She was born on Jan. 22, 1933, the daughter of David and Lucy (Rybicki) Omernik.Marge grew up in Rosholt, Wisconsin, and married Henry Ostrowski on June 10, 1950, at […]
Below are the vote tallies from the April 2 elections.
Around Town ICE AGE TRAIL: The Ice Age Trail Alliance purchased 28 acres of land in the Town of Scandinavia recently. This land eventually will host more than a quarter mile of trail in the county. Between Skunk and Foster Lakes State Natural Area, the acquired land eliminates a current Ice Age Trail road walk. […]
William Marshall Myers Sr. September 14, 1940 – March 30, 2024 William Marshall Myers Sr., age 83, of Iola, Wisocnsin, passed away after a courageous battle with Parkinson’s, on Saturday, March 30, 2024, at Theda Care in Appleton, Wisconsin. He was born on Sept. 14, 1940, in the Town of Wyoming, Waupaca County, the son […]
Job Opportunities IOLA FITNESS AND AQUATIC CENTER: Aquatic and fitness center staff are being hired, specifically lifeguards and swim instructors. Call 715-445-2142 ext. 1501 or email Tim Welch at welcht@iola.k12.wi.us. Around the County KOEPPEN DIES: Waupaca County Board Chairman Dick Koeppen died on March 27 at the age of 83. He had just announced his […]
