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A new local event, sponsored by the Iola-Scandinavia Chamber of Commerce, called the Mead Meander will take place in Scandinavia on Friday, May 17, starting at 4 p.m. For Norweians, May 17 is Syttede Mai, Constitution Day. That document was signed in 1814. The day is a national holiday in Norway and is celebrated with […]
Terrence “Terry” L. Oligney September 16, 1935 – April 12, 2024 Terrence “Terry” L. Oligney, 88, of Iola, Wisconsin, passed away on Friday, April 12, 2024. He was born on Sept. 16, 1935, in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, to the late Ellsworth “Bing” and Florence (Wrolstad) Oligney. Terry married Sandie Bonikowske on Aug. 19, 2005, in […]
Around Town SOCCER APPLICATIONS: The Iola-Scandinavia Recreation Association reminds parents that soccer applications are due no later than Friday, April 19. Late registrations are accepted but you won’t be guaranteed a short. Also, volunteers are needed. EDUCATIONAL SIGNAGE BEING INSTALLED AT JORGENS PARK PRESERVE – The frame for the signage of Jorgens Park Preserve prairie […]
Raymond C. Staral May 15, 1943 – April 11, 2024 Raymond C. Staral, 80, of Iola, Wisconsin, went to his heavenly home on April 11, 2024, with his family by his side. He was born on May 15, 1943, in Chicago, Illinois to the late Frank and Dorothy (Ducak) Staral. Raymond married Mary (Matthews) Staral […]
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 […]
