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Around Town SCHOOL DISTRICT REFERENDUM: There are three informational meetings scheduled about the forthcoming Iola-Scandinavia School District referendum. They are Feb. 19 at the Iola Lions Club meeting, and Feb. 29 and March 18 at the high school. Also being investigated are Coffee with Chris sessions at local businesses. COACH RESIGNATION: Emily Draska has given […]
Iola-Scandinavia High School softball coach Tom Anderson was inducted into the Wisconsin Fastpitch Softball Coaches Association (WFSCA) Hall of Fame on Saturday evening, February 10th in Wisconsin Dells. He was presented by long-time assistant coach Stacy Bestul, daughter Brooke Manley, and son Brett Anderson. Anderson is entering his 33rd year as head softball coach at […]
By Lupe Munoz Carper Not your ordinary chili luncheon! We have four varieties of chili including White Chicken Chili. You can try them all! Included accompaniments for the chili are crackers, cheese, Fritos, and sour cream. Also included are water and coffee for drinks, and various choices of homemade bars for dessert. Take-outs are offered […]
Around Town YOUTH TRAP LEAGUE: There will be an informational meeting for Iola-Scandinavia Middle and High School students who want to participate in the Wisconsin State High School Clay Target League. The meeting will start at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 25, at the Iola Conservation Club. OLD PRESCRIPTION PILL BOTTOLES NEEDED: The Iola United […]
Allan (Al) Keith Swenson November 25, 1952 – February 4, 2024 Allan (Al) Keith Swenson was born Nov. 25, 1952, in Iola, Wisconsin, to the late Lucille (Larson) and Merlin Swenson. He passed away suddenly on Feb. 4, 2024, at his home. When growing up, special times were had at the family cottage on the […]
Around Town ICE CARVING WINNERS: The top spots for ice carving at the Iola Winer Carnival include Viking Photo Op by Sara Griena Skadsen 1st, Winter Cabin Landscape by Bryce Meade 2nd, and Bobcat Laura by Chris and Kevin Burkley. Congratulations! BEST CHILI IN IOLA: The winner of the Chili Cookoff Contest at the Iola […]
Join the Scandinavia Public Library’s book discussion group on Tuesday, Feb. 27, to discuss the classic novel “Wuthering Heights” by Emily Brontë. Fika (beverages and treats) begins at 3:40 p.m., with our discussion following at 4 p.m. Copies of the book are available to check out at the library, or you can place a hold […]
Alice (Lindner) Nielsen November 6, 1943 – January 28, 2024 On Sunday, Jan. 28, 2024, Alice (Lindner) Nielsen of Iola, Wisconsin, went to be at home with Jesus, at the age of 80. She passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family after an 11-month battle with pancreatic cancer. Alice was born Nov. 6, […]
Charles F. Zimmerman November 14, 11938 – January 21, 2024 Charles F. Zimmerman, age 85 of Iola, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on Sunday, Jan. 21, 2024, with his family by his side. Charles was born on Nov. 14, 1938, the son of the late Charles H. and Mildred (Oconner) Zimmerman in South Bend, Indiana. After […]
