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There are many activities throughout of communities to enjoy this time of year. Here’s an overview of what’s ahead this week. November 12 This day promises to be a day filled with music to enjoy. It’s “Vinyl Sunday” at Odin & Freja’s Place in Scandinavia, where residents can immerse themselves in the nostalgic tunes of […]
Mary Adele Adams September 30, 1914–November 8, 2023 Mary Adele Adams was called to her heavenly home on Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2023, at the age of 109. She was born on Sept. 30, 1914, in Chicago, Illinois, daughter of the late Cyril “Joe” and Caroline DeCoster. On Feb. 15, 1941, she was united in marriage […]
Joe Jones came to Iola to work at Krause Publications. Over the years there, he established a reputation as a great advertising salesman and a community leader. Later, Joe established his own publishing business based upon RV camping and Jones Publishing grew from there. Eventually, Joe sold his business to his daughter-in-law Diana, who continues […]
Around Town TOYS FOR TOTS: The annual Toys for Tots collection program for unopened and unwrapped gifts for children started Nov. 1. These gifts should be “age-appropriate toys”. One of the collection locations is the Iola Village Library. Business hour changes SCANDIHUS: Monday thru Friday 7 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Closed Sunday. Job […]
November 5 In the picturesque town of Iola-Scandinavia, the community gears up for a week packed with diverse events that promise to bring joy and engagement to residents. The week kicks off with the Silver Lake Lanes Holiday Shopping Spree, a vibrant event offering a unique shopping experience from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Residents […]
By Iola Lions In partnership with Lions International and the Iola-Scandinavia School District the Iola Lions held their annual Peace Poster Contest. Lion Mark Forseth announced the winners of the contest to the 6th grade class. They are: 1st Place Lillian Wiskirchen, 2nd Place Aubrey Weinreis and Sophia Jones, 3rd Place Nola Mae Vater and […]
Around Town IOLA SAND MINE UPDATE: Here’s the latest info on the status of the Iola Sand Mine. Go to this link. The meeting of the Waupaca County Planning and Zoning Committee postponed a decision until more information on the conditional use standard being met by Faulks Bros. as to time frames of operation of […]
