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Volunteers for the Ice Age Trail Portage-Waupaca Counties segments made major improvements to the trails on the grounds of the Iola Winter Sports Club on County MM outside of Iola. One such improvement was an impressive stone stairway. “The beautiful stonework on the new stairs by the parking lot was donated in honor of Robert […]
Udated Aug. 22, 9:51 a.m. A single-engine aircraft crashed at Central County Airport on Saturday, August 19, around 12:57 p.m., according to the Waupaca County Sheriff’s Department. The plane overturned while landing and it proved fatal to the pilot. Bruce Flannery, a 78-year-old pilot from Gladstone, Mich., piloted the plane. Responding in addition to the […]
Around Town SAVE THE DATE: Snapping Turtle Adventure Triathlon, Iola Winter Sports Club, noon start with 2 mile trail run, 7 mile gravel/hybrid ride to Iola Mills, 2 mile paddle, $30 per individual, $90 for 3-person relay teams. Register by Sept. 8 at noon here. BASEBALL PLAYOFF GAME: The Scandinavia Vikings host the New London […]
The Iola community came together in full force on Saturday, Aug. 12, for the annual “Stuff the Bus” event, aimed at providing much-needed school supplies for students in the Iola-Scandinavia School District. The event, organized by the Iola Lions Club, not only collected an impressive array of essential school items but also raised a substantial […]
BABA South Central Division Clash Playoffs Round 1 The BABA South Central Division playoffs kicked off in style on Sunday, Aug. 13, at Ellison Park in Scandinavia as the Scandinavia Vikings faced off against the Green Lake Thunder in a highly anticipated showdown. In a display of prowess on the diamond, Scandy emerged victorious with […]
Around Town BEADED WIRE TREES: Created beaded wire trees at the Scandinavia Public Library on Saturday, Aug. 19, from 9:30 a.m.-noon. Choose one of two different tree styles, then learn the beading and wire twisting skills to make it. The library will provide a variety of wire, beads, and anchoring stones. Add in your own […]
Iola-Scandinavia will witness a variety of events as sports activities kick off this week, promising a blend of community engagement, athleticism, and creative expression. August 14 The week begins with a burst of sports energy as the Iola-Scandinavia High School Volleyball team sets off their season with a spirited game at 9 a.m. A little […]
Around Town WILIAMS AUTHORS POETRY BOOK: Iola’s Patricia Williams has published a new book of poems entitled “Rejection to Acceptance: 57 Poems That Finally Made It.” It is available via Amazon. She also has a new website you can view here. Job Opportunities SCANDIHUS: Weekday and Saturday help needed, bring in resume and availability or […]
Around Town DOG PARK RAFFFLE: Iola Dog Park volunteers are selling a calendar raffle to garner additional funds to finish the park. You can get tickets at the Iola Village Hall and area businesses. Job Opportunities IOLA-SCANDINAVIA SCHOOL DISTRICT: Iola-Scandinavia School District has openings in the following positions: Elementary Education Assistant go here, and Middle […]
