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The Iola Historical Society held its board meeting on June 26, at 5:31 p.m., with Cliff presiding. George was absent. The meeting commenced with the review of April and May meeting minutes. Sarah motioned to accept the Secretary’s report, seconded by Bonny, and the motion passed without discussion. During the meeting, Tom Fucik, retired treasurer, […]
The annual Scandinavia Corn Roast is back with a sizzling lineup of events and festivities from Aug. 4-6, and this year’s theme is “Let’s Flamingle.” With a plethora of activities for people of all ages, the Corn Roast promises to be a fun-filled weekend for the whole community. Visitors are encouraged to bring their family, […]
As we head into the week of July 30th in Iola-Scandinavia, there are plenty of exciting events and activities lined up for residents and visitors alike. Here’s a rundown of the events happening in the area: July 30 Mill 2 Mill Bicycle Ride, Iola Mills: Kickstart the week with a scenic bicycle ride from Mill […]
Vibrant greenspace, public seating, event space and accessible restrooms PRESS RELEASE The Village of Iola is receiving a $50,000 Vibrant Spaces grant from the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) to fund the construction of Chester Krause Legacy Park in downtown Iola. The Vibrant Spaces grant program is designed to help cities and towns revitalize underused […]
Around Town SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS: Jaelyn Sivertson is the recipient of a $425 Operation Round Up scholarship from Central Wisconsin Electric Cooperative. She will be attending UW–La Crosse to major in Physical Therapy. Congratulations! VATER CONTINUES TO ROLL: Robert Vater of Iola continues to perform well in the Teen Masters Championships in Allen Park, Michigan. He […]
By Greg Ambrosius (This is the speech that I gave at the Waupaca County Planning and Zoning Committee meeting [on July 12]. I was unable to finish it because the county limited the public speeches to three minutes and I was cut off before getting to the last two paragraphs. Read it all here now.) […]
Around Town SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS: Brandon Phillips and Jayden Singh from Iola-Scandinavia High School are recipients of a $425 Operation Roundup scholarship from Central Wisconsin Electric Cooperative. Congratulations! CORN ROAST QUEEN: Lillian Fuhs has been named 2023 Fire Queen to preside over the Scandinavia Corn Roast, Aug. 4-6. She is the daughter of Bryan and Stephanie […]
By Iola Fire and Ambulance Have you ever seen someone driving behind you with a red or red/white flashing light? What does that red or red/white light mean? In Wisconsin flashing red or red/white lights displayed (with no blue flashing lights) on a vehicle indicates a volunteer firefighter, EMS or First Responder is responding to […]
Shirley J. Dillenbeck November 28, 1949 – July 19, 2023 It is with great sadness that the family of Shirley J Dillenbeck (Blaney) announce her sudden passing on Wednesday, July 19, 2023, at the age of 73. She was born on Nov. 28, 1949, in Villa Grove, Illinois, the daughter of the late Floyd Sr. […]
