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Art contest opportunity for Wisconsin public school students

April 7, 2020 / Comments Off

New in 2020, the contest now has a theme: Adventure and Explore. Art submissions can include places students have traveled or dream of traveling to, an imaginary place, a person or creature that is adventurous or likes to explore, or students are able to provide their own creative interpretation of Adventure and Explore. Again, this year, monetary prizes from the WEA Member Benefits Foundation, Inc., will be awarded to 10 student winners, and one student artist will […]

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Tomorrow’s election back on!

April 6, 2020 / Comments Off

Wisconsin Supreme Court rules Evers cannot postpone election. See the story here.

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April 7 election delayed by Governor

April 6, 2020 / Comments Off

Invoking emergency management authorities laid out in state statute, Gov. Tony Evers today announced in a press release that he is suspending in-person voting for the April 7 spring election, moving in-person voting to June 9, 2020. The order also directs the Legislature to meet in special session on Tuesday to address the election date. […]

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Second COVID-19 case in county confirmed

March 31, 2020 / Comments Off

Waupaca County Public Health has confirmed its second positive COVID-19 case in Waupaca County, according to a March 31 press release. The WCPH will work with the individual and healthcare providers on follow-up care and identifying and contacting anyone who has been in close contact. Individuals who have been determined to have been in close […]

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First COVID-19 death in Waupaca County

March 28, 2020 / Comments Off

The first death from COVID-19 in Waupaca County has been announced by the Waupaca Count Department of Health and Human Services. “Waupaca County Public Health is confirming the first death associated with the novel coronavirus infection (COVID-19) in Waupaca CXounty, which is also the first confirmed case,” the press release indicated. “We are saddened by […]

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Temporary outdoor burning ban effective March 27

March 27, 2020 / Comments Off

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Waupaca county travel advisory for non-residents

March 27, 2020 / Comments Off

The following was issued by the Waupaca County Public Health Officer: Please STAY in your PERMANENT HOME and NOT travel to your seasonal or second home. If you recently came from an area outside of Waupaca County, you are encouraged to self-quarantine for 14 days. Please read the notice put out today, March 27, from […]

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First positive case of COVID-19 in Waupaca County

March 25, 2020 / Comments Off

The Waupaca County Public Health confirmed the first case of COVID-19 in Waupaca County today, March 25. This case has been under quarantine and public health officials are working to investigate contacts to this case. Social distancing and hand washing are crucial to slowing the spread of COVID-19. We urge you to support these efforts and […]

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Local quilters making face masks need elastic

March 23, 2020 / Comments Off

Local quilters are making face masks and need of 1/4 elastic. If you have some to donate or have friends who are willing to share, please contact Peggy Foote at footeap@gmail.com or call her at 715-281-1670.

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Dance classes on Live video

March 20, 2020 / Comments Off

Just For Kix Digital Dance Live dance classes are offered during this time of social distancing. This is for everyone and they are free with no membership fees, stresses Erin Bruno, Iola’s director. To participate go here.