Around Town
SCAM ALERT: As the holiday season approaches, experts are urging consumers to stay vigilant about unexpected packages. While receiving gifts from retail stores or loved ones is common, authorities caution that a package from an unknown sender — especially one without a return address — could be a sign of a scam attempt. Residents are advised to exercise caution and verify the sender before opening any suspicious deliveries. Read the WSAW-TV story here.
VOLLEYBALL TOURNEY TIME: The Iola-Scandinavia High School varsity volleyball team will host Shiocton Thursday, Oct. 23, at 7 p.m. to kick off the tournament season. I-S is ranked third in the brackets. Three Lakes is 1, Wabeno/Laona 2, and Crivitz 3.
Job Opportunities
WAUPACA COUNTY POST: There is a part-time reporter position to report on news in Iola-Scandinavia, Manawa, and Weyauwega-Fremont. The person would report on decisions made at city council, village board, and school board meetings. Community news of new businesses or people profiles would also be covered by this person. Contact jcard@mmclocal.com.
Around the State
TEACHER ASSAULT PROBE: Wisconsin Senate Education Committee leaders are seeking answers from the Department of Public Instruction after a report revealed 200 teacher sex assault and grooming investigations were kept from the public. Rep. Amanda Nedweski plans bills to address grooming laws, communication standards, and license surrender loopholes. Lawmakers also questioned when DPI’s Underly learned of the cases and law enforcement’s involvement. Read The Center Square story here.
