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NEW YEAR’S HIKE: The Portage/Waupaca Counties IATA Chapter would like to invite you to bring in the New Year with a hike along one of the prettiest IAT segments in our area on Thursday, Jan. 1, at the Iola Winter Sports Club from noon to 2:30 p.m. There will be hot chocolate and cookies afterwards. Snowshoes are dependent on snow conditions. Dress for the weather. Bring water, a snack, and appropriate footwear. For further information, contact Debbie at wdkrogwold@wi-net.com or 715-677-4974.

SAVE THE DATE: Iola-Scandinavia High School Musical Theatre Department will present Suessical Feb. 13, 14, and 15. Tickets are $15. Reserve your tickets by emailing ishsmusicals@gmail.com.

CYBER THEFT: The Central Wisconsin Electric Cooperative was recently advised of the potential of cyber theft at one of our local banking institutions. “When we heard about the potential theft, we immediately engaged both our insurance carrier and legal counsel. The Cooperative is following the advice of our professionals, and we do not believe that we have any financial exposure at this time. Nonetheless, we wanted to provide everyone with an update to ensure both safety and transparency in everything we do. This only affects CWEC’s account, not any of our members’ accounts. If you have further questions, please get in touch with Board Chairman Al Zander, who can be reached at 715-630-8239.”

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JUDGE APPLICANTS: Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he is seeking applicants for the Waupaca County Circuit Court – Branch 3. The appointment will fill a vacancy created by the tragic passing of Judge Raymond S. Huber. The new judge will complete a term ending July 31, 2027. To apply, please email a completed application form and supporting materials to GOVJudicialAppointments@wisconsin.gov. Applications must be submitted by 5 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 5, 2026.