The Iola-Scandinavia Chamber has announced the winners of its annual fireworks raffle, held in conjunction with the community’s Independence Day celebration. The raffle, aimed at raising funds for the grand fireworks display, drew considerable attention from residents and visitors alike.
The winners of the raffle were chosen through a random drawing, and the results were announced earlier this week. Brenda Mazemke of Iola emerged as the lucky recipient of the first prize, walking away with a handsome sum of $1,000. Kim Del Castillo from Plover secured the second prize, winning $500, while Kristine Forseth from Scandinavia was awarded the third prize of $250. Missy Fenn of Iola rounded off the list of winners, taking home the fourth prize of $100.
In addition to the cash prizes, several lucky individuals received Chamber Bucks, which can be redeemed at participating local businesses. Brenda Hewitt of Waupaca, Dan and Kris Gensky from Sheboygan, Clinton Schmidt of Iola, and Rick Ertl, also from Iola, were the winners of the Chamber Bucks.
The Iola-Scandinavia Chamber expressed its gratitude to all who purchased raffle tickets, as their contributions played a vital role in financing the impressive fireworks display that lit up the sky during the Independence Day celebration. The Chamber acknowledged the community’s support and generosity, highlighting that their involvement and participation made the event a resounding success.
Furthermore, the Iola-Scandinavia Chamber extended its appreciation to the sponsors who made the event possible. Numerous local businesses and organizations lent their support through generous sponsorship donations. The sponsors included Bank First, Bike Iola!, Blooming Envy, Central Wisconsin Electric Cooperative (CWEC), Community Insurance, Delta Defense, Mark Doll, Norman Ehrenberg, Farmers State Bank, Grayhill, Iola Conservation Club, Iola Lions, Iola Old Car Show, Iola Sentry Foods, JP Media, Kobussen Buses, Premier Community Bank, Rick Ertl – King of Sound (sound system during ball game/fireworks), ScandiHus, Silver Lake Lanes, Village of Iola, and Waupaca Foundry.
The Iola-Scandinavia Chamber commended these sponsors for their commitment to the local community and for their role in making the Independence Day celebration a memorable event for all attendees.