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SAVE THE DATE: Iola Young Eagles Rally will be held for children ages 8-17 at the Central County Airport just off Highway 161 east of the Village of Iola at Sandbur Corners. Children can have free airplane rides with a parent or legal guardian’s approval and signature. For further information, contact Mathieu Labs at 620-222-0682. EAA Chapter 1710 is sponsoring the event.

Around the County

Here are the top overnight news stories from Waupaca County and surrounding areas:

WAUPACA OFFICIALS move to update city floodplain zoning ordinance. City leaders are overhauling floodplain rules following recent severe flooding. The changes could lower flood insurance premiums for residents while imposing stricter building standards in flood-prone areas. Public input is expected as the process advances. (Source: Waupaca County Post)

NEW LONDON SALON hosts walk-in haircuts to raise funds for local flood relief. A New London business organized a fundraiser on Sunday with volunteer stylists donating time. Proceeds support ongoing recovery efforts in Waupaca County communities still dealing with damage from last month’s flooding. (Source: WBAY)

MANAWA COMMUNITY RALLIES for cleanup at flood-damaged Lindsay Park. Volunteers worked to remove debris and repair facilities at the park after recent severe weather and flooding. The effort has sped up the recovery of the popular community space. (Source: Waupaca County Post)

CLINTONVILLE SCHOOL BOARD approves wage increases for district employees. The board approved at least a 2.75% raise for the 2026-27 school year, with some staff eligible for higher amounts. The increase follows approval of an operational referendum. (Source: Waupaca County Post)

NEW LONDON SCHOOL BOARD approves fixes for high school water leaks. The board authorized up to $35,100 for repairs at New London High School. Work will address leaks identified in the facility. (Source: Waupaca County Post)

Around the State

Here are the top overnight news stories from across Wisconsin:

A WEST ALLIS HOMEOWNER says someone set fire to her house while she slept. Surveillance video captured a person dousing the side of a home near 60th and Lincoln with a flammable substance and igniting it shortly after midnight Sunday. The homeowner was inside asleep; neighbors alerted authorities, and firefighters quickly extinguished the blaze with no injuries. Police are investigating the suspected arson. (Source: FOX6)

SUN PRAIRIE MAN, 71, dies in head-on motorcycle collision. The crash occurred about 2:35 p.m. Saturday on County Highway J near County Highway CS in the Town of Dekorra when an SUV crossed the center line on a curve. The motorcyclist was pronounced dead at the scene; the 19-year-old SUV driver was uninjured. The roadway was closed for hours. (Source: WKOW)

TWO PEOPLE SHOT in separate Milwaukee incidents within an hour Saturday night. A 54-year-old was wounded around 9:10 p.m. near 53rd and Clarke streets. A 17-year-old was shot about 50 minutes later near 18th and Highland Avenue by Marquette University. Both victims are expected to survive; no arrests have been made, and the shootings are not believed to be related. (Source: WISN 12)

BARABOO WOMAN ARRESTED for ninth OWI offense. Evelynn Brown, 42, was stopped Thursday afternoon in the Town of Delton after a deputy observed speeding and driving left of center on Fern Ishnala Road. Field sobriety tests indicated impairment; she faces additional charges, including open intoxicants and probation violation. (Source: Channel 3000 / WISC-TV)

LARGE FIRE DESTROYS multiple structures at Eau Claire County farm. Crews responded shortly after 2:30 p.m. Sunday in the Town of Otter Creek, east of Foster, to a blaze involving two large sheds storing equipment and hay. No injuries reported; the cause remains under investigation. (Source: WEAU 13)

TWO INJURED IN HEAD-ON CRASH in Trempealeau County. The collision happened shortly before 10 p.m. Friday on State Road 121 near County Road QQQ in Whitehall. A Ford Fusion crossed into oncoming traffic and struck a Chrysler Pacifica. One driver suffered severe injuries and was airlifted; the other had non-life-threatening injuries. Intoxication suspected. (Source: WEAU 13)

FIRE AT KAUKAUNA PAPER MILL draws a large response, no injuries. Crews from multiple departments fought a fire Saturday afternoon at Ahlstrom’s Thilmany paper mill. Smoke and flames were visible; the blaze was brought under control with no reported injuries. The cause remains under investigation. (Source: WBAY)

MULTI-VEHICLE CRASH reported on I-94 near Cottage Grove. The incident on Sunday evening stalled traffic in the Madison area. Emergency responders, including Wisconsin State Patrol and fire agencies, were on scene. (Source: Channel 3000)

PROPERTY VALUES IN MADISON hit a new milestone, with the average single-family home being assessed at over $500,000. (Source: WPR)