Monday Iola-Scandinavia news tidbits

Around Town CRITTER HUNT: Join the 16-hour hunt sponsored by Happy Daaze Bar and Grill, Scandinavia. Cost is $40 for 2-person teams, 100% payout for top 3, point system for critters, plus 50/50 raffles benefiting the Vikings Snowmobile Club. Free food after for all participants! Around the State GAS TAX STICKER PRICES: Rep. Scott Allen, […]

Friday Iola-Scandinavia news odds & ends

Around Town NEW BUSINESS IN SCANDINAVIA: WIT Booksellers is a new store coming into Scandinavia, owned/operated by Tom Michael. It will be open during Hop Into Holidays. Tom will sell used books through his shop. After the shop hop, he’ll be open “serendipitous hours” or by appointment. THANKSGIVING MEAL: The annual Thanksgiving Feast will be […]

Iola Lions celebrate young artists in annual Peace Poster Contest

Local 6th Graders recognized for creative vision The Iola Lions Club, in partnership with Lions International and the Iola-Scandinavia School District, hosted its annual Peace Poster Contest this week, inviting 6th-grade students to showcase their artistic talents and visions for peace. During a special classroom presentation, Lion Chris Nelson revealed the contest results to excited […]

Wednesday Iola-Scandinavia news tidbits

Around Town NEWSPAPER REVIEW ON IOLA EXPERIENCE: Beth Callahan, editor of The Warren County Post, recently visited her sister on North Lake and wrote about her experience in the “Northwoods.” She didn’t exactly have a quiet time with relatives. “The highlight of my visit was the “Taste of Norway,”  a civic event in downtown Iola […]

Quilts of Valor presented by Norske Needlers

The recipients are (left to right) Richard Carper of Iola; Michael Richberg of Iola, Teckla Whittaker of Scandinavia, and Travis Weschl of Ogdensburg. Submitted Photo   By Barb Kobs Quilts of Valor were presented to recipients on Monday, Nov. 3, by the Norske Needlers quilt group of Iola, Wisconsin. This project of making quilts and […]

Crystal Café offers Community Plate program for those in need

By Judy Bolier When times get tough, this little town has always taken care of its own. With the government shutdown affecting so many, I wanted to offer a small way to help. So, starting Wednesday, Nov. 5th, and until the shutdown ends, the Crystal Café will be offering a free dine-in meal through something […]

Tuesday Iola-Scandinavia news roundup

Around Town TRAIL RUN: An Under the Lights 5k Trail Run will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 12, at the Iola Winter Sport Club. Run, hike, or walk. Cost is $10 for a trail pass if you are not a member. Afterward, enjoy a fire and refreshments. COLLEGIATE ALL-CONFERENCE: Charlie Vater was named 1st Team […]

Iola Lions and Red Cross invite community to Nov. 12 blood drive

Donors will receive e-gift cards, homemade desserts, and a chance to win big Looking for an easy way to make a difference in your community? The Iola Lions, in partnership with the Red Cross, invite everyone to participate in their upcoming blood drive on Wednesday, Nov. 12, from noon to 5 p.m. in the Mishler […]

The Gift of Words: Rotary Dictionary Project

Celebrating literacy and learning in our communities Thursday, Oct. 10, was a special day for a group of excited Iola-Scandinavia third graders — they received a gift that will last for years: the gift of words! Thanks to our club’s participation in the Rotary Dictionary Project, each student was handed their very own dictionary to […]

Saturday Iola-Scandinavia news briefs

Around Town WATERCOLOR CLASS: Iola artist Carolyn Rosenberger will offer a watercolor class on Monday, Nov. 3, from 9:30 a.m. until noon at Lessons from the Art. Cost is $25, all materials are included. To register contact Rosenberger at carolynrosenberger@gmail.com SAVE THE DATE: A Mental Health Awareness Evening will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 19, […]