Beck brothers lead Iola-Scandinavia at Warhawk Invitational

The Iola-Scandinavia cross-country teams turned in solid performances Thursday, Oct. 9, at the Warhawk Invitational hosted by Weyauwega-Fremont High School, highlighted by a pair of top-12 varsity finishes from the Beck brothers. In the varsity boys’ 5,000-meter race, Amherst captured the team title with 47 points, while Iola-Scandinavia placed fourth out of 11 teams with […]

Wednesday Iola-Scandinavia new briefs

Around Town RURAL ROAD REPAIR: Are there local roads in your community that need repairs? If they are used by farmers or the agricultural industry, then your local government could apply for the Agricultural Road Improvement Program (ARIP), according to State Rep. Brent Jacobson. “Last session, the 87th Assembly District received millions of dollars through […]

Liselotte Webb obituary

Liselotte Webb September 6, 19336 – October 7, 2025 Liselotte “LiLo” Webb, 89, of Scandinavia, went to her heavenly home on Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2025. She was born on Sept. 6, 1936, in Germany to Johannes and Eleanora (Walicht) Funke. Liselotte married Lawrence Webb in 1959 in Berlin Germany. He preceded her in death on […]

Helvetia Town Board reviewing land plans, budget preparations, and road work

The Helvetia Town Board will convene its regular monthly meeting at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 7, at the Helvetia Town Hall, E2544 County Road GG, Iola, Wisconsin. The public meeting will cover a range of municipal matters, including land-use planning, road maintenance updates, town hall projects, and preparations for the 2026 budget hearing. The […]

Wisconsin Legislature targets infrastructure, energy, and workforce in latest session

State Sen. Tomczyk highlights key budget investments and legislative priorities As autumn arrives in Central and Northern Wisconsin, State Sen. Cory Tomczyk (R-29th District) has outlined significant developments in the state budget and the legislative initiatives he is advancing this session. His update focuses on major investments aimed at enhancing local infrastructure, providing economic relief, […]

Monday Iola-Scandinavia news items

Around Town WATERCOLOR CLASS: Local artist Carolyn Rosenberger will offer a watercolor class on Monday, Oct. 13, at Lessons From the Art. The painting will be of a colorful autumn landscape featuring barn buildings set against a wooded background. Cost is $25 and includes all supplies. SAVE THE DATE: Halloween Spooktacular will be held on […]

State lawmaker pushes judicial accountability and tougher laws in Madison

Rep. Brent Jacobson reports on recent legislative actions State Rep. Brent Jacobson of Madison has announced his support for Assembly Bill 380, which aims to prevent judges suspended for criminal misconduct from continuing to receive their salaries. The bill comes in the wake of the recent suspension of Milwaukee Circuit Court Judge Hannah Dugan, who […]

Iola sand mine court case update

By Greg Ambrosius On Wednesday, Oct. 1, we filed our response brief to Kewaunee County Judge Jeffrey Wisnicky, the final brief in this three-year battle over the Faulks Bros. sand mine permit for the Iola Car Show grounds. Our brief starts out this way: “The Waupaca County Board of Adjustment (the “Board”) granted the conditional […]

Kevin Mork obituary

Kevin Mork May 13, 1969 – October 1, 2025 Kevin “Swamp” S. Mork, 56, of Scandinavia, Wisconsin, passed away on Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025. He was born on May 13, 1969, in Iola, Wisconsin, to Pamela (Mork) Madson.Kevin was an avid pool shooter, playing on multiple leagues in the area. He was a talented artist. […]