Clothing Styles of Bygone Days program at Feb. 26 IHS meeting

The Iola Historical Society is set to convene a meeting at the Machine Shed on Depot Street on Monday, Feb. 26. The meeting will kick off at 5:30 p.m. with a board meeting, followed by the membership meeting at 6:30 p.m. Under the business segment, the club will focus on initiatives such as a Salute […]

Minor bridge repairs needed in Village of Scandinavia

The Village of Scandinavia Board met on Jan. 9 at 5 p.m. in the Scandinavia Municipal Center and heard about some necessary bridge repairs and the location of a one-way traffic sign. Present for the meeting were President David Mork; Trustees Kelton Wilhite, Mike Hayes, Becky Morgan, Patrick Knautz, Treasurer Bob Fredy, Clerk Kati McDermith, […]

James Randall Crosslin obituary

James Randall Crosslin September 3, 1935 – February 12, 2024 James Randall Crosslin, 88, of Iola, Wisconsin, passed away on Monday, Feb. 12, 2024. He resided at the Willows in Iola. James was born on Sept. 3, 1935, in Royal Oak, Michigan, to the late George and Virginia (Oakland) Crosslin. He married Mary Enerson on […]

Legislature passes Gov. Evers’ map proposal

Republicans Ballweg and Jagler to face off According to an Associated Press story, “Wisconsin’s GOP-controlled Legislature on Tuesday passed legislative maps that were proposed by Democratic Gov. Tony Evers — a move designed to prevent the liberal-controlled state Supreme Court from implementing maps that might be even worse for Republicans. “Republicans conceded defeat, while Democrats said they were afraid […]

Village of Scandinavia trustee Morgan not seeking reelection

Board revamps noise ordinance Village of Scandinavia Trustee Becky Morgan filed notice on Feb. 13 that she will no longer be a candidate for the office in the April 2 election. She was nominated for reelection at the Jan. 9 caucus and reconvened caucus on Jan. 19. In other business, the village passed a revamped […]

Rib Fest slated for March 3

Fundraiser for I-SHS softball team By Tom Anderson, Iola-Scandinavia Softball Coach The Iola-Scandinavia Girls Softball Team will be hosting their very popular RIB FEST dinner on Sunday, March 3, at Silver Lake Lanes in Scandinavia.  Dinners will be served from 1-5 p.m.  We will offer both dine-in and carry-out dinners. This will be our 19th […]

Monday Iola-Scandinavia news items

Around Town SCHOOL DISTRICT REFERENDUM: There are three informational meetings scheduled about the forthcoming Iola-Scandinavia School District referendum. They are Feb. 19 at the Iola Lions Club meeting, and Feb. 29 and March 18 at the high school. Also being investigated are Coffee with Chris sessions at local businesses. COACH RESIGNATION: Emily Draska has given […]

Congratulations Tom Anderson!

Iola-Scandinavia High School softball coach Tom Anderson was inducted into the Wisconsin Fastpitch Softball Coaches Association (WFSCA) Hall of Fame on Saturday evening, February 10th in Wisconsin Dells. He was presented by long-time assistant coach Stacy Bestul, daughter Brooke Manley, and son Brett Anderson. Anderson is entering his 33rd year as head softball coach at […]

Scandinavia Village Board Feb. 13 meeting agenda

The Village of Scandinavia Board’s regular monthly meeting is Tuesday, Feb. 13, at 5 p.m. in the Scandinavia Municipal Center. Agenda Call to Order, Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call Approve February Agenda Approve January Minutes Public Comment Unfinished Business: (1) Sewer operator position, (2) DNR reports received and review work needed, (3) CUP Application for […]

Rep. Mike Gallagher calls it quits!

Feb. 12 update: The following article ran in Wisconsin Watch on Feb. 12. It indicates various Republicans interested in running for Rep. Mike Gallagher’s seat. Read it here. U.S. Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-Green Bay) announced he will not serve the next term in office. Hours after the announcement, Roger Roth announced his candidacy for the […]