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In a meeting held on Monday, Jan. 29, at the Machine Shed at 222 Depot Street in Iola, the Iola Historical Society will outline its ambitious plans for the year. The society has its board meeting at 5:30 p.m., followed by a membership meeting at 6:30 p.m. One of the key highlights of the meeting […]
January 22 Kickstart your day with the Strong Bones class at the I-S Fitness & Aquatic Center at 8 a.m., offering sessions at $38. Following the rejuvenating workout, engage in Water Therapy at 9 a.m., designed to promote overall well-being. In the evening, experience a unique fitness blend with bARRe at the I-S Fitness & […]
Around Town NORSEMAN CHALLENGE: The Iola Winter Sports Club is hosting its Iola Norseman Challenge ski races on Sunday, Jan. 28. The 10KClassic starts at 9:15 a.m., followed by 3.3K Junior High Boys and Girls at 10:15 a.m. and 10:35 a.m. respectively, a 5.5K Senior High Boys and Girls beginning at 11:05 a.m. and 11:30 […]
According to WMTV Madison, “Republicans who control the Wisconsin Assembly quietly introduced a bill Friday that would call for a binding statewide referendum on whether abortion should be banned after 14 weeks of pregnancy.” “The GOP has scheduled a public hearing on the bill for Monday afternoon at the state Capitol. Democratic Gov. Tony Evers […]
Norma Louise Otterson December 31, 1926 – January 17, 2024 Norma Louise Otterson, 97, of Scandinavia, Wisconsin, passed away on January 17, 2024 in Waupaca, Wisconsin. She was born on December 31, 1926. Norma Louise Otterson attended Union Free High School Band. She worked for Wisconsin Public Service. To honor Norma Louise Otterson’s memory, donations […]
The price of a one-ounce letter’s postage will go up to 68 cents effective Jan. 21. The corresponding metered letter will go up to 64 cents. The corresponding current rates are 66 and 63 cents. It is the fourth stamp price increase in 18 months. The increases are part of the Postal Services’ 10-year Delivering […]
Around Town TIM POLASEK: “North Dakota State football is one of the most demanding jobs in college football as a national championship and 14+ wins are expected every year. The last three coaches have lived up to that standard as Craig Bohl is the winningest coach in NDSU history with 104 wins and three straight […]
A Community Service Grant of $2000 by the Rotary Club of Waupaca has been given to Rosie Paws Dog Park in the Village of Iola. The $2000 from Rotary will be used for shade trees, more benches, and toward accessing a water source for the dog park. The grant application noted, “Rosie Paws Dog Park […]
January 15 On the occasion of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday, the Iola-Scandinavia area is bustling with events on Jan. 15. Early risers can join the Strong Bones class at I-S Fitness & Aquatic Center at 8 a.m., followed by Water Therapy from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Yoga enthusiasts can head to the […]
