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By MacIver Institute A lot has been going on at the Capital – here’s an update on some of the top stories. Annual Fiscal Report: $7 Billion Surplus; Tax Collections Up But Spending Up a Bit More The state released its Annual Fiscal Report (AFR) which shows the state has a more than $7 billion […]
Co-founder of Hatch Lake Association John “Jack” Kreuser 1933 – Oct. 13, 2023 John “Jack” Kreuser, 90, of Colgate, Wisconsin, was born to eternal life on Oct. 13, 2023, at his home surrounded by family members. He was the youngest of eight children born to John B. Kreuser and Rose (Hansen) Kreuser. He was born […]
TURKMENISTAN GUESTS AT IHS: Six guests from Turkmenistan representing various aspect of the country’s tourism got a tour of the Iola Historical Society on Tuesday, Oct. 17. The group was sponsored by the Rotary Club of Waupaca, members of which guiding the visitors were Mike Olinger (second from left), Joe Jones (fourth from left), and […]
In anticipation of the upcoming holiday season, the Iola Village Library has unveiled an exciting lineup of activities for November and December, turning the library into a hub of creativity and festive cheer. Family Fridays will offer residents an opportunity to make giftable items from 2:30-4:30 p.m. The dates and items are as follows: Nov. […]
Around Town BARBERSHOP SOLD: Stanley “Jake” Jakubek has sold his barbershop, which he operated for 57 years, to Adam Johnson. Thank you Jake for your decades of service to the Iola-Scandinavia community. Wishes for a wonderful retirement. PIE ORDERING DEADLINE: If you order a pie for Thanksgiving form the Crystal Café, you have until Sunday, […]
Around Town ALL-CONFERENCE CROSS COUNTRY ATHLETES: Congratulations to our All-Conference athletes: Revyn Schrank (19th place, honorable mention), Jack Beck (20th place, honorable mention), Charlie Vater (3x Conference Champ, 1st team), Ben Beck (5th place, 1st team). SENTRAL PARK GRAND OPENING: The ceremonies opening the Village of Scandinavia’s Sentral Park will be held on Sunday, Oct. […]
October 16 Early risers have gathered at the Scandinavia Lutheran Church for a Quilt Assembly at 9 a.m., showcasing their creativity and craftsmanship. Meanwhile, the Center for Living Well is hosting a rejuvenating yoga session at the same hour, welcoming community members to start their day on a healthy note. Later in the afternoon, the […]
