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By Tom Anderson, Head Coach It took nine innings, but the Iola-Scandinavia varsity softball team finally pushed a run across the plate to beat Weyauwega-Fremont, 1-0, in a true pitchers’ duel. With two outs in the bottom of the ninth inning, freshman pinch-hitter Sophia Munoz drew a walk. Sophomore Maya Munoz singled to advance Sophia […]
Terrence “Terry” L. Oligney September 16, 1935 – April 12, 2024 Terrence “Terry” L. Oligney, 88, of Iola, Wisconsin, passed away on Friday, April 12, 2024. He was born on Sept. 16, 1935, in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, to the late Ellsworth “Bing” and Florence (Wrolstad) Oligney. Terry married Sandie Bonikowske on Aug. 19, 2005, in […]
Around Town SOCCER APPLICATIONS: The Iola-Scandinavia Recreation Association reminds parents that soccer applications are due no later than Friday, April 19. Late registrations are accepted but you won’t be guaranteed a short. Also, volunteers are needed. EDUCATIONAL SIGNAGE BEING INSTALLED AT JORGENS PARK PRESERVE – The frame for the signage of Jorgens Park Preserve prairie […]
By Tom Anderson, Head Coach The Iola-Scandinavia Varsity Softball Team beat St Mary’s Catholic 3-2 in the first game of a non-conference doubleheader before dropping the second game 10-2 at home on Saturday, April 13. The Thunderbirds are 3-0 in conference and 4-2 overall. Game 1 After the Thunderbirds spotted SMC a 2-0 lead in […]
By Greg Ambrosius The hearing on Waupaca County’s motion to dismiss our appeal against the Faulks Bros. sand mine is set for Friday, May 17, at 2 p.m. with Outagamie County Judge Vincent Biskupic. Waupaca County is asking for a motion to dismiss in Circuit Court, claiming that Waupaca County ordinances say that the next […]
Raymond C. Staral May 15, 1943 – April 11, 2024 Raymond C. Staral, 80, of Iola, Wisconsin, went to his heavenly home on April 11, 2024, with his family by his side. He was born on May 15, 1943, in Chicago, Illinois to the late Frank and Dorothy (Ducak) Staral. Raymond married Mary (Matthews) Staral […]
By Tom Anderson, Head Coach AMHERST – The Iola-Scandinavia Varsity Softball Team continues to roll by beating Amherst, 6-0, in the CWC-East game on Thursday, April 11. The Thunderbirds are 3-0 in conference and 3-1 overall. Iola-Scandinavia outhit Amherst 7-4. Brooklyn Berrens and Ava Printz each had two hits. Senior Myah Heschke hit a two-run […]
Around Town I-S SOFTBALL COACH INTERVIEWED: Hear softball Coach Tom Anderson talk about his 33 years in coaching in this WSAW’s Hilight Zone Podcast here. Job Opportunities RUSTIC GRILL AT GLACIER WOOD: Looking for an experienced evening/weekend bartender, who’s great when it’s super busy, and can multi-task very well in a fast-paced environment. Stop in […]
By Tom Anderson, Head Coach BONDUEL – It took nine innings, but the Iola-Scandinavia varsity softball team beat conference rival Bonduel, 1-0, on Tuesday, April 9. The Thunderbirds are 2-0 in conference and 2-1 overall. In the top of the ninth inning, sophomore Brylee Jueds reached base on an error and senior Myah Heschke followed […]
