Tuesday Iola-Scandinavia news briefs

Around Town PAINT A PUMPKIN: The Scandinavia Public Library will offer a Paint A Pumpkin craft program on Friday, Oct. 27, starting at 2 p.m. 10LA HALLOWEEN PARTY: On Oct. 28, 10LA will hold a Halloween party with DJ Bill. Cash prizes for 1st through 3rd: $250, $100, and $50. Judging at midnight and must […]

October 22-29 Iola-Scandinavia events

October 22 The serene echoes of hymns fill Our Savior’s Lutheran as the day begins with Choir Practice at 8 a.m. Congregants and music enthusiasts alike gather to harmonize, setting the tone for a day full of community celebrations. Later in the day, the Village of Scandinavia witnesses a historic event with the Sentral Park […]

Saturday Iola-Scandinavia news briefs

Around Town JOIN CUB SCOUTS: An informational meeting about Cub Scout Pack 3631 will be held on Monday, Oct. 23, at the Iola Conservation Club. According to the Pack leader, “All youth in grades K-5 are welcome to come learn about Cub Scouts! We have fun activities planned for the whole family! In Cub Scouts […]

Update on what’s happening politically in Madison

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 […]

John “Jack” Kreuser obituary

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 […]

Friday Iola-Scandinavia news tidbits

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 […]

November and December activities pack Iola Village Library calendar

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. […]