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Would protect activists, journalists and others from lawsuits meant to silence or intimidate them By Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner, August 25, 2023 Wisconsin Democrats proposed a bill on Wednesday that would protect activists, journalists and others from lawsuits meant to silence or intimidate them. It comes as state Sen. Cory Tomczyk (R-Mosinee) is continuing a […]
In a scheduled gathering at the Town Hall, the Town Board convened under the leadership of Chairman Jeff Oppor on July 5 at 7 p.m. The change in the meeting date had been properly communicated as required. All Town board members were in attendance, joined by an audience of four town residents. The proceedings commenced […]
The Town of Iola Board will hold its regular monthly meeting on Monday, Aug. 28, at 6 p.m. in the town hall. Agenda Call to order and reading of the open meeting statement Approval of the Agenda Approval of the minutes from the previous meeting Public Comments Old Business: Roads/Bridges New Business: Snowplowing Approval of […]
By John Bertleson Jr., Lake Iola Lake District As Chairman of the Lake Iola Lake District, I do have an obligation to learn the regulations and assist in any investigation that comes our way when something illegal like this happens. I knew we had an injured pelican left over from the flock that was on […]
Around Town AHERST CC MEET CANCELED: The I-S Cross Country meet in Amherst for today, Thursday, Aug. 24, has been cancelled due to the heat forecast. OPEN HOUSE: The Iola-Scandinavia High School Open House will be held on Wednesday, Aug. 30, from 5:30-7 p.m. Check out the gym refurbishment and the updated Technical Education (shop) […]
The Iola Historical Society is gearing up for its August meetings and program, scheduled to take place on Monday, Aug. 28. The society, dedicated to preserving the rich heritage of Iola, has arranged a busy schedule for the evening. The events will unfold at the Machine Shed, located at 222 Depot Street, Iola. The evening […]
Around Town SCOUTS HELP IHS: Local Scouts helped remove dead trees and brush along the river behind Iola Historical Society buildings. Thanks Scouts! BEER SIGN NEEDED: The Scandinavia Booster Club is seeking the help of area residents to locate a 40×40-inch beer sign to go atop the Corn Roast Beer Stand. The Old Style needs […]
Volunteers for the Ice Age Trail Portage-Waupaca Counties segments made major improvements to the trails on the grounds of the Iola Winter Sports Club on County MM outside of Iola. One such improvement was an impressive stone stairway. “The beautiful stonework on the new stairs by the parking lot was donated in honor of Robert […]
