Tuesday Iola-Scandinavia news items

Around Town VIKINGS ADVANCE: The Scandinavia Vikings defeated Clintonville 14-3 to advance to the BABA Grand Championship against the Antigo Polar Bears. Game is set for Sunday, Sept. 3, at 2 p.m. at Kretz Field in Antigo. SCANDINAVIA BOOK CLUB: “The Family Chao” by Lan Samantha Chang is the new Book for the Month for […]

A glance at Iola-Scandinavia events this week

Here is a roundup of the happenings around Iola-Scandinavia for the week of Aug. 28-Sept. 3. August 28 Residents of Iola-Scandinavia had the opportunity to start their day with a peaceful and rejuvenating yoga session at the Center For Living Well. The session, held at 9 a.m., allowed participants to stretch, relax, and engage in […]

John Albert “Gunner” Gunnell Sr. death notice

John Albert “Gunner” Gunnell Sr. November 14, 1947 – August 24, 2023 John A. “Gunner” Gunnell, 75, of Iola, Wisconsin, passed away on Thursday, Aug. 24, 2023. He was born on Nov. 14, 1947, in Staten Island, New York to the late Albert and Cecelia (Morrison) Gunnell. John graduated from Richmond College (New York) with […]

Democrats propose anti-SLAPP legislation

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 […]

Town of Helvetia Board July 5 meeting has notable updates

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 […]

Town of Iola Board Aug. 28 meeting agenda

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 […]

Update on Lake Iola pelican situation

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 […]

Thursday Iola-Scandinavia news briefs

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) […]

Iola Historical Society to hears about farming heritage on Aug. 28

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 […]