Why Canada has a forest fire problem

Wisconsin’s and the U.S.’s unhealthy air From The Washington Examiner Daily on Energy, June 28, 2023 THE BACKGROUND: Today, Canada is suffering more than 450 wildfires and more than 80 millIon Americans are under air quality alerts because of the smoke. Now, Canada, which has long received criticism for its wildfire management strategies, has released a plan […]

Town of Iola May 22 meeting minutes

The Town of Iola Plan Commission and Board both met on Monday, May 22, at the town hall. The Plan Commission meeting was called to order by Chairman Mark Forseth at 6 p.m. Plan Commission members present – Bruce Faldet, Mark Forseth, Loren Johnson, and Clerk Steve Madson.  Absent – Mark Sprangers and Mark Doll.  […]

Iola-Scandinavia gears up for spectacular fireworks celebration

Iola-Scandinavia is buzzing with excitement as preparations are underway for a magnificent fireworks celebration set to ignite the night sky on Monday, July 3. In case of inclement weather, the rain date has been scheduled for Wednesday, July 5, ensuring that the festivities go on no matter what. The event is sponsored by the Iola-Scandinavia […]

Brian A. Wolberg obituary

Brian A. Wolberg December 15, 1948 – June 18, 2023 Brian A. Wolberg, 74, of Wild Rose, Wisconsin, formerly of Scandinavia, Wisconsin, passed away on Sunday, June 18, 2023. He was born on Dec. 15, 1948, in Iola, Wisconsin, to the late Harlan and Margaret (Aldridge) Wolberg. Brian was a graduate of Iola-Scandinavia High School. […]

Town of Iola Board meeting June 26 agenda

The Town of Iola Board will hold its regular monthly meeting on Monday, June 26, at 6 p.m. in the town hall. Public Hearing Department of Natural Resources/Scott Amundson Zone Map Amendment Meeting Agenda Call to order and reading of the open meeting statement Approval of the Agenda Approval of the minutes from the previous […]