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The Village of Iola Board of Trustees will convene Tuesday, Aug. 12, at 5:30 p.m. in the Community Room of Iola Village Hall, 180 S. Main Street, to address several matters, including the resignation of Trustee R. Meyers, the appointment of a new board member, and a resolution establishing “Iola Donor & Volunteer Day.” The […]
The Village of Iola’s Public Works & Property Committee will meet at 9 a.m. Monday, Aug. 11, in the Clerk’s Office at 180 S. Main Street, to review delinquent utility accounts, consider survey results for potential water service expansion, and vote on resolutions regarding water meters and sewer charges in multi-family homes. The committee will […]
The Iola-Scandinavia Board of Education will convene its regular monthly meeting at 6 p.m. Monday, Aug. 11, in Elementary School Room #6 at 450 Division Street. The board will review referendum progress, consider personnel changes in the golf program, hear financial updates, and address other district matters during the public session. The meeting will begin […]
PRESS RELEASE U.S. Rep. Tony Wied (WI-08) sent a letter to Canadian Ambassador to the United States Kirsten Hillman requesting swift action to mitigate Canadian wildfires after years of negative impacts on Northeast Wisconsin and across the state. “I write to you today on behalf of my constituents who have been dealing with hazardous Canadian […]
Frederic “Fritz” L. Schlicher December 3, 1930 – August 6, 2025 Frederic “Fritz” L. Schlicher, 94, of Iola, Wisconsin, went to his heavenly home on Wednesday, Aug. 6, 2025. He was born on Dec. 3, 1930, in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, to Rudolph and Marian (Baldwin) Schlicher. Fred married Norma Schroeder on June 26, 1954, in […]
Residents favor cooperation with ICE, favor mother over inseminated person, and support elimination of state tax on seniors By State Rep. Brent Jacobson Earlier this year, I sent out my spring survey to help me determine your priorities for this legislative session. Thank you to everyone who took the time to fill out a survey! I […]
Around Town SAVE THE DATE: Our Savior’s Lutheran Church will have Hops and Hymns at The Mill on Thursday, Aug. 14, at 6 p.m. Spoken will be leading songs and doing some of their favorites. Contact the church or sign up at The Mills if you plan to eat at 5 p.m. WATERCOLOR PAINTING: Local […]
The Harrison Town Board will convene on Monday, Aug. 11, at 6:30 p.m. at Northland Lutheran Church, N9880 State Hwy. 49, Iola, to address key municipal matters, including a pivotal vote on the approval of plat lines for property owner Gary Seager. The meeting, announced in compliance with Wisconsin Open Meeting Laws, will cover routine […]
The Scandinavia Silver Lake Rehabilitation District will hold a public meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 12, at 6:30 p.m. in the Scandinavia Municipal Center. Agenda items include the annual audit report, treasurer’s report, committee report, the 2025-26 budget, tax levy, and setting the 2026 annual meeting date.
The streets of Scandinavia, Wisconsin, came alive on Saturday, Aug. 2, for the beloved annual Corn Roast Parade, and once again, the community did not disappoint. With the perfect mix of small-town charm and creative flair, this year’s parade was a delightful blend of colorful floats, classic cars, local talent, and spirited performances that brought […]