Orville K. Larson obituary

Orville K. Larson April 19, 1932 – September 16, 2022 Orville K. Larson, age 90, of Rosholt, Wisconsin, passed away on Friday, Sept. 16, 2022, at home with his family by his side. He was born on April 19, 1932, in Town of Harrison, Waupaca County, Wisconsin, to the late Jens Larson and Anna (Brandt) […]

Friday’s ‘Just the facts ma’am’

Below are some interesting facts gleaned from articles from various sources, which are indicated following the facts. What is the price on carbon? In mid-August, Europe’s carbon price hit an all-time high of just over 99 euros (about US$99) for a ton of carbon dioxide emissions. It has since declined, but this was a watershed for the EU’s cap-and-trade […]

Friday news items

Around Town Iola Lions Club Blood Drive is Wednesday, Sept. 29, from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Iola-Scandinavia Fitness and Aquatic Center. For appointment call 1-800-733-2767. Brooke Manley has been named Iola-Scandinavia Teacher of the Month. She is a middle school and high school science teacher. Congratulations! Carli Gurholt, PsyD, has joined Marshfield Clinic Health […]

Taste of Norway set for Saturday Oct. 1

The annual Taste of Norway and Lost Arts fair, sponsored by the Iola Historical Society, will be held on Saturday, Oct. 1, from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. on the society grounds on Depot Street. Various artisans will demonstrate crafts of rosemaling, rug weaving, woodcarving, and jewelry making. There will also be a Fall Crafts and Gifts […]

Iola Lions Blood Drive Sept. 28

A voucher for a free haircut, a chance at a VIP NASCAR racing experience and an opportunity to help save lives? It can all be yours when you come in to give blood this September. American Red Cross and Iola Lions are co-sponsoring a blood Drive on Wednesday, Sept. 28, from 11 a.m. to 4 […]

Sen. Ballweg recipient of WMC Working for Wisconsin Award

PRESS RELEASE State Sen. Joan Ballweg was presented with a Working for Wisconsin Award by the Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) – the combined state chamber of commerce and manufacturers’ association. Ballweg was honored for her work during the most recent legislative session. The Working for Wisconsin Award recognizes legislators who supported specific pro-growth policies […]

Lisa L. Konkol obituary

Lisa L. Konkol November 15, 1961 – September 13, 2022 Lisa L. Konkol, age 60, of Iola, Wisconsin, passed away on Sept. 13, 2022, at Aspirus Riverview Hospital in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin. She was born on Nov. 15, 1961, in Wisconsin Rapids, daughter of Daniel and Linda (Parnham) Konkol. Lisa attended and graduated from University […]

Just the facts ma’am

Below are some interesting facts gleaned from articles from various sources, which are indicated following the facts. Student loan bailout A majority of likely voters (55.6%) say they are less likely to vote for candidates who support’s Biden’s $500 billion edict to cancel college debt, according to the poll from Convention of States Action. The survey, conducted […]