Sen. Ballweg: Year in Review

A look back on my first year as your state senator BY SEN. JOAN BALLWEG  This time last year, I was preparing to step into my new role as the State Senator for the 14th Senate District. I can say it has been as rewarding of an experience as I expected, and I am so thankful […]

Village of Iola Board Nov. 8 meeting minutes

The Village of Iola Board met on Monday, Nov. 8, in the Iola Community Center’s Senior Room. The meeting was called to order by President Schustek at 5 p.m. Schustek led the Pledge of Allegiance and was followed by a moment of silence. Roll call was taken. Members present: President Jennifer Schustek; Trustees Missy Fenn, […]

John R. Clementson obituary

John R. Clementson March 15, 1954 – December 15, 2021 John R. Clementson, age 67, of Chicago, Illinois, passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2021.He was born on March 15, 1954, in Iola, Wisconsin to the late Maynard Clementson and Evelyn (Mork) ClementsonJohn is survived by his siblings: Walter Knutson of Gurnee, Illinois, Sharon Bushnell […]

Town of Iola Board Dec. 20 agenda

The Town of Iola Board will meet on Monday, Dec. 20, 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 New Business Approval of Town Books Approval of Town Checks […]

Virginia Lynn Adams obituary

Virginia Lynn Adams February 3, 1952 – December 14, 2021 Virginia Lynn Adams, age 69, of Amherst, Wisconsin, formerly of Iola, Wisconsin, passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2021. She was born on Feb. 3, 1952, to Byron and Charlotte (Stone) Adams. She loved her daughter and grandson with her whole heart. She loved watching the […]

Fundraiser for Tommy Boyle

By Heidi Korb As I’m sure you all know, Tommy has been fighting a battle with cancer for the past several years. He recently found out that his cancer has returned and has spread to his only kidney. He is currently at the Cancer Treatment Centers of America in Arizona. A GoFundMe drive is underway […]

Danny L. Deshler obituary

Danny L. Deschler February 8, 1969 – December 12, 2021 Danny L. Deschler, age 52, of Weyauwega, Wisconsin, formerly of Iola, Wisconsin,  passed away on Sunday, Dec. 12, 2021. He was born on Feb. 8, 1969, to Gloria Deschler. He is survived by brothers and sisters: Terry Deschler, Rebecca Davenport, Wesley Deschler, Janet Deschler, Debra […]

Sen. Ballweg votes for important legislation

PRESS RELEASE State Sen. Joan Ballweg (R-Markesan) voted for legislation affecting towns and villages, emergency zones, and supportive of the state’s specialized emergency response teams. Ballweg and Rep. Warren Petryk (R-Town of Washington) authored a bill that provides a more reasonable financial penalty for towns and villages that do not submit their annual statement for […]

Village of Iola Board Dec. 13 meeting agenda

The Village oof Iola Board will meet on Monday, Dec. 13, at 5 p.m. in the Iola Community Center’s Senior Room. Agenda Call to Order and Open Meeting Statement by President Roll Call and Pledge of Allegiance Approval of Minutes from Previous Meeting, General Board Business Consideration of approval for 2022 Line of Credit Borrowing […]