I-S School Board to review fundraisers, policy changes, and coaching appointments at March 10 meeting

The School District of Iola-Scandinavia Board of Education will convene its regular meeting on Monday, March 10, at 6 p.m. in Elementary School Room #6 to discuss a range of district matters, including the approval of fundraiser requests, policy amendments, and coaching appointments for spring sports. The meeting will also feature administrative reports, committee updates, […]

Thursday Iola-Scandinavia news briefs

Around Town SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE: We are less than one month away from the April 1 deadline to apply for Central Wisconsin Electric Cooperative Operation Round Up scholarships. High school seniors who are eligible are encouraged to apply. Those who are interested in applying or want to learn more about the scholarship, click here. PARENT & […]

Opinion: Can you record a government meeting with your smartphone?

By Trey Foerster Last night, March 4, Mark McCoy attempted to record the Village of Iola Police Committee meeting and was told by the chair of the meeting that he couldn’t, that it’s only allowed for record keeping, and only the press or clerk/secretary can do that. The chair seems to be under the impression […]

Public comments at Village of Iola Police Committee Feb. 5 meeting

Concern expressed over police “targeting” drinking establishment customers The Village of Iola held a Police Committee meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 4, at Iola Village Hall. What appears below are the minutes of the meeting as posted on the village’s website. Minutes of the March 4 committee meeting won’t be posted until they are approved by […]

Town of Harrison approves building administrator contract and reviews school referendum

The Town of Harrison Board convened its regular monthly meeting on Monday, Feb. 10, at Northland Church. Chairman Dean Lashua called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m., with all board members present. The meeting covered key issues, including the approval of a contract for the town’s building administrator and a discussion about an upcoming […]

Tuesday Iola-Scandinavia news tidbits

Around Town BOOK OF THE MONTH: The Scandinavia Public Library’s Book of the Month is “West with Giraffes” by Lynda Rutledge. The group will meet on Tuesday, March 25, at 3:40 p.m. to discuss it. Place a hold through Infosoup: https://tinyurl.com/3mbfezk5. “We read books across most genres as well as some non-fiction. Anyone is welcome to […]

Helvetia Town Board to discuss comprehensive planning and road projects

The Town of Helvetia Board will convene its regular monthly meeting on March 4, at 7 p.m. at E2544 County Road GG, Iola, WI. The meeting, open to the public, will address several key issues, including comprehensive planning, township-wide garbage collection, and road maintenance projects. Officials will also review town finances, upcoming elections, and infrastructure […]

Saturday Iola-Scandinavia news items

Around Town LAKE IOLA LAKE DISTRICT: The agenda for Thursday, March 6, Lake Iola Lake District Commissioners meeting is as follows: Call to order, agenda approval, secretary’s report, treasurer’s report, chairman’s report, and any other business. The meeting at the Iola Village Hall will start at 6 p.m. The district is still looking for interested […]

Friday Iola-Scandinavia news shorts

Around Town SOUNDS OF THE VIKINGS: Wisconsin Public Radio highlighted the accomplishments of Iola’s Eric Bestul in recreating the sounds of the Vikings on musical instruments. Eric and his wife own Lessons from the Arts in Iola. “Bestul has spent the last three years studying Viking music. He builds instruments similar to those in the […]

Thursday Iola-Scandinavia morning briefs

Around Town HUNTER EDUCATION COURSE: The Iola Conservation Club has scheduled the Spring Hunter Education Course with registration on March 6, from 7-8 p.m. Classes will cover responsibilities of hunters, firearms safety in the home and afield, knowledge of firearms and hunting equipment, tree stand safety, wildlife identification and management, marksmanship and outdoor skills. The […]