Monday Iola-Scandinavia news items
Around Town FOOD PANTRY: Our Savior’s Lutheran Church operates the community food pantry. Food items that are canned and boxed products that have a long shelf life are welcome. You can drop off your donations at the church Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. If you are in need of food, please […]
Iola-Scandinavia School District 1st Quarter Honor Roll announced
Quarterly Recognition Showcases Students’ Academic Excellence Iola-Scandinavia High School has announced the criteria for its honor roll, celebrating the academic achievements of students for the 2025-26 school year. The honor roll serves as a testament to students’ dedication and the school’s ongoing commitment to academic excellence. The honor roll is awarded quarterly, with high school […]
Iola Town Board to set 2025 tax levy, begin 2026 budget work Nov. 17
The Town of Iola Board will hold its monthly meeting on Monday, Nov. 17, at 6 p.m., where supervisors will adopt the 2025 town tax levy following a budget hearing and begin preliminary discussions on the 2026 budget. The meeting will begin with a budget hearing, followed by a special meeting convened by supervisors to […]
Speaker’s Task Force on Rulemaking schedules public hearing in Wausau
Rep. Brent Jacobson, 87th Assembly District The Assembly Speaker’s Task Force on Rulemaking will hold a public hearing on Thursday, Nov. 20, at Northcentral Technical College, 1000 W. Campus Drive, in Wausau, offering residents a chance to share how state agency regulations impact their communities and workplaces. Task Force Chair Rep. Brent Jacobson (R–Mosinee) […]
Friday Iola-Scandinavia news tidbits
Around Town TRAFFIC CONCERN: The Waupaca County Sheriff’s Department is expected to address speeding concerns on Kenwood Drive through increased patrols, according to minutes of the Nov. 12 Town of Scandinavia Board meeting. Around the County CHRISTMAS DINNER: A free community Christmas meal will be held at St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church, Shadow Road, Waupaca, […]
Scandinavia Town Board reviews budget, approves bills, and welcomes new Planning Commission member
The Town of Scandinavia Board met on Wednesday, Nov. 12, at 5:32 p.m. in the Scandinavia Municipal Center following the 2026 Budget Hearing and Special Town Meeting. The session, led by Town Chair Bryan Fuhs, focused on financial approvals, infrastructure updates, and staffing appointments. All board members—Frank Bauer, Brenda Mazemke, Bryan Fuhs, Lonnie Przybylski, and […]
Monday Iola-Scandinavia news tidbits
Around Town CRITTER HUNT: Join the 16-hour hunt sponsored by Happy Daaze Bar and Grill, Scandinavia. Cost is $40 for 2-person teams, 100% payout for top 3, point system for critters, plus 50/50 raffles benefiting the Vikings Snowmobile Club. Free food after for all participants! Around the State GAS TAX STICKER PRICES: Rep. Scott Allen, […]
Friday Iola-Scandinavia news odds & ends
Around Town NEW BUSINESS IN SCANDINAVIA: WIT Booksellers is a new store coming into Scandinavia, owned/operated by Tom Michael. It will be open during Hop Into Holidays. Tom will sell used books through his shop. After the shop hop, he’ll be open “serendipitous hours” or by appointment. THANKSGIVING MEAL: The annual Thanksgiving Feast will be […]
Iola Lions celebrate young artists in annual Peace Poster Contest
Local 6th Graders recognized for creative vision The Iola Lions Club, in partnership with Lions International and the Iola-Scandinavia School District, hosted its annual Peace Poster Contest this week, inviting 6th-grade students to showcase their artistic talents and visions for peace. During a special classroom presentation, Lion Chris Nelson revealed the contest results to excited […]
