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There have been many Facebook posts on April 8 regarding the results of the April 7 Spring Election and the failure of the Iola-Scandinavia School District referendum. Here is a gathering of those remarks. In the aftermath of the Iola-Scandinavia School District referendum failing, District Administrator Chris Nelson indicated, “While I am disappointed, I respect […]
Allegra Ann Gullixon July 4, 1941 – April 9, 2026 Heaven welcomed a new angel on April 9, 2026. Allegra Ann Gullixon, “Leggie”, was welcomed into the kingdom by a grand assortment of friends and relatives that includes: Her sister, Connie (Larry) Jensen; her parents, Al and Jeane Beyersdorf; a baby sister, Sherry; aunts, uncles, and friends. Leggie has been assigned […]
By Trey Foerster, Publisher An unusual ice storm hit Iola-Scandinavia on Thursday, April 2, covering the area with about a half-inch of ice. Tree damage was severe, and the ice took its toll on electrical wires and transformers throughout the area. It took until Tuesday, April 7, to restore power to all Central Wisconsin Electric […]
The Iola Citywide Rummage Sale is happening this year, scheduled for May 14-17 (Thursday through Sunday). The map will include Iola, Scandinavia, and the surrounding area. This year, printed maps will be available at various locations in the community and on the website (www.iolarummagesale.com) beginning May 10. Get On the Map! Visit www.iolarummagesale.com to list your sale. There […]
By Tom Anderson, Head Coach CLERMONT, FL – The Iola-Scandinavia softball team beat Notre Dame Academy from Staten Island, New York, 12-3, on Thursday, April 9, during their spring training trip in Florida. The Thunderbirds improved their record to 2-0. The T-Birds outhit the Gators 10-4. Brooklyn Berrens and Maya Munoz each had three hits. […]
Around Town GLACIER WOOD GOLF: The course, driving range, and putting green will open on Saturday, April 16. WATERCOLOR CLASS: Local watercolor artist Carolyn Rosenberger is offering a painting class on Tuesday, April 21, of a woodland scene. It will be held at Lessons from the Art in Iola. SUMMER SCHOOL REGISTRATION: Summer School Registration […]
By Trey Foerster, Publisher Local news in rural small-town Wisconsin serves as the essential information lifeline for communities where daily life revolves around tight-knit relationships, local decision-making, and shared traditions. Its core roles include informing citizens about government activities, schools, events, and everyday issues that larger regional, state, or national outlets routinely overlook. In towns […]
To my neighbors and fellow residents of Iola,We live in a place where people aren’t afraid to speak their minds, and that’s because we all have a stake in this village. But lately, our conversations have become more about what divides us than what unites us.Our volunteers, our school staff, and your village board members […]
By Tom Anderson, Head Coach CLERMONT, FL – The Iola-Scandinavia softball team opened its season with an 11-1 non-conference victory over Proctor High School from Utica, New York, on their spring training trip to Florida on Wednesday morning, April 8. The game was stopped in the sixth inning due to the 10-run rule. Seniors Brylee […]
Around Town I-S PEE WEE BOARD: There will be an I-S Pee Wee Board meeting on Friday, April 10, at 5:30 p.m. at 115 Meadow Road in Iola. The meeting is open to the public. There are board positions still open. FAILED SCHOOL REFERENDUM: The following was posted on the Iola-Scandinavia School District Facebook page: […]
