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Phyllis Joan Olson July 24, 1935 – November 19, 2024 Phyllis Joan Olson, 89, of Iola, Wisconsin, passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2024, at the Waupaca Elder Care, where she had been a resident for five years. She was born on July 24, 1935, in Norske in the Town of Harrison in northern Waupaca […]
FCS Regional 4 Coach of the Year North Dakota State head football coach Tim Polasek was named FCS Region 4 Coach of the Year by the American Football Coaches Association on Tuesday, Nov. 19. Polasek has led the Bison to a 10-1 record in his first season as a head coach, including a 7-0 record in the […]
The Town of Scandinavia Town Board convened on Wednesday, Oct. 23, at the Scandinavia Municipal Center to discuss and make decisions on several important town matters. The meeting, which was attended by board members Gary Marx, Frank Bauer, Brenda Mazemke, and Mike Mazemke, addressed both immediate concerns and long-term plans, including the town’s 2025 budget, […]
The Town of Iola Board will convene for its monthly meeting on Nov. 18, at 6 p.m., focusing on key fiscal actions. A public budget hearing will open the evening, followed by a special meeting to adopt the 2024 Town Tax Levy. Regular agenda items include discussions on the 2025 budget, adjustments to December’s meeting […]
Around Town IOLA WINTER SPORTS CLUB: The club has several major projects scheduled for 2025 including a 10-16-mile bike trail expansion, hosting a summer trail run series, and more community-related events. IOLA WINTER CARNIVAL: The Lutefisk Supper is returning to the 2025 Iola Winter Carnival! It is limited to 200 tickets. There will also be […]
The Village of Iola Community Development Authority (CDA) took significant steps toward enhancing the town’s visual appeal and future development during its meeting on Sept. 25. Key actions included approving the refurbishment of the welcome sign along Highway 161 and deliberating future projects such as improvements to Olson Park and the Riverwalk area. The upgrades […]
Around Town GLACIER WOOD GOLF CLUB: Sunday, Nov. 17, will be the last day of the 2024 season. The restaurant will remain open through the winter months Monday-Saturday from 11 a.m.-8 p.m., closed on Sundays. Come on out and show your support, daily specials and the full menu will be available all winter. BLOOD DRIVE: […]
Thanks to Waupaca Foundry, many local businesses, and Jim Payton, our vision for custom classic truck bed tailgate benches has become a reality! These handcrafted pieces, featuring Waupaca Foundry and Iola Car Show logoed cast iron bench ends and solid red oak bench slats will soon grace downtown Iola and the Iola Car Show grounds. The Iola […]
Iola-Scandinavia High School is pleased to recognize high school students who have earned a place on the honor roll for the 2024-25 school year. The honor roll celebrates students’ academic achievements and dedication to their studies, reflecting the school’s commitment to academic excellence. The honor roll at Iola-Scandinavia High School is awarded quarterly, and high […]
Patricia C. “Trisha” Hafemann Lund August 29, 1959 – November 6, 2024 Patricia C. “Trisha” Hafemann Lund, age 65, of Madison, Wisconsin, passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024, at UW Hospital and Clinics. She was born on Aug. 29, 1959, in West Bend, Wisconsin, the daughter of John and Betty (Chapek) Hafemann. She was […]
