I-S Softball loses to Weyauwega-Fremont and Shiocton

By Tom Anderson, Head Coach IOLA – The Iola-Scandinavia softball team lost to Weyauwega-Fremont, 9-1, in a CWC-East conference game on Monday, May 12. The loss drops the Thunderbirds’ record to 3-7 in conference and 8-8 overall. Weyauwega-Fremont scored five runs in the first two innings, which proved to be all the runs the Warhawks […]

Scandinavia Village Board approves county highway contract, discusses firetruck purchase and beer garden proposal

The Scandinavia Village Board convened its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at the Municipal Center’s Community Room, where members approved a new highway contract with Waupaca County, discussed potential firetruck acquisition, and reviewed a proposed Beer Garden project. Led by President David Mork, the meeting began promptly at 5 p.m. with all […]

Thunderbirds tame Warhawks

The Iola-Scandinavia Thunderbirds opened their packed week on a high note Monday, May 12, grinding out a 3-1 victory over the Weyauwega-Fremont Warhawks in varsity baseball action. With clutch pitching and timely hitting, the Thunderbirds kicked off the week with momentum and earned the right for yet another coach to take the dreaded post-game ice […]

Monday Iola-Scandinavia news briefs

Around Town HUNTING TREASURES: The Iola Conservation Club will host a one-day yard sale on Saturday, May 17. The gate will open at 8 a.m. to give everyone a full day to browse hunting, camping, fishing, archery, guns, and related treasures. Refreshments will be available.  JORGENS PARK PRESERVE FUNDRAISER: Join “A Day on the Lake […]

Community to rally for Silver Lake at scenic fundraiser event in Jorgens Park

Locals will soon gather for fun, food, and fundraising at the second annual “A Day on the Lake Fundraiser”, hosted by the Silver Lake Management Committee. The event will occur on Saturday, May 18, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Jorgens Park Preserve, located on Highway 49 in Scandinavia, Wisconsin. Set against the picturesque […]

Iola Village Board to tackle key resolutions, zoning changes, and legal matters on May 13

The Village of Iola Board will convene on Tuesday, May 13, at 5:30 p.m. in the Community Room of the Iola Village Hall to address a range of pressing issues, including the adoption of new resolutions, updates on legal proceedings, and the approval of zoning changes. Key actions include a decision on the use of […]

I-S School District to hold special Reorganizational Meeting on May 12

The School District of Iola-Scandinavia will convene a special reorganizational meeting on Monday, May 12, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in Room #6 (Hygge) of the Iola Elementary School, located at 450 Division St., Iola, WI. The agenda for the meeting includes the election of key officers, the assignment of committee chairs, and the appointment of […]

Friday Iola-Scandinavia news shorts

Around Town FRAN MOEN RETIRES: Harrison Township Clerk Fran Moen has retired from the position after 48 years of service. Thank you and best wishes in your retirement! POLICE AND FINANCE MEETING: The Village of Iola’s Police and Finance Committee will meet on Monday, May 12, at 1 p.m. in Iola Village Hall to consider […]