Sheriff’s Department: Fraud Alert
By Waupaca County Sheriff’s Department We have become aware of a recent fraud in the area where fraudsters are calling victims pretending to be from the victim’s financial institution. Fraudsters are able to have the victim’s caller id show the same number as the victims bank. During the conversation, the fraudsters are notifying the victim […]
Thursday Iola-Scandinavia news shorts
Around Town GIRL SCOUT PROJECT: Julie Hass’ daughter Lydia is doing a service project collecting men’s socks, gloves, hats, and candy bars to create gift bags for the men who utilize Foundations For Living’s warming shelter. If you would like to donate the listed items, please contact Julie at julie.bonikowske@gmail.com or by phone at 920-819-4102. […]
Electoral College explained
The movement for a national popular vote for presidential elections is gaining momentum. Currently, 59 percent of Americans favor replacing the Electoral College with a direct popular vote, and 17 states (and D.C.) have pledged to adopt a popular vote. For access to the video go here. For access to more information on the Electoral […]
Karen Marie Frailing obituary
Karen Marie Frailing October 5, 1937 – November 2, 2024 Karen Marie Frailing passed away on Saturday, Nov. 2, following a short illness. Karen was born to Robert and Lydia Goldschmidt on Oct. 5, 1937, in Brillion, Wisconsin. In her early days, Karen was a bit of a social butterfly and elite baton twirler; this […]
Tuesday Iola-Scandinavia news items
Around Town STATE CROSS-COUNTRY: Ben Beck of Iola-Scandinavia High School placed 12th in the WIAA D3 state cross-country meet at Ridges Golf Course in Wisconsin Rapids on Saturday, Nov. 2. He had a time of 16:34.9. State Champion Declan Gregg of Aquinas High School had a time of 15:52.7. ONE LESS COOKIE CHALLENGE: Avoid the […]
Iola-Scandinavia football and volleyball standouts make All-Conference honors
In a memorable season for Iola-Scandinavia High School’s football and volleyball teams, a group of student-athletes received well-deserved recognition, marking a significant achievement for the Thunderbird program. With stellar performances on both the football field and volleyball court, several players landed spots on the coveted All-Conference list, highlighting their talent and dedication to their teams. […]
