Thunderbirds explode for 12 runs in two innings, rout Panthers 14-4

The Iola-Scandinavia Thunderbirds used two massive innings to pull away from the Pittsville Panthers, posting a 14-4 victory Friday at Taylor Field & Park. Pittsville took an early lead, scoring twice in the first inning when Grant Rademan doubled. The Panthers added a run in the fourth on a flyout by Vollert for a 3-2 […]

I-S Softball beats St. Mary’s Catholic in non-conference tilt

By Tom Andersdon, Head Coach The Iola-Scandinavia softball team beat St. Mary’s Catholic, 5-1, in a non-conference game at home. The Thunderbirds improve their overall record to 8-3 while the Zephyrs drop to 6-5 overall. St. Mary’s scored their lone run in the first inning to take a 1-0 lead. The T-Birds responded with three runs in […]

The Harrison Town Board’s April 13 wrapped up business in just 25 minutes

Chairman Dean Lashua called the Harrison Town Board meeting at Northland Lutheran Church to order at 6:30 p.m. with all board members present: Lashua, John Phillips, Carrie Powell, Brandon Schuster, Rose Trost, Mike Schultz, and Megan Guzman. The board approved minutes from the previous meeting on a motion by Schultz, seconded by Phillips. Treasurer’s report […]

Helvetia Town Board approves 2026 budget, selects road bid

The Helvetia Town Board approved its 2026 budget and awarded a $99,000 contract for road work during its annual meeting on Tuesday, April 21. Chairman Jeff Opper called the meeting to order at 7 p.m. at Town Hall. Six citizens attended, along with board members and two students observing. The board first approved minutes from […]

Helvetia Town Board to review insurance, road projects

The Helvetia Town Board will convene its regular monthly meeting at 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 5, at the town hall, E2544 County Road GG in Iola. Officials will discuss the town’s insurance policy, planned 2026 road projects, and several town hall maintenance items during the open public meeting. Treasurer’s report and approval of bills and […]

Grow Solar Central Wisconsin returns for 2026 with Group Buying Program

AMHERST – The Midwest Renewable Energy Association (MREA) announces the return of the Grow Solar Central Wisconsin program for 2026, marking its ninth year. The program helps residents and small businesses in Portage, Marathon, Waupaca, Waushara, Wood, and Lincoln counties purchase solar systems at below-market prices.  The initiative partners with the cities of Stevens Point […]

Bonduel Bears rally to nip Thunderbirds 3-1

BONDUEL — The Bonduel Varsity Bears overcame an early deficit to edge the Iola-Scandinavia Thunderbirds 3-1 Thursday. Despite being out-hit 7-5, the Bears’ timely hitting and aggressive baserunning proved decisive in the midweek matchup.  Iola-Scandinavia struck first in the third inning when Gruba singled to bring home a run, giving the Thunderbirds a 1-0 lead. […]

I-S Softball drops CWC-East game at Bonduel

By Tom Anderson, Head Coach BONDUEL – The Iola-Scandinavia softball team lost at Bonduel on Thursday, April 30, in a CWC-East game, 6-2. The loss drops the Thunderbirds’ conference record to 4-3 and their overall record to 7-3. The T-Birds took an early lead by scoring their only two runs in the top of the […]

Thursday Iola-Scandinavia news roundup

Around Town VEHICLE BREAK-IN UPDATE: According to the Iola Police Department, there has been one break-in of a vehicle in the village. Police ask residents to lock their vehicles, not leave any valuables in them, and be on the lookout for suspicious activity in their neighborhood. SHINING AND POACHING SENTENCE: An 18-year-old involved in a […]

Lady Thunderbirds softball ball rallies for comeback win over Amherst

By Tom Anderson, Head Coach AMHERST – The Iola-Scandinavia softball team rallied for an exciting come-from-behind CWC-East win over Amherst, 8-7, on Tuesday, April 28. The win improves the Thunderbirds’ conference record to 4-2 and their overall record to 7-2. Amherst took a 6-0 lead after two innings. The T-Birds cut the lead in half, […]