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Iola-Scandinavia High School’s cross-country team made an impressive mark at the conference meet on Oct. 17, led by the outstanding efforts of the Beck brothers. The boys ‘ varsity team secured key placements with both Ben and Jack Beck delivering top 10 performances. Ben Beck was the star of the day for Iola-Scandinavia, finishing second […]
Phillip Kenneth Johnsrud April 1, 1950– October 13, 2024 Phillip Kenneth Johnsrud, 74, of Iola, Wisconsin, who loved his family, the outdoors and serving his community, died on Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024. Born April 1, 1950, in Dodgeville, Wisconsin, to Kenneth Johnsrud and Marilyn (Munson) Johnsrud Berner. He graduated from Fennimore High School in 1968 […]
Around Town VOLLEYBALL TOURNEY: Varsity volleyball received the 5 Seed in the upcoming WIAA Tournament. They will have a bye on Oct. 22 and then travel to Sevastopol on Oct. 24 for a 7 p.m. match. HEARING CLINIC: Free hearing screening clinic, Iola-Scandinavia Fitness and Aquatic Center, 8-11 a.m. No appointment is necessary. WELCH BACK […]
In the upcoming Iola Historical Society (IHS) meeting, members will gather to wrap up the year’s business and set the stage for 2025. The meeting, scheduled for Monday, Oct. 28, will occur at the Machine Shed, located at 222 Depot Street in Iola, Wisconsin. The evening will begin with a board meeting at 5:30 p.m., […]
Around Town VOLLEYBALL TOURNEY: Varsity volleyball received the 5 Seed in the upcoming WIAA Tournament. They will have a bye on Oct. 22 and then travel to Sevastopol on Oct. 24 for a 7 p.m. match. Around the County BURNING PERMITS REQUIRED: The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced today the reinstatement of burning […]
The Articles of Confederation (1777-1789) and James Madison’s Virginia Plan (1787) were two important frameworks for governing the United States in its early years. However, these two documents reflected very different visions for the structure and powers of government. The Articles emphasized a loose confederation of sovereign states, while the Virginia Plan proposed a strong […]
About 20 people gathered at Chester L. Krause Legacy Park in Iola on Sunday, Oct. 13, at 2 p.m. to unveil a historical marker recognizing Krause’s lifetime achievements. As has become customary for Oct. 13 weather, a drizzle fell. Still, it didn’t dampen the purpose of those gathered under the new shelter at the park: […]
