Helvetia Town Board approves budget increase and infrastructure upgrades
The Helvetia Town Board convened on Nov. 5, to discuss key budgetary and infrastructure matters affecting the community. Among the major decisions, the board approved a 1% increase in the 2025 town levy, bringing the total to $173,079. Additionally, pressing maintenance issues, including upgrades to the town hall’s water system and road repairs, were addressed. […]
Harrison Town Board to discuss future agenda notices and procedural matters
The Town Board of Harrison, Waupaca County, Wisconsin, will convene on Monday, Dec. 9, at 6:30 p.m. at Northland Lutheran Church, N9880 State Highway 49, Iola. Key agenda items will include finalizing prior meeting minutes, discussing correspondence reports, reviewing officer updates, and deliberating on procedural notices for future meetings. A segment for public comments and […]
Monday Iola-Scandinavia news shorts
Around Town FREE CHRISTMAS DINNER: St. Mary Magdalene in Waupaca will be hosting a Free Community Christmas Dinner on Christmas Day. The meals will be served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. ONLINE ORDERING: Bart’s Pizza Pub now has online ordering. Go here. Facebook
I-S Elementary held comprehensive safety drill for active shooter preparedness
Iola-Scandinavia Elementary School took significant steps to bolster safety by conducting an active shooter preparedness drill on Nov. 13, according to a report to be submitted to the Iola-School Board on Monday, Dec. 9. Using the ALICE protocol, the initiative aimed to equip 276 students and 38 staff members with critical skills to respond effectively […]
I-S School Board to discuss policy updates, referendum progress, and district leases
The Iola-Scandinavia School Board will address key topics in its regular meeting on Monday, Dec. 9, at 6 p.m. in the Elementary School, Room #6. Major agenda items include updates on policy revisions, referendum progress, and lease approvals for Taylor Field and Ellison Park. Public input will also be welcomed at the start of the […]
Irene Alice (Johnson) Haroldson obituary
Irene Alice (Johnson) Haroldson July 14, 1935 – December 5, 2024 Irene Alice (Johnson) Haroldson of Iola passed away peacefully late Thursday night, Dec. 5, 2024, after a short illness. Irene is survived by her husband, Leonard. She is also survived by two of her children: Ron (Jean) and Linda (Bryan); her five grandchildren: David […]
Friday Iola-Scandinavia news items
Around Town CHRISTMAS CARDS FOR THE WILLOWS: Stop in at the Iola Village Library and pick out a card and write a quick note to cheer up a Willows resident this holiday. LUTEFISK SUPPER WORKERS NEEDED: It’s time to come together and make this year’s Winter Carnival supper unforgettable! We’re looking for volunteers to help […]
39 ways to slash federal government spending
The following items were compiled from press reports since the November election.
