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Around Town WINE CLUB: LittleWolf Gallery in Iola has created a wine club, where each member receives three bottles of French wine monthly. Each month is a new region. For more info go here. KRISTIAN WELCH: A wonderful write-up about our Kristian Welch and his game performance against Denver as a linebacker – including an […]
Around Town BRAT FRY: The American Legion & Auxiliary will hold a brat Fry at Iola Sentry on Saturday, Aug. 17, from 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. TASTE SHOWCASE: During the Aug. 28 Elementary School Open House there will be a Taste Showcase from 5-6:30 p.m. JACOBSON WINNER: Brent Jacobson defeated Cory Sillars in the Republican primary […]
Around Town SAVE THE DATE: Cones with Cops, Shiver’s, Aug. 28, 4-6 p.m., meet police, fire, EMS, and Village of Iola Public Works personnel. They will bring equipment again this year for kids and people to see. Job Opportunities CRYSTAL CAFE: Looking for part-time wait staff. Apply by calling 715-4456-9227 or going to the website […]
Scandinavia’s baseball team delivered a commanding performance in the Round 1 playoff game of the Badger Amateur Baseball Association Central Division, defeating Winneconne 15-0 on Aug. 11. The lopsided victory showcased Scandinavia’s potent offense and stellar pitching, securing their place in the next round of the playoffs. On Aug. 18 at home, the Vikings will […]
The Scandinavia Corn Roast, held from Aug. 2-4, was a resounding success, according to announcements made by the event organizers. Sponsored by the Scandinavia Booster Club, the annual event drew crowds for its parade and chainsaw carving competition. The Corn Roast Parade was a highlight, featuring around 40 creative floats adorned with witches, scarecrows, and […]
Townships in the NW corner of the county in new state Assembly district On Aug. 13, local voters will have the opportunity to decide on which Republican candidate for the 87th Assembly District will face off against Democrat William Switalla. Further below you will find many questions asked of the candidates and their written responses. […]
Mary B. Keehn of Fremont and Jeremy Schoenike of the Town of Wyoming seek the office of Register of Deeds on the Republican ticket in the Aug. 13 primary election. There is no candidate put forward by other parties for that position, so whoever wins the primary will win the office in November. Current Register […]
Popular Rep. Mike Gallagher’s resignation has opened up the 8th District, which includes Green Bay and Appleton. A Democrat leads fundraising, but three Republicans have split a larger pool of donations. By Peter Cameron, THE BADGER PROJECT For the last eight years, the Republican congressman in northeastern Wisconsin has crushed opponents, winning more than 60% of […]
In a crucial matchup that marked the end of the regular season, the Scandinavia Vikings team secured their spot in the playoffs with a commanding 8-1 victory over Weymont in the Badger Amateur Baseball Association Central Division. The game, held on August 4th, showcased a stellar performance from both Scandy’s offense and pitching staff, setting […]
