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Waupaca County sees 1.99% change in real wages 2019-23 By Wyatt Eichholz, Badger Institute Wisconsin is split. A county-by-county analysis shows that while some residents are seeing real growth in their wages — 12% in Lafayette County, for instance, between 2019 and 2023 — others are falling behind the rise in prices. For an increasing […]
On Tuesday, Sept. 10, the Scandinavia Village Board and Plan Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss two significant agenda items. The hearing, scheduled to begin at 5:30 p.m. at the Scandinavia Municipal Center, will address a Conditional Use Permit for the installation of a display and storage shed in Scandinavia Memorial Park. Additionally, […]
The Village of Iola Park’s Committee will meet on Tuesday, Sept. 10, at 4 p.m. in the Clerk’s Office of the Iola Village Hall at 180 South Main Street. The committee, chaired by Rick Meyers and consisting of members Pamela Parks and Alan Bauer, will focus on key topics such as preparations for the annual […]
Around Town SCAVENGER HUNT WINNERS: First is Team Vidar Vibes (54 points), second Team HE GOAT (51), third S.A.M.M.E (48), fourth Hutchinson Hub (46), fifth Team Meade (45), sixth Vande Voort Family, seventh Crazy Cats Meow (34), and eighth Land Clan (26). Job Opportunities PIZZA MAKERS: Sliced Pizza is looking for pizza makers Thursday through […]
More work to be done An update on the status of developments at Chester L. Krause Legacy Park was sent out by Clifford Mishler, fundraising chair, on Aug. 30. He also informed past doors that an historical marker will be unveiled on Sunday, Oct. 13, at 2 p.m. “This project’s development has been progressing nicely,” […]
Around Town HIGHWAY 49 CLOSURE: Highway 49 South from Scandinavia will be closed starting Monday, Sept. 9. Excavating will replace storm sewer and water culvert. SAVE THE DATE: A Blood Drive co-sponsored by the Iola Lions and American Red Cross will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 25, from noon-5 p.m. at the Iola-Scandinavia Fitness & […]
The fall Hunter Education course will start with registration on Thursday, Sept. 12, from 7-8 p.m. at the Iola Conservation Club. The Iola Conservation Club invites everyone interested in Hunting – recreational shooting, archery, and firearms safety, to enroll in the course. Classes will cover hunters’ responsibilities, firearms safety in the home and afield, knowledge […]
By Iola Lions A Blood Drive co-sponsored by the Iola Lions and American Red Cross will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 25, from noon to 5 p.m. at the Iola-Scandinavia Fitness & Aquatic Center. According to the Red Cross, there’s currently an emergency blood shortage so every blood donation counts. Hurricanes, fires, floods, tornadoes, and […]
Thomas (Tommy) James Boyle November 2, 1969 – September 2, 2024 Thomas (Tommy) James Boyle, 54, of Iola, Wisconsin, went to be with his loving Savior on Sept. 2, 2024, at ThedaCare Appleton with his family and close friends by his side. Tommy was born on Nov. 2, 1969, at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital in Appleton, […]
