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The Helvetia Town Board will convene its regular monthly meeting at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 7, at the Helvetia Town Hall, E2544 County Road GG, Iola, Wisconsin. The public meeting will cover a range of municipal matters, including land-use planning, road maintenance updates, town hall projects, and preparations for the 2026 budget hearing. The […]
State Sen. Tomczyk highlights key budget investments and legislative priorities As autumn arrives in Central and Northern Wisconsin, State Sen. Cory Tomczyk (R-29th District) has outlined significant developments in the state budget and the legislative initiatives he is advancing this session. His update focuses on major investments aimed at enhancing local infrastructure, providing economic relief, […]
Around Town WATERCOLOR CLASS: Local artist Carolyn Rosenberger will offer a watercolor class on Monday, Oct. 13, at Lessons From the Art. The painting will be of a colorful autumn landscape featuring barn buildings set against a wooded background. Cost is $25 and includes all supplies. SAVE THE DATE: Halloween Spooktacular will be held on […]
Rep. Brent Jacobson reports on recent legislative actions State Rep. Brent Jacobson of Madison has announced his support for Assembly Bill 380, which aims to prevent judges suspended for criminal misconduct from continuing to receive their salaries. The bill comes in the wake of the recent suspension of Milwaukee Circuit Court Judge Hannah Dugan, who […]
By Greg Ambrosius On Wednesday, Oct. 1, we filed our response brief to Kewaunee County Judge Jeffrey Wisnicky, the final brief in this three-year battle over the Faulks Bros. sand mine permit for the Iola Car Show grounds. Our brief starts out this way: “The Waupaca County Board of Adjustment (the “Board”) granted the conditional […]
Kevin Mork May 13, 1969 – October 1, 2025 Kevin “Swamp” S. Mork, 56, of Scandinavia, Wisconsin, passed away on Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025. He was born on May 13, 1969, in Iola, Wisconsin, to Pamela (Mork) Madson.Kevin was an avid pool shooter, playing on multiple leagues in the area. He was a talented artist. […]
Around Town FALL LUNCHEON BUFFET: As a sure sign of fall, Our Savior’s Lutheran Church ladies will hold their traditional Fall Luncheon Buffet on Wednesday, Oct. 8, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Adults are $10, children are $3, and children under 3 are free. DONATIONS NEEDED: The Thirsty Perch, Iola restaurant and music venue, lost its […]
By Trey Foerster Publisher, HeadspringIS.com As we mark the 85th celebration of National Newspaper Week in 2025 on Oct. 5-11, it is both a moment of reflection and a call to action for our community. For nearly a century, National Newspaper Week has recognized the essential role newspapers play in informing citizens, fostering civic engagement, […]
Around Town WITCHES PADDLE: Iola Mills wants to set the dates for the 2025 Witches & Wizards Paddle on Lake Iola. Join in on the water (BYO boats/boards) or on the shores at Iola Mills. Please cast your votes on possible dates by Friday, Oct. 5, and we’ll get it on the calendar. HOMECOMING: It’s […]
Iola-Scandinavia’s cross-country team turned in standout performances Friday, Sept. 26, at the Nightfall Classic at RiverEdge Golf Course, highlighted by senior Ben Beck’s dominant run to win the boys’ 5,000-meter race. Beck crossed the finish line in 16 minutes, 4.25 seconds, securing first place and setting the pace for a competitive field. His victory anchored […]