Waupaca celebrates America’s Independence Day with parade, fireworks

Waupaca’s 4th of July Celebration will be held on Thursday, July 4, with the traditional parade at 10 a.m. on Main Street and fireworks at dusk over Shadow Lake. The parade route will begin on Mill Street at Elm Street and continue south on Main Street ending at Lake Street. The Grand Marshal entry for […]

New Jazz Jam format at LittleWolf Gallery

PRESS RELEASE LittleWolf is excited to announce a NEW Jazz Jam, hosted by A Joyful Little Band. This vintage jazz-based Jam will likely be a monthly event here at LittleWolf, with Saturday, June 29, being the first. Simply put, the Omernik’s encourage music to be played as a part of life. They are a great […]

Tick Inventory study launched by Marshfield Clinic

Get your pre-paid collection kit By Marshfield Clinic Health System As summer holidays, vacations and outdoor activities hit high gear, scientists at Marshfield Clinic Research Institute are asking the public to submit ticks for the Tick Inventory via Citizen Science (TICS). TICS was launched in April to survey the distribution of tick species in Wisconsin, […]

Wednesday Iola-Scandinavia news shorts

Around Town MEET THE FLEET: Emergency responders and their vehicles will gather at the Iola Car Show grounds on Tuesday, July 23, from 4-7 p.m. Straight Whiskey Serenade will provide music. There will be children’s activities and various equipment demonstrations by emergency personnel. Facebook Clips

Scandinavia dominates Winneconne in seven-inning blowout

In a decisive Week 9 matchup of the Badger Amateur Baseball Association’s Central Division, Scandinavia crushed Winneconne 11-1 in just seven innings. The game, played on June 23, saw Scandinavia’s offense firing on all cylinders, while their pitcher Ben Lee delivered a standout performance on the mound. The Vikings set the tone early with a […]

Marlin Robert Hines obituary

Marlin Robert Hines December 18, 1932 – June 22, 2024 Marlin Robert Hines, 91, of Iola, Wisconsin, passed away on Saturday, June 22, 2024. He resided at The Willows in Iola where he was known as “the gentleman.” He was born on Dec. 18, 1932, in Marne, Michigan, to George and Mary Esther (Robinson) Hines. […]

Letter: Iola Sand Mine appeal to go before county Board of Adjustment

By Greg Ambrosius The next step in the appeal process of the Iola Car Show sand mine permit has been established: It’s now onto the Waupaca County Board of Adjustment. In a surprise announcement on Wednesday, June 19, Outagamie County Judge Vincent Biskupic granted the Motion to Dismiss the appeal in Circuit Court to the […]

Judith Marilyn Jorgesen Lee obituary

Judith Marilyn Jorgesen Lee January 31, 1933 – May 30, 2024 Judith Marilyn Jorgesen passed away at the age of 91 on May 30, 2024, at Tamarack Court, in Bemidji, Minnesota. A celebration of life will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, June 28, with visitation from 10-11 a.m. at First Lutheran Church in […]