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Around Town HATCH LAKE RAFFLE: Hatch Lake raffle tickets are available at JR’s Sport Shop in Iola. They are $2 each or three for $5. The raffle finances fish stocking and lake restoration. First prize is $500, second $100, third $50 and fourth and fifth $25 each. The drawing will be on Saturday, Feb.21, at […]
By Scandinavia Public Library The Scandinavia Public Library’s Book Group will meet on Tuesday, Jan. 27, to discuss the Pulitzer Prize and National Book Award-winning novel “James” by Percival Everett. Fika (beverages and treats) begins at 3:40 p.m., with the discussion following at 4 p.m. Copies of “James” are available to pick up at the […]
Around Town IOLA WINTER CARNIVAL UPDATE: The Iola Winter Carnival is back, bringing our community together for a weekend rich in tradition and memorable moments. This year’s event promises a joyful atmosphere with family-oriented activities, a variety of local vendors, delicious food, and plenty of winter cheer for everyone to enjoy. Don’t miss your chance […]
Doris Hansen September 14, 1930 — December 23, 2025 With heavy hearts, we share that Doris Hansen (nee. Hanson) passed away peacefully on Dec. 23, 2025. We were fortunate to celebrate her 95th birthday with her in September. That day, like every day, she filled the room with her infectious smile and sparkle in […]
Dennis W. Erickson June 22, 1939 — December 19, 2025 Dennis W. Erickson, 86, of Scandinavia, Wisconsin, passed peacefully on Dec. 19, 2025. He was born June 22, 1939, in the Town of Harrison, to Ernest and Bernice (Loken) Erickson. Dennis grew up in the Iola and Scandinavia area. He was the second oldest of […]
By US Rep. Tony Wied It’s one of the most beloved Christmas traditions – watching Santa’s sleigh as he makes his way across the globe on Christmas Eve, guided by NORAD’s Santa Tracker. But did you know it all started with a wrong number? Back in 1955, Sears placed an advertisement in a Colorado Springs newspaper with […]
Around Town DEATH NOTICE: Dennis W. Erickson, 86, of Scandinavia, passed away on Friday, Dec.19, 2025. The visitation for Dennis will be held at Voie Funeral Home in Iola on Tuesday, Dec. 23, from 9-10:45 a.m., followed by the funeral service at the funeral home at 11 a.m. The Rev. Mark Sabin will officiate. Interment […]
Around Town NEW YEAR’S HIKE: The Portage/Waupaca Counties IATA Chapter would like to invite you to bring in the New Year with a hike along one of the prettiest IAT segments in our area on Thursday, Jan. 1, at the Iola Winter Sports Club from noon to 2:30 p.m. There will be hot chocolate and […]
Around Town LUTEFISK SUPPER MEETING: Tonight at 6 p.m. there will be a Lutefisk Supper meeting for the Iola Winter Carnival at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church at 6 p.m., in the basement. There will be sign-up sheets available for volunteers. BTW, there will be an additional 100 seats for this year’s dinner! LUTEFISK SUPPER SEEKS […]
Around Town Around the State TOMCZYK COMMITTEE APPOINTMENT: State Sen. Cory Tomczyk (R-Mosinee) has been named Vice-Chair of the Special Committee on Oversight of the Wisconsin Department of Justice. Tomczyk pledged to ensure transparency and accountability, and to investigate Attorney General Josh Kaul’s actions, emphasizing the Legislature’s duty to oversee executive agencies. TRUMP AIDS […]
