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Around Town OUR READERSHIP: How many readers does HeadspringIS.com really have? Iola-Scandinavia School District referendum story on March 23: 4,013; Iola-Scandinavia School Board candidates’ story on March 25: 2,500; Meet the Village of Iola Trustee candidates’ story, March 26: 2,058. RABIES VACCINATIONS: Town of Scandinavia residents, in accordance with Wisconsin statutes, chapter 174.05 and chapter […]
Around Town SAVE THE DATE: The Iola Citywide Rummage Sale will be held May 14-17. The sale covers rummage sales in the Iola-Scandinavia area. The cost to be on the map is $10. Go here for the form to register. The Waupaca Citywide Rummage Sale will also be held on those dates. TRADING POST CLOSING: […]
Around Town Job Opportunities IOLA-SCANDINAVIA SCHOOL DISTRICT: Iola-Scandinavia currently has the following positions open: Food Service Assistant (dishwasher/prep/server), apply here; Part-Time Special Education Route Driver, apply here; Substitute Teachers, apply here; and Substitute Support Staff, apply here. Around the County Around the State PFAS LEGISLATION: The Wisconsin Senate unanimously passed legislation Tuesday, March 17, that, […]
Around Town SHUTDOWN: Most businesses are closed today, the school district is closed, and there is a tow ban throughout the county. NIKE INDOOR NATIONALS: Jensen Rice and Aiden Bowen competed at Nike Indoor Nationals this past weekend. Congratulations on your performance! Job Opportunities IOLA-SCANDINAVIA SCHOOL DISTRICT: Iola-Scandinavia currently has the following positions open: Food […]
Around Town ALL-CONFERENCE PLAYERS: Basketball players at Iola-Scandinavia High School have been recognized. They are Korz Loken, 1st Team; R.J. Opperman, 2nd Team; Charlie Tappa, Honorable Mention; and Ava Printz, Honorable Mention. Congratulations! HE’S BACK: Iola-Scandinavia native Kristian Welch has signed with the Green Bay Packers. Looking forward to his contributions to the team this […]
Around Town Around the County ROAD WEIGHT RESTRICTIONS: Casey Beyersdorf, Highway Commissioner for Waupaca County Highway Department, has announced that Spring weight limit restrictions will begin Monday, March 9, at 12:01 a.m. When the highways become firm, the Spring weight limit restrictions will be lifted. GROUNDWATER CONTAMINATION: Waupaca County Republican Party chair and ag businessman […]
Around Town IOLA AUTHOR TARGETED: Mark Moran, an antiques appraiser and author based in Iola, says someone impersonated him online in an attempt to solicit paid speaking engagements under his name. Moran, who has appeared on “Antiques Roadshow” and has written 25 books on collectibles — covering topics including vintage dolls, pottery, and furniture — […]
Around Town RECREATION PLAN FOR IOLA: The Village of Iola is developing an Outdoor Recreation Plan to guide park improvements and secure grants. Proposed projects include ATV trails, a kayak launch, murals, a splash pad, holiday lights, livestream cameras, a farmers market, an amphitheater, an ice rink, and upgrades to Taylor Field. Read the Waupaca […]
Around Town NEW BUSINESS: Iola-Scandinavia native and military veteran Josh Bauer has opened Best in the Valley Plumbing. “This isn’t just about starting a business for me. It’s about building something for my family, serving my community, and showing my kids what it looks like to bet on yourself, work hard, and trust God throughout […]
Challengers are running for seats on the boards of the Village of Iola and the Village of Scandinavia. However, only incumbents Vanessa Kirmse and Laura Krogwold are running for two seats on the School District of Iola-Scandinavia Board. Vying for three seats as a village trustee in Iola are Erikka Flowers, David Harper, Mark McCoy, […]
