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Around Town SCAM ALERT: A woman is reportedly going door to door offering free dish soap in Iola and Scandinavia. Police indicate such schemes may involve overpriced products, false charity claims, or attempts to gather information. Residents should avoid sharing personal details and report suspicious solicitors, vehicles, or travel directions. One person indicated she was […]
Around Town NEW PASTOR: Freddie Kirk is the new pastor at Iola United Methodist Church. She and her husband, Harry, have a dog and a cat. Welcome to Iola-Scandinavia! IOLA-SCANDINAVIA CHAMBER announced the third annual Back to Class Family Week, running Aug. 22-28 at 180 S. Main St. with localized programming, promotions, and family activities. […]
Tom Tiffany and David Crowley topped the vote in Waupaca County in contested races for governor in the Aug. 11 primary election, according to unofficial results. On the Republican side, Tiffany received 5,486 votes countywide to Andy Manske’s 211. Tiffany led in every reported municipality, including 159-1 in Iola Township and 132-8 in Iola Village. […]
Around Town LIQUOR LICENSE APPLICATION: Station Iola LLC has applied for a combination Class “A” retail beer and intoxicating liquor license for July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027. The application, filed by agent Himmat Dhillon, covers sales at 140 Depot St. in the Village of Iola, Waupaca County. The Iola Village Board of Trustees […]
Around Town LIKE GOLF?: Silver Lake Lanes has one 4-person team opening this Saturday, Aug. 8th, and had a team drop. Charlie’s Golf Tournament sponsors Iola Scandinavia School Spor, Booster Club, and School Lunch Program!! Please call me 715 281 4774 ASAP. Around the County MANAWA RESIDENTS criticize planned Flock Safety automated license plate cameras […]
Around Town JOHNSON’S BARBERSHOP: Adam Johnson raised $300 for the Historical Society of Scandinavia by cutting hair at the Scandinavia Corn Roast. Thank you, Adam! VIKINGS HERE FIRST: Scientists have confirmed that Vikings arrived in Canada 500 years before Columbus. They were active in Newfoundland in 1021. The evidence came from three pieces of wood […]
Around Town ART CLASS: Carolyn Rosenberger will conduct a watercolor painting class on Tuesday, Aug. 11, at Lessons from the Art in Iola. Students will create a rocky stream framed by tall trees, merging with a quiet forest in the distance. Cost is $25, and all supplies are furnished. TRAIL SERIES FINALE: The Iola Winter […]
Around Town SCANDINAVIA CORN ROAST approaches this weekend. Organizers finalized plans for the July 31-Aug. 2 event featuring a parade, wood carving, tractor pulls, carnival rides, Cob Run and more family activities at Scandinavia Memorial Park. Around the County NEW LONDON POLICE OFFICER Jenna Kriewaldt received the department’s Lifesaving Award. City Council and the Police […]
Around Town HONOR FLIGHT: Iola’s Fred Guyant was a veteran who flew with several others on the 2026 Medal of Honor Veteran Flight that took place during the EAA Convention. Her was greeted upon return by two of his grandsons, who are serving in the National Guard. Noah (left) and Ethan Olson were his escorts through […]
Around Town LIBRARY NOTICE: One last reminder to place holds on library materials you might want by early on Monday, July 27! You’ll still be able to place new holds between July 28–Aug. 6, but they won’t be filled until the new InfoSoup catalog launches on Aug. 19. SCANDINAVIA CORN ROAST APPROACHES: Organizers finalize plans […]
