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Judge Wisnicky rules in favor of sand mine permit On Thursday, Oct. 30, Kewaunee County Judge Jeffrey Wisnicky delivered his decision in the closely-watched case of anti-Iola Sand Mine parties v. Iola Car Show, affirming the Waupaca County Board of Adjustment’s approval of a sand mine permit for Faulks Bros. Construction, Inc. and the Iola […]
Around Town NEW FISHING PIER: Veterans Memorial Park will see a fishing pier into Lake Iola as a result of new fundraising efforts, with Holly Neumann spearheading the effort. Read the Waupaca County News story here. TOT SWIM CLASS: Openings are available for the parent and tot swim class, which starts today from 6-6:30 p.m. […]
Around Town KRISTIAN WELCH: With the long-term injury to Packers special teams linebacker Nick Niemann, Iola’s Kristian Welch has been eyed as a possible replacement. Kristian is currently on the team’s practice squad. Read the Dairyland Express story here. Around the State PRISON OVERHAUL: Gov. Tony Evers has a sweeping plan to overhaul Wisconsin’s aging […]
Around Town VILLAGE OF IOLA ACTION: On Oct. 1, the Working Board of the Village of Iola passed the following: A mural ordinance; prohibition of bikes, scooters, and e-scooters on the Iola Lions River Walk; and Chapter 90 Bicycles and other play vehicles ordinance. On Oct. 7, the village Joint Personnel and Finance Committee recommended […]
Around Town Around the County RENAMING MANAWA POST OFFICE: Congressman Tony Wied introduced legislation to rename a post office in Waupaca County after local World War II hero Master Sergeant Melvin O. Handrich. M/Sgt. Handrich’s sustained personal bravery, consummate courage, and gallant self-sacrifice reflect untold glory upon himself and the heroic traditions of the military […]
Around Town TAYLOR FIELD IMPROVEMENTS: Taylor Field’s infield project has been completed! Part of the project was a sprinkler system, which was worked on by Greg Krogwold and Eddie Bonikowske. SWIM TEAM INTEREST: Do you have a child interested in joining the Iola-Scandinavia swim team? Go here for parents’ meeting information, season dates, and registration […]
Around Town TAYLOR FIELD IMPROVEMENTS: Taylor Field’s infield is being refurbished, and more improvements are being made. This is a joint project oof the Iola-Scandinavia School District, Iola Recreational Association, and Village of Iola, and other dedicated partners. SAVE THE DATE: The Mary Lou Melby Memorial Book Sale at the Scandinavia Public Library will be […]
Around Town CROSS COUNTRY SECTIONALS: The Iola-Scandinavia High School varsity cross-country athletes are gearing up for the Sectional meet this Saturday, Oct. 25, held at Meadow Links Golf Course, located at 1540 Johnston Dr., Manitowoc. The varsity boys’ race will begin at 11:30 a.m., followed by the varsity girls’ race at 12:30 p.m. The top […]
Around Town SCAM ALERT: As the holiday season approaches, experts are urging consumers to stay vigilant about unexpected packages. While receiving gifts from retail stores or loved ones is common, authorities caution that a package from an unknown sender — especially one without a return address — could be a sign of a scam attempt. […]
