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February 19 On Presidents’ Day in the Iola-Scandinavia area, the Scandinavia Public Library will be closed. The day kicks off with the Naomi Circle meeting at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church starting at 1:30 p.m. Later in the evening, the Iola-Scandinavia High School JV/Varsity Boys Basketball team will host Laona-Wabeno at 5 p.m. Simultaneously, the Iola […]
Around Town SCHOOL DISTRICT REFERENDUM: There are three informational meetings scheduled about the forthcoming Iola-Scandinavia School District referendum. They are Feb. 19 at the Iola Lions Club meeting, and Feb. 29 and March 18 at the high school. Also being investigated are Coffee with Chris sessions at local businesses. COACH RESIGNATION: Emily Draska has given […]
Iola-Scandinavia High School softball coach Tom Anderson was inducted into the Wisconsin Fastpitch Softball Coaches Association (WFSCA) Hall of Fame on Saturday evening, February 10th in Wisconsin Dells. He was presented by long-time assistant coach Stacy Bestul, daughter Brooke Manley, and son Brett Anderson. Anderson is entering his 33rd year as head softball coach at […]
Around Town YOUTH TRAP LEAGUE: There will be an informational meeting for Iola-Scandinavia Middle and High School students who want to participate in the Wisconsin State High School Clay Target League. The meeting will start at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 25, at the Iola Conservation Club. OLD PRESCRIPTION PILL BOTTOLES NEEDED: The Iola United […]
Around Town ICE CARVING WINNERS: The top spots for ice carving at the Iola Winer Carnival include Viking Photo Op by Sara Griena Skadsen 1st, Winter Cabin Landscape by Bryce Meade 2nd, and Bobcat Laura by Chris and Kevin Burkley. Congratulations! BEST CHILI IN IOLA: The winner of the Chili Cookoff Contest at the Iola […]
Around Town WALLEYE SPAWNING PROTECTION: The WI-DNR is holding a hearing on Monday, Feb. 5, about seasonal refuges in walleye spawning marshes connected to the Wolf River in Waupaca County. See the proposal draft here. ROSEMALING: An interesting article on local rosemaling artists in the Waupaca County Post can be read here. GOT TALENT: Nest […]
Around Town CARNIVAL ACTIVITIES CANCELLED: The events at IWSC have all been cancelled due to the deteriorating winter weather. We remain hopeful to reschedule all events as and if we can. Canceled are the following: Wednesday’s Community Night Ski; Friday’s Snowbully race; Saturday’s Skijoring, kids race/ski, and Luminary Snowshoe/hike; and Sunday’s ski jumping. The Raffle […]
Around Town SAVE THE DATE: First Annual Emilio’s Ride has been set for June 8 and is sponsored by Happy Daaze Bar & Grill. Kickstands up at 11 a.m. Anyone who wants to donate money, gift baskets, gift certificates, or anything for the raffle, it can be dropped off at the bar. SNOWMOBILE SHOW: The […]
There are numerous interesting events in Iola-Scandinavia in the week ahead, including the Iola Winter Carnival! January 29 Kick-start your day with the Strong Bones class at I-S Fitness & Aquatic Center at 8 a.m., promoting a healthy lifestyle for $38 per session. Follow it up with a serene Yoga session at the Center For […]
