Tuesday Iola-Scandinavia news items
Around Town DRAGONFLIES & DAISIES: This business will have a Holiday Open House Dec. 1-2 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. It is located next to JR’s Sport Shop at 185 East State Street in Iola. For information call 715-412-0596. DECA JUDGES NEEDED: On Friday, January 5, the Iola-Scandinavia DECA chapter will compete in the annual District […]
Monday Iola-Scandinavia news briefs
Around Town ALL-CONFERENCE CROSS COUNTRY: Iola-Scandinavia athletes being named All-Conference this season are: Charlie Vater, First Team; Ben Beck, First Team; and Jack Beck, Third Team. Congratulations! KRISTIAN WELCH: Kristian Welch was named one of the Team Captains for the Green Bay Packers in Week 11 for the game against the Chargers. Congratulations! IOLA FITNESS […]
The week ahead for Iola-Scandinavia
In addition to the Thanksgiving Holiday, the week ahead also features events celebrating the start of the Christmas season. November 19 In a harmonious blend of music and community, the Iola-Scandinavia area kicks off the week with Vinyl Sunday at Odin & Freja’s Place in Scandinavia. Residents gather to enjoy the nostalgic tunes spun on […]
Friday Iola-Scandinavia news tidbits
Around Town CHRISTMAS PARADE ENTRIES: Groups and organizations wishing to be in the annual Iola Christmas Parade should contact Jeannine Harbridge at 715-281-5450 or jharbridge@tds.net. Deadline is Nov. 25. SCANDINAVIA CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING: The tree lighting for the Village of Scandinavia will be on Saturday, Nov. 25, at 4 p.m. It is on the lot […]
Wednesday Iola-Scandinavia news items
Around Town CHRISTMAS PARADE: The Iola Lions and Iola-Scandinavia Chamber will host their annual Christmas Parade & Santa Visit on Saturday, Dec. 2. The parade will start at 4:30 p.m. After the parade the festivities will continue at the Iola Historical Society Machine Shed building with a visit from Santa. Kids will receive a free […]
Iola-Scandinavia events for the Week of Nov. 12
There are many activities throughout of communities to enjoy this time of year. Here’s an overview of what’s ahead this week. November 12 This day promises to be a day filled with music to enjoy. It’s “Vinyl Sunday” at Odin & Freja’s Place in Scandinavia, where residents can immerse themselves in the nostalgic tunes of […]
Local publisher Joe Jones publishes autobiography
Joe Jones came to Iola to work at Krause Publications. Over the years there, he established a reputation as a great advertising salesman and a community leader. Later, Joe established his own publishing business based upon RV camping and Jones Publishing grew from there. Eventually, Joe sold his business to his daughter-in-law Diana, who continues […]
Wednesday Iola-Scandinavia news items
Around Town TOYS FOR TOTS: The annual Toys for Tots collection program for unopened and unwrapped gifts for children started Nov. 1. These gifts should be “age-appropriate toys”. One of the collection locations is the Iola Village Library. Business hour changes SCANDIHUS: Monday thru Friday 7 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Closed Sunday. Job […]
