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Around Town VIKINGS ADVANCE: The Scandinavia Vikings defeated Clintonville 14-3 to advance to the BABA Grand Championship against the Antigo Polar Bears. Game is set for Sunday, Sept. 3, at 2 p.m. at Kretz Field in Antigo. SCANDINAVIA BOOK CLUB: “The Family Chao” by Lan Samantha Chang is the new Book for the Month for […]
Here is a roundup of the happenings around Iola-Scandinavia for the week of Aug. 28-Sept. 3. August 28 Residents of Iola-Scandinavia had the opportunity to start their day with a peaceful and rejuvenating yoga session at the Center For Living Well. The session, held at 9 a.m., allowed participants to stretch, relax, and engage in […]
Around Town AHERST CC MEET CANCELED: The I-S Cross Country meet in Amherst for today, Thursday, Aug. 24, has been cancelled due to the heat forecast. OPEN HOUSE: The Iola-Scandinavia High School Open House will be held on Wednesday, Aug. 30, from 5:30-7 p.m. Check out the gym refurbishment and the updated Technical Education (shop) […]
Around Town SCOUTS HELP IHS: Local Scouts helped remove dead trees and brush along the river behind Iola Historical Society buildings. Thanks Scouts! BEER SIGN NEEDED: The Scandinavia Booster Club is seeking the help of area residents to locate a 40×40-inch beer sign to go atop the Corn Roast Beer Stand. The Old Style needs […]
Udated Aug. 22, 9:51 a.m. A single-engine aircraft crashed at Central County Airport on Saturday, August 19, around 12:57 p.m., according to the Waupaca County Sheriff’s Department. The plane overturned while landing and it proved fatal to the pilot. Bruce Flannery, a 78-year-old pilot from Gladstone, Mich., piloted the plane. Responding in addition to the […]
Around Town SAVE THE DATE: Snapping Turtle Adventure Triathlon, Iola Winter Sports Club, noon start with 2 mile trail run, 7 mile gravel/hybrid ride to Iola Mills, 2 mile paddle, $30 per individual, $90 for 3-person relay teams. Register by Sept. 8 at noon here. BASEBALL PLAYOFF GAME: The Scandinavia Vikings host the New London […]
Around Town BEADED WIRE TREES: Created beaded wire trees at the Scandinavia Public Library on Saturday, Aug. 19, from 9:30 a.m.-noon. Choose one of two different tree styles, then learn the beading and wire twisting skills to make it. The library will provide a variety of wire, beads, and anchoring stones. Add in your own […]
Iola-Scandinavia will witness a variety of events as sports activities kick off this week, promising a blend of community engagement, athleticism, and creative expression. August 14 The week begins with a burst of sports energy as the Iola-Scandinavia High School Volleyball team sets off their season with a spirited game at 9 a.m. A little […]
Around Town WILIAMS AUTHORS POETRY BOOK: Iola’s Patricia Williams has published a new book of poems entitled “Rejection to Acceptance: 57 Poems That Finally Made It.” It is available via Amazon. She also has a new website you can view here. Job Opportunities SCANDIHUS: Weekday and Saturday help needed, bring in resume and availability or […]
Around Town DOG PARK RAFFFLE: Iola Dog Park volunteers are selling a calendar raffle to garner additional funds to finish the park. You can get tickets at the Iola Village Hall and area businesses. Job Opportunities IOLA-SCANDINAVIA SCHOOL DISTRICT: Iola-Scandinavia School District has openings in the following positions: Elementary Education Assistant go here, and Middle […]
