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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. […]
Around Town ANNUAL SCHOOL BOARD MEETING: The annual meeting of the Iola-Scandinavia School District will be held on Monday, Oct. 13, at 6 p.m. in the Iola-Scandinavia High School Auditorium. The complete agenda and reports are available here. SCHOOL FUNDRAISERS: There are a number of fundraisers for school groups, including sponsorship sales for the musical, […]
Around Town SAVE THE DATE: The Halloween Victorian House Tour and Craft Show will be held Oct. 25-26 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at 255 Mill Street in Scandinavia. There will be a $3 donation at the door for the Waupaca County Humane Society. Around the County ROBOTIC OPEN HOUSE: ThedaCare Medical Center-Waupaca will host an […]
Around Town RURAL ROAD REPAIR: Are there local roads in your community that need repairs? If they are used by farmers or the agricultural industry, then your local government could apply for the Agricultural Road Improvement Program (ARIP), according to State Rep. Brent Jacobson. “Last session, the 87th Assembly District received millions of dollars through […]
