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IOLA CAR SHOW UNDERWAY. The 54th annual Iola Car Show & Swap Meet opened Thursday, July 9, at 350 Chrome Place in Iola with gates at 7 a.m. The event features thousands of show cars, swap spaces, special guests, live music, and family activities through Saturday. Admission $20 daily or $30 for the weekend.

GOATS TACKLE INVASIVES. A herd of nearly 50 goats returned to Iola to clear buckthorn along the Lions River Walk, supporting local conservation efforts.

CHAMBER RECOGNIZES FANS. The Iola-Scandinavia Chamber recognized its top fans at the opening of the Iola Car Show.

Around the County

FEMA AID APPROVED FOR WAUPACA FLOOD VICTIMS. President Donald Trump approved nearly $23 million in federal disaster assistance for Waupaca County residents and businesses impacted by historic April flooding. Homeowners, renters, and nonprofits can now apply for grants and low-interest SBA loans for repairs. (Source: WBAY)

NEW LONDON LIBRARY DEDICATION RECENT. New London officially dedicated its new public library and downtown hub on June 27 after years of planning, creating a modern community resource. (Source: Waupaca County Post)

IOLA GOATS CLEAR BUCKTHORN. A herd of nearly 50 goats returned to Iola to tackle invasive buckthorn along the Lions River Walk, aiding local conservation in Waupaca County. (Source: Waupaca County Post)

CLINTONVILLE AMBULANCE MEETING. The Clintonville Area Ambulance Service held a quorum notice meeting Thursday amid ongoing local service discussions in Waupaca County. (Source: Town of Dupont)

Around the State

Here are the top overnight news stories from across Wisconsin:

MEDICAID FRAUD: Federal prosecutors say five people have been charged in a Wisconsin Medicaid fraud scheme tied to Milwaukee prenatal care companies. Authorities allege more than $15.5 million was stolen through false billing, kickbacks, and misuse of patient information. Convictions include operators of Here For You Prenatal Care Coordination Services, Caring Through Love, and another company, with restitution of more than $2.3 million, about $780,600, and $2.6 million. Fortunate Futures’ founder agreed to forfeit $4.3 million. (Source: MacIver Institute)

GUNS STOLEN IN KRONENWETTER. Marathon County Crime Stoppers seeks tips on the theft of nine guns from a Kronenwetter home. Authorities ask the public for information to aid the investigation. (Source: WSAW)

JOHN DEERE REACHES REPAIR SETTLEMENT. The U.S. Department of Justice settled with John Deere, requiring the company to provide software and repair resources to farmers and independent shops nationwide. (Source: WSAW)

DOG KILLED IN I-41 CRASH. A driver was injured, and her dog was killed in a head-on crash with a semi on Interstate 41 in Oshkosh involving a wrong-way driver. (Source: WBAY)

BLACK BEAR SIGHTINGS INCREASING. The DNR warns of black bears moving farther south into populated areas as populations grow, urging residents to secure trash and feeders. (Source: WBAY)

DE PERE HIGH SCHOOL FLOODED. Parts of De Pere High School flooded, forcing closure. The gym and auditorium remained open while officials assessed damage. (Source: WBAY)

MILWAUKEE SHOOTING UPDATE. An 18-year-old faces charges in a Fourth of July weekend police shooting in downtown Milwaukee. Police continue investigating related incidents. (Source: FOX6)

LAKE GENEVA BOAT ACCIDENT. Three children killed in a Lake Geneva boat accident have been identified. A fundraiser supports the families. (Source: FOX6)

Today in History

Here are 10 notable moments from Today in History:

1776 GEORGE WASHINGTON ORDERS the Declaration of Independence read to Continental Army troops in Manhattan, New York, as British forces mass on Staten Island ahead of the Battle of Long Island. (Source: historical records)

1816 ARGENTINA DECLARES independence from Spain in Tucuman, marking the formal break from colonial rule after years of revolutionary struggle.

1868 THE 14TH AMENDMENT to the U.S. Constitution is ratified, granting citizenship to all persons born or naturalized in the United States and ensuring due process and equal protection.

1877 THE FIRST WIMBLEDONtennis tournament begins at the All England Croquet and Lawn Tennis Club in England, with Spencer Gore winning the inaugural men’s singles title.

1937 THE FIRST PRACTICAL helicopter, the Focke-Wulf Fw 61, makes its maiden flight in Germany, demonstrating controlled hovering and forward flight capabilities.

1943 ALLIED FORCES launched the invasion of Sicily in Operation Husky during World War II, opening a major new front in Europe against the Axis powers.

1958 THE BILLBOARD chart-topping song shifts as various hits claim the No. 1 spot on this date across decades, reflecting evolving American popular music tastes.

1979 VOYAGER 2 makes its closest approach to Jupiter during its grand tour, sending back detailed images and data that transform understanding of the gas giant and its moons.

1983 THE POLICE single “Every Breath You Take” reaches No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, holding the top spot for eight weeks and becoming a global cultural phenomenon.

2006 FIAT ORGANIZES the largest parade of Fiat cars in Italy to celebrate the new Fiat 500 launch, drawing hundreds of classic and modern models in a record event.