Around Town
40TH ANNIVERSARY: It’s been 40 years since a police officer was murdered in an Iola cemetery, but the investigation into who killed him continues — and so does his memory. Read the FOX 11 story here. Featured is an interview with Iola’s Chuck Fritz.
WATERCOLOR PAINTING: Local watercolor artist Carolyn Rosenberger will offer a class on Monday, July 21, starting at 9:30 a.m. at Lessons from the Art in Iola. Cost of $25 for all materials. The painting will be of a peaceful summer scene of an inlet with flowers and trees. To sign up for the class, contact Rosenberger at carolynrosenberger@gmasil.com.
Job Opportunities
BARTENDERS/SERVERS: Rustic Grill at Glacier Woods is currently looking for full-time and part-time bartenders/servers. Available to work mornings, nights, and some weekends. Bartender/server experience preferred, but willing to train the right candidate. Stop in for an application!
Around the County
GRAND OPENING: Empty Barrel Distillery will officially open its doors to the public on Thursday, July 17. Empty Barrel Distillery will be the first-ever distillery and tasting room to open in downtown Waupaca! A ribbon-cutting ceremony will take place at 2:30 p.m. Doors will open to the public at 4 p.m., with the distillery operating until 9 p.m. Guests are invited to explore the new space and enjoy Empty Barrel’s first offerings, including moonshine and whiskey.
Around the State
PHONE SCAM: The Waupaca County Sheriff’s Department has received reports of a phone scam where individuals are impersonating members of the Waupaca County Sheriff’s Office. The caller may use real officer names and claim there are outstanding warrants, missed jury duty, or legal issues that require immediate payment. They often demand gift cards, wire transfers, or other suspicious methods. This is a scam. The WCSD office will never call and ask for payment over the phone or request personal financial information.
CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT REDRAW: A new lawsuit seeking to redraw Wisconsin’s congressional district boundary lines was filed on Tuesday, less than two weeks after the state Supreme Court declined to hear a pair of other lawsuits that asked for redistricting before the 2026 election. The latest lawsuit was filed in Dane County Circuit Court. Read the WMTV story here.
SHIPWRECK DISCOVERED: A survey of a Wisconsin river led to the accidental discovery of a shipwreck that sank in the area over a century ago. The wreck is likely that of the L.W. Crane. Read the CBS News story here.
Because
FLOOD RELIEF: The Rotary Club of Waupaca is working with Rotary District 5840 to get relief to flood victims in Texas. That district is working directly with the Rotary Clubs of Kerrville, Texas. Make a secure online donation via credit card here. Make checks payable to: Rotary District 5840 Foundation, on the memo line indicate Disaster Relief. Mail to: Rotary District 5840 Foundation, P.O. Box 13, Boerne, TX 78006. Your generous contribution will: Provide immediate relief to affected families, support local Rotarians in cleanup and rebuilding efforts, and fund long-term recovery solutions within the communities.
