Around Town
SCHOOL DISTRICT NEWSLETTER latest edition has been released to the public. The Iola-Scandinavia School District published the October issue of the T-Bird Times, detailing information on student achievements, district finances, and the upcoming November operational referendum.
VILLAGE BOARD AUTHORIZES revitalization funding for small businesses. The Iola Village Board of Trustees approved $500 Spruce Up Business Assistance Grants at its regular meeting. Grant recipients include local downtown staples Too Dar’s Diner, Refocus Eyecare Center LLC and SKITO Saddle Pads.
LOCAL CAFE RECOGNIZED regionally for its standard of scratch-made baking. The Crystal Café at 126 N. Main St. in Iola earned a feature spotlight from Mid-Western regional travel and restaurant guides for its historic, four-generation pie production, spanning over 158 flavors.
Business Hours
THE CRYSTAL CAFÉ announced updated seasonal regular hours for its location at 126 N. Main St. The local restaurant is open Wednesday through Sunday from 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The restaurant remains closed Mondays and Tuesdays.
Around the County
CLINTONVILLE — Two major local manufacturers are moving forward with expansion projects expected to create more than 130 jobs. Mayor Jeannie Schley announced Hoffmaster plans to add 86,000 square feet and 100 positions, while Schutt Industries is also expanding. City officials are now seeking to increase housing options to accommodate the growth. (Source: WBAY)
TOWN OF UNION — Authorities have identified a fatal vehicle accident on Symco Road east of Bridge Road. A utility terrain vehicle carrying two occupants crashed with no other vehicles involved. First responders airlifted both individuals to ThedaCare Regional Medical Center in Neenah, where one occupant was later pronounced dead. The Waupaca County Sheriff’s Office is investigating. (Source: FOX 11)
WAUPACA — The Waupaca Community Arts Hub officially opened its newly renovated backyard space following a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Executive Director Carol Couillard celebrated the project, which features a park shelter, an outdoor performance patio, and a play area built by local high school students. (Source: WLUK)
NEW LONDON — Community leaders launched New London Chamber Day to highlight local business development and economic initiatives. The promotional event features mobile radio broadcasts showcasing regional employers, including the Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery and Macaport Printing, to encourage community commerce. (Source: WFRV)
Around the State
Here are the top overnight news stories from across Wisconsin:
BONDUEL – The associate principal of Bonduel Middle/High School in Shawano County has been arrested, following an investigation into alleged sexual misconduct. (Source: WAOW)
ADAMS-FRIENDSHIP – A Wisconsin school district is reeling after realizing it lost nearly $100,000 to what allegedly turned out to be a cyber scam. The Adams-Friendship Area School District in Wisconsin has put its business manager on leave after discovering it lost $92,000 to a cybercrime. (Source: WFRV)
MADISON ALDERS voted 14-6 early Wednesday morning to fire Interim Independent Police Monitor Aeiramique Glass after a marathon meeting that lasted more than 12 hours. The termination, effective immediately, follows a city review that cited performance issues, unauthorized contract hiring, and failure to follow municipal rules. (Source: WMTV)
A MILWAUKEE carjacking suspect died Tuesday afternoon when a police pursuit ended in a violent crash at 27th Street and Highland Boulevard. Police initiated the chase after a vehicle was stolen at gunpoint with a passenger inside. The passenger and another driver sustained minor injuries. (Source: FOX6)
A BOX truck fully engulfed in flames forced emergency crews to close northbound Interstate 41 early Wednesday morning in Fond du Lac County. Sheriff’s deputies and local fire departments responded to the scene near mile marker 90 in the Town of Byron at 1:50 a.m. (Source: TMJ4)
HEALTH OFFICIALS confirmed a new measles case in Richland County, expanding the state outbreak to eight counties and 289 total cases. The Department of Health Services reported six new cases this week alone, with the latest case linked to existing outbreaks in neighboring southern counties. (Source: WMTV)
STATE REGULATORS launched two new grant programs totaling $90 million to help local communities and private well owners sample for PFAS contamination. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources announced Wednesday it is accepting applications for the funds, which will support testing and well remediation. (Source: WPR)
THE MILWAUKEE Common Council unanimously approved a one-year moratorium on all new data center construction projects. Signed by Mayor Cavalier Johnson, the pause allows city planners time to draft updated zoning standards in response to growing environmental and public concerns over high-energy facilities. (Source: WPR)
THE WISCONSIN Rapids Common Council officially denied a crucial permit for the PNK Group’s proposed data center project. The council’s early morning decision effectively ends a months-long legal battle over the development of the controversial, high-power facility within city limits. (Source: WSAW 7)
CONSUMER PROTECTION officials issued a statewide warning Wednesday regarding seasonal door-to-door asphalt-paving scams. The state Division of Trade and Consumer Protection reported multiple incidents since September in which rogue crews took upfront money for low-quality driveway work and then disappeared. (Source: FOX6)
Today in History
Here are notable moments from Today in History:
1797 — THE FRIGATE USS Constitution, known as Old Ironsides, launched in Boston. The heavy, wooden-hulled vessel went on to serve the U.S. Navy during the War of 1812 and remains the world’s oldest commissioned naval vessel still afloat.
1805 — BRITISH NAVAL forces defeated a combined French and Spanish fleet at the Battle of Trafalgar off the coast of Spain. The decisive victory secured British maritime supremacy for a century, though Fleet Adm. Horatio Nelson was mortally wounded during the conflict.
1833 — SWEDISH CHEMIST Alfred Nobel, who invented dynamite and later established the Nobel Prizes, was born in Stockholm. Nobel held 355 patents during his lifetime and bequeathed most of his fortune to institute the prestigious international award program.
1927 — FORD MOTOR Co. assembled its first production Model A at its factory in Dearborn, Michigan. Designed to replace the legendary Model T, the new vehicle introduced critical automotive innovations, including safety glass and a standard three-speed manual transmission.
1945 — FRENCH WOMEN voted for the first time during the nation’s legislative election. This historic expansion of the electorate followed an April 1944 decree issued by the French provisional government led by Gen. Charles de Gaulle while in exile.
1959 — THE SOLOMON R. Guggenheim Museum opened to the public in New York. Designed by prominent architect Frank Lloyd Wright, the modern landmark features a unique, continuous spiral ramp that radically transformed traditional art gallery architecture and exhibition display.
1967 — SCOTTISH SINGER Lulu reached No. 1 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart with her single “To Sir With Love.” The track served as the theme song for the popular motion picture of the same name and became the year’s best-selling single.
1972 — AMERICAN ROCK pioneer Chuck Berry secured his first and only No. 1 hit on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart with the novelty song “My Ding-a-Ling.” The live recording achieved massive commercial success despite facing radio bans for its suggestive lyrics.
1980 — THE PHILADELPHIA Phillies captured their first World Series title in franchise history by defeating the Kansas City Royals 4-1 in Game 6. Relief pitcher Tug McGraw struck out Willie Wilson for the final out, securing the championship at Veterans Stadium.
2021 — CINEMATOGRAPHER HALYNA Hutchins was killed when a prop gun held by actor Alec Baldwin discharged on the Santa Fe, New Mexico, film set of the Western movie “Rust.” Director Joel Souza was also wounded in the accidental shooting incident.
