Todd Klassy

Todd Klassy

Todd Klassy studied journalism and marketing at UW–Whitewater before spending 18 years working in telecommunications. He later moved to Montana, where he built a successful career as a professional photographer and freelance magazine writer.

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New Glarus, Wisconsin
Historic Photo: Swiss Valley Orchard
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Historic Photo: Swiss Valley Orchard

Before Swiss Valley Orchard closed north of New Glarus, its chalet-style building, apple trees, cider, bakery and fall crowds made it one of the area’s most memorable rural destinations.

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2 Min
Edited by Todd Klassy, Staff
New Glarus Area Road Construction Tracker
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New Glarus Area Road Construction Tracker

This page is designed as a living guide to major road, bridge and street projects in and near New Glarus, with status labels, key locations and the latest public information on what is planned, underway or still being watched.

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4 Min
Edited by Todd Klassy, Staff
The Murder That Stunned New Glarus
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The Murder That Stunned New Glarus

In November 1882, farmer Henry Stuessy was found shot to death in the woods near New Glarus, setting off a murder case involving a hired hand, a wife, a confession and seven children left behind.

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3 Min
Edited by Todd Klassy, Staff
Recent Motorcycle Crashes Put Spring Safety Back in Focus
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Recent Motorcycle Crashes Put Spring Safety Back in Focus

Two recent motorcycle crashes in the area are a reminder for drivers to look twice, slow down and share the road as warmer weather brings more riders on to Wisconsin roads.

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2 Min
Edited by Todd Klassy, Staff
Sugar River Shuts Out Milton After TOPSoccer Celebration
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Sugar River Shuts Out Milton After TOPSoccer Celebration

Sugar River Raiders girls soccer pairs a community-focused day with a strong performance, earning a 2-0 non-conference win over Milton under sunny skies.

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1 Min
Edited by Todd Klassy, Staff
Whey is Big Business in Green County
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Whey is Big Business in Green County

Once treated as a cheesemaking byproduct, whey has become part of Green County’s advanced dairy economy, feeding protein demand, supporting processors and returning nutrients to farm fields.

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3 Min
Edited by Todd Klassy, Staff
Top 15 Hidden Gems in Green County
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Top 15 Hidden Gems in Green County

From squeaky warm cheese curds and old cemeteries to prairie remnants, toy trains, stone barns and aviation history, Green County is full of small places that reward the curious traveler.

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6 Min
Edited by Todd Klassy, Staff
Dain Walter Lands Rookie Minicamp Shot with Packers & Bears
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Dain Walter Lands Rookie Minicamp Shot with Packers & Bears

After going undrafted in the 2026 NFL Draft, New Glarus native Dain Walter quickly landed a rookie minicamp opportunity with the Green Bay Packers & Chicago Bears.

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5 Min
Edited by Todd Klassy, Staff
Geocaching Could Put New Glarus on the Map
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Geocaching Could Put New Glarus on the Map

A GPS-powered treasure hunt already has fans in New Glarus, and supporters say it could help families, visitors and local businesses discover more of the village.

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3 Min
Edited by Todd Klassy, Staff
Dain Walter’s Path to the NFL Draft with Helpful Links
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Dain Walter’s Path to the NFL Draft with Helpful Links

Follow Dain Walter’s football journey from New Glarus to UW-La Crosse and the NFL Draft doorstep through helpful links and career background.

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2 Min
Edited by Todd Klassy, Staff
Monticello-New Glarus Softball Returns to Glarner Park
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Monticello-New Glarus Softball Returns to Glarner Park

The 8-1 Monticello-New Glarus softball team will play two May games at recently renovated Glarner Park, giving New Glarus fans a local chance to support one of the area’s hottest teams.

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1 Min
Edited by Todd Klassy, Staff
Monticello-New Glarus Routs Benton-Shullsburg
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Monticello-New Glarus Routs Benton-Shullsburg

The Ponies erupted for eight runs across second and third innings behind disciplined at-bats and strong pitching in a decisive home win for Monticello-New Glarus girls softball team.

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2 Min
Edited by Todd Klassy, Staff

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