On Christmas Day, the Swiss Church bells carry special meaning in New Glarus. Their sound echoes a history stretching back to 1852, marking time, faith, and community life for generations.
On Christmas Eve, many New Glarus families follow Santa through NORAD Tracks Santa, a tradition dating to 1955 that uses radar, satellites, and volunteers to count down to Christmas.
Greg Engen will retire from the Bank of New Glarus board at the end of 2025, closing a 39-year career with the bank, including 14 years as a board member, as leadership changes were announced last week.
Christmas Eve came fast, but local still wins. From New Glarus beer and Wisconsin cheese to meats, fudge, and wine, you can build a last-minute “Taste of New Glarus” gift without leaving town.
New Glarus used defense and composure to pull away from Cuba City, turning a tight early battle into a convincing home win on the Monday before Christmas at New Glarus High School.
New Glarus wasted no time on the road, jumping out early and never looking back in a 69-32 win over Monroe. Relentless defense and fast starts set the tone on the Monday before Christmas.
Melissa R. Jindra, 55, a longtime bartender and manager in New Glarus, died Dec. 20, 2025, in Madison. Known for her warmth, she built community behind the bar and far beyond it.
As Christmas decorations come down across New Glarus, many residents are now looking for the best way to dispose of their real Christmas trees. Whether you live in the Village or the Town, there are clear options to ensure your tree is composted properly and not sent to the landfill.
As Wisconsin lawmakers push consolidation incentives for shrinking rural schools, New Glarus leaders are wary. Despite statewide enrollment declines, the district’s strong performance raises questions about whether the plan fits locally.
From Green County to the national stage, New Glarus native Dain Walter earned AP Division III All-America Second Team honors after starting all 11 games at UW–La Crosse without allowing a sack.
Just days after their 25th Holiday Open House, Roseann and Pete Ott turned celebration into impact, donating nearly 400 pounds of food and $3,100 to Green Cares Food Pantry.
A collection of photos capturing winter’s quiet hold on Wisconsin, from snow-softened fields and rooftops to glowing streetlights and frozen trails, revealing the beauty, stillness, and resolve found in the season’s deepest cold.
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