Ott Haus Pub & Grill could reopen Friday at 11 a.m. after the New Glarus Village Board unanimously approved its liquor license, giving new owners Hallie Weintraub and Jacob Blumer a path to return for fish fry and a busy New Glarus festival weekend.
The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel stirred up an entertaining debate this week by asking readers to name Wisconsin’s most iconic brands. The early favorites appeared to be Leinenkugel’s and New Glarus Brewing Company. Miller Brewing Company might have dominated the conversation a decade or two ago, before its identity
DNR officials say the deteriorating Highway 69 trail is expected to be repaved eventually, but no funding or construction date has been set, even as regular users raise concerns about unsafe conditions and the need for major upgrades.
Wildfire smoke is expected to reach southern Wisconsin overnight, potentially pushing air quality in New Glarus into unhealthy categories Thursday and prompting residents—especially sensitive groups—to limit time and exertion outdoors.
Following a disciplinary hearing Tuesday, the City of Darlington terminated Police Chief Szvon Conway's employment effective immediately. Conway previously served as a New Glarus police officer and as police chief in Monticello.
Green County will temporarily close portions of County Highways N and NN Thursday morning for centerline striping, while no county supervisors or citizens made any public mention Tuesday at the county board meeting of the growing traffic and safety concerns on County Highway N.
Green County supervisors approved a 12-month pause on data center development, sent proposed short-term rental regulations back to committee and accepted a donation that will fully fund a second sheriff’s K-9 unit soon.
Tonight is the last Family Fun Night of the summer at New Glarus Bible Church, with a free dinner at 6 p.m., games, a bounce house, the New Glarus fire truck and an ice cream sundae bar.
From delicious fried cheese curds and cream puffs to livestock shows, midway lights, tractor pulls and the demolition derby, these 10 Green County Fair experiences capture the mood, entertainment and traditions that will make your visit to the fair so special.
The Swiss Historical Village & Museum will host an old-fashioned pie and ice cream social, croquet and a commemorative church service Aug. 8 in New Glarus, marking the nation’s 250th anniversary and honoring the community’s first Swiss settlers.
A New Glarus resident and Sugar River soccer coach has been named one of five national finalists for the 2026 USL Hometown Heroes Award, recognizing her work to make youth soccer more accessible for kids and families.
A Purdue graduate who taught English and history, served Wisconsin’s environmental work and led church and PEO groups, Bubenzer built a 64-year life with her husband, Gary, and found her favorite home among Green County’s rolling hills.
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