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Fantasy Artist Brings Story-Driven Digital Work to New Glarus

Janesville artist Stephen Wayne Cardwell will bring painterly digital fantasy artwork, high-quality prints and handcrafted fantasy-inspired jewelry created by his wife to New Glarus Art in the Park.

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4 Min
by Todd Klassy
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Local Woman Leads Push to Make New Glarus a Hallmark Town

After nominating New Glarus for Hallmark’s Merriest Christmas Towns Contest, Jessica Aasve is urging residents, businesses and visitors to help show why the village’s Swiss charm and holiday traditions belong in a Christmas movie.

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2 Min
by Todd Klassy
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Ott Haus Has Green Light, Set to Reopen Friday

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.

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1 Min
by Todd Klassy
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Final Family Fun Night Is Tonight at New Glarus Bible Church

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.

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1 Min
by Todd Klassy
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Top 10 Things to Do at the Green County Fair

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.

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7 Min
by Todd Klassy
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Swiss Historical Village Plans Church Service and Ice Cream Social

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.

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1 Min
by Todd Klassy
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New Glarus Coach Named National Soccer Finalist

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.

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5 Min
by Todd Klassy
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What’s New at Blues, Brews & Food Trucks

Blues, Brews & Food Trucks returns Saturday, July 18, with a new downtown location, expanded festival footprint, open intox district, live blues, food trucks and a large tent to keep the music going rain or shine.

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2 Min
by Todd Klassy
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Photo Essay: A Perfect Homecoming Weekend

Monticello Homecoming delivered a picture-perfect summer weekend of fireworks, food, tournaments, parade memories and small-town spirit, thanks to the Monticello Community Club and organizers who rallied after the carnival backed out.

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4 Min
by Todd Klassy
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Internet Rebate Program Opens in Green County

A county grant program is offering up to $150 in home internet reimbursement for eligible Green County seniors and residents with disabilities, with funding available on a first-come, first-served basis.

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2 Min
by Todd Klassy
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Green County to Host Free Private Well Event

Private well owners in Green County can attend a free July 29 event in Monroe to learn about local groundwater contaminants, well maintenance, treatment systems and reduced-cost water testing available to the first 10 attendees who arrive.

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2 Min
by Todd Klassy
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New Glarus 4-H Club Thanks FFA Alumni for Generous Donation

A $500 donation from the New Glarus FFA Alumni will support New Glarus 4-H Club activities as members share recent talent show, dairy judging and animal science highlights and prepare for the Green County Fair in Monroe, July 15-19.

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2 Min
by Todd Klassy

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