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Historic New Glarus Hotel Artifacts Go on Sale

As restoration work continues at the historic New Glarus Hotel & Restaurant, owners are offering a rare opportunity to purchase original furnishings, artwork, bells, signs and other artifacts that have been part of the landmark property for decades.

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by Todd Klassy, Staff
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Fireworks Options Near New Glarus

With no local Fourth of July fireworks planned in New Glarus, residents looking for Independence Day celebrations have several nearby options in Green, Dane, Rock and Sauk counties.

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by Todd Klassy, Staff
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Swiss Center Plans National Day Dinner

The Aug. 1 dinner at Bailey’s Run Vineyard will feature Master Cheesemaker Steve Stettler, updates from the Swiss Center and a chance to explore its new digital collections catalog. A limited number of tickets are available.

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by Todd Klassy, Staff
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Canter Inn Earns National Recognition from Town & Country

New Glarus' Canter Inn was recently featured by Town & Country magazine as one of just five restaurants worth planning a road trip around, placing the local restaurant (and our community) alongside nationally recognized dining destinations.

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by Todd Klassy, Staff
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New Glarus Dairy Queen to Be Crowned Tomorrow

New Glarus will crown its Dairy Queen June 10 during Cruisin’ the Campus at New Glarus Home, joining classic cars, local vendors and a Green County tradition celebrating agriculture.

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by Todd Klassy, Staff
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608 Day Celebrates a Region in Transition

As Wisconsin celebrates 608 Day on June 8, the familiar area code that has defined southern and southwestern Wisconsin for generations now shares its territory with 353, marking a new chapter for a uniquely Wisconsin region.

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by Todd Klassy, Staff
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Bailey’s Run Vineyard & Winery Hosts Pickleball Bingo Benefit

The June 10 pickleball bingo benefit at Bailey’s Run Vineyard & Winery will help New Glarus Cares raise money for new pickleball courts in New Glarus as the organization continues fundraising and works toward selecting a site for the project.

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by Todd Klassy, Staff
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Library Donor Wall Tells a Story of Community Support

Created by New Glarus High School Tech Ed students and local craftsmen, the donor wall honors those who helped make the new library possible while highlighting the community spirit behind the project.

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by Todd Klassy, Staff
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10 Mind-Blowing Facts About New Glarus

From deadly epidemics and Civil War service to a poison spy ring, JFK’s campaign stop and cheese proposed as currency, these little-known stories reveal a side of New Glarus history even many locals may not know.

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4 Min
by Todd Klassy, Staff
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Parade Route for Sunday's Class of 2026 Graduation

Following commencement ceremonies Sunday afternoon, New Glarus High School graduates will celebrate with a community parade through village streets before returning to the high school.

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1 Min
by Todd Klassy, Staff
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What We Lose When the Barns Disappear

Across Green County and southern Wisconsin, historic barns are fading from the rural landscape, raising questions about what communities lose when farm buildings, family stories and local landmarks disappear.

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by Todd Klassy, Staff
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New Glarus Kinderchor Welcomes New Members for Summer Season

Area children are invited to join the New Glarus Kinderchor as rehearsals begin for a season of performances celebrating Swiss heritage, music, and community traditions throughout the year.

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1 Min
by Todd Klassy, Staff

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