Community

Life in New Glarus—people, events, food, and the everyday moments that shape our town. From 1st Street to Pioneer Road, this is where stories of community, life and local living come together.

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Green County Law Enforcement Donates School Supplies

A Green County organization that brings together police chiefs, the sheriff and other law enforcement administrators is helping students start the new school year with supplies, including a donation delivered to New Glarus Elementary School.

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by Todd Klassy
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Fred Ryser Nominated for Wisconsin Billiards Hall of Fame

For more than 50 years, the New Glarus businessman has been a player, promoter, sponsor and fixture in Wisconsin billiards, building a legacy that stretched far beyond the pool tables at Sportsman’s Bar.

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3 Min
by Todd Klassy
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Inside the Restoration of Monroe’s Eugene Hotel

A century after crowds first toured Monroe’s Eugene Hotel, the restored landmark celebrated its return Wednesday. Studio GWA principal Ashley Sarver explains how the team preserved its history while adapting the building for modern guests. Photos by Erin Cowan.

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8 Min
by Todd Klassy
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New Glarus Veterans’ 2027 Calendar Raffle Returns for 33rd Year

A $20 calendar gives supporters chances at daily cash prizes throughout 2027 while helping fund local veterans organizations. The 33rd annual fundraiser will pay out more than $13,000, including four separate $500 prizes during the year.

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1 Min
by Todd Klassy
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Run for a Resident 5K Set for Sept. 26

New Glarus Home will host a 5K run/walk and 1-mile walk Sept. 26, giving residents and visitors another activity during Oktoberfest weekend while supporting an event centered on the people who call the New Glarus Home community home.

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by Todd Klassy
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Top 10 Things People Say When They Find Out You’re from New Glarus

Mention New Glarus outside Green County and the reactions come fast: Spotted Cow, Oktoberfest, yodeling, chalets and at least one person who thinks Switzerland and Sweden are basically the same place. Here are 10 responses locals know well.

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4 Min
by Todd Klassy
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Munchkey Apples to Open Sept. 2 for 2026 Season

The family-run orchard between New Glarus and Hollandale will open Sept. 2 with Zestar apples ready and Honeycrisp likely available, then open again on Labor Day before settling into its regular Wednesday-through-Sunday schedule.

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by Todd Klassy
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This Weekend: Art, Music and Swiss Traditions

From Art in the Park and the Wilhelm Tell celebration to high school football, farmers market shopping, a library book sale and live music across town, New Glarus has a packed schedule Aug. 20-23, with Saturday offering an especially full day of activities.

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7 Min
by Todd Klassy
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Inside the Highway 69 Project With WisDOT’s Adam Kopp

WisDOT project manager Adam Kopp discusses the $7.78 million Highway 69 reconstruction, why the road had to close, what the new County C roundabout is designed to fix and what drivers should expect through the Nov. 1 completion date.

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5 Min
by Todd Klassy
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Art in the Park Offers a Full Saturday in New Glarus

A longtime New Glarus tradition returns Saturday with juried art, live music, food and drinks, Wilhelm Tell appearances and an expanded festival atmosphere designed to give visitors plenty of reasons to stay in Village Park — and town — for the day.

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by Todd Klassy
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Kettle Moraine Alphorn Group Visits New Glarus

The southeastern Wisconsin ensemble joined New Glarus musicians for an evening of traditional alphorn music, highlighting a Swiss musical tradition that continues locally through both community performers and New Glarus High School students.

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by Todd Klassy
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National Nonprofit Day: 10 Largest Nonprofits in New Glarus

Today is National Nonprofit Day, which highlights organizations serving New Glarus through senior care, childcare, tourism, emergency response, philanthropy, recreation, international aid and programs that support young people across the community.

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5 Min
by Todd Klassy

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