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Blood Drives Matter More Than Ever in New Glarus

New Glarus blood drives may feel routine but shrinking donor numbers and rising demand mean local donors matter more than ever. Here’s why rolling up your sleeve can make a lifesaving difference.

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By: Todd Klassy, AI
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UW-Platteville Names Two New Glarus Students to Dean’s List

Two New Glarus students earned academic honors at UW-Platteville for the spring 2025 semester with GPAs of 3.75 or higher.

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By: Todd Klassy, AI
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New Glarus Student Named to University of Alabama Dean’s List

Emmaline Marty of New Glarus earns Dean’s List honors at the University of Alabama for strong academic performance.

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By: Todd Klassy, AI
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Photo Essay: Mike's Last Day

From a quiet, pre-dawn start in the kitchen to a community-filled evening, Mike Nevil’s final day as head chef of the Chalet Landhaus Restaurant marked the end of 45 years of service, tradition, and gratitude.

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By: Todd Klassy, AI
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New Glarus Student Earns Hawkeye Dean’s List

A New Glarus student has been recognized for strong academic performance after making the fall 2025 Dean’s List at Hawkeye Community College.

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By: Todd Klassy, AI
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From New Glarus to Maryville: Lindsey Schadewalt Making Her Mark

Former Glarner Knights standout Lindsey Schadewalt is thriving at Maryville University, balancing college basketball, academics and leadership as she helps the Saints compete for a conference title.

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By: Todd Klassy, AI
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Dean’s List Honors Earned by Three New Glarus Students at UW–Eau Claire

From future nurses to rising scholars, local college students are putting New Glarus on the academic map with standout performance at University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire.

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By: Todd Klassy, AI
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Justin Engen Named to UW–Oshkosh Honor Roll

New Glarus student Justin Engen earned University Honor Roll recognition at UW–Oshkosh for the fall 2025 semester.

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By: Todd Klassy, AI
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From New Glarus to Ohio: Leglers Build Sonder Brewing with Wisconsin Roots

Shaped by New Glarus and refined in Ohio, the Leglers built Sonder Brewing around disciplined process, genuine hospitality, and a deep sense of place — proving great beer starts with people and community first.

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By: Todd Klassy, AI
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A Quilt Shop Built on Color, Community, and Legacy

A love of color, fabric and community stitched together a new chapter in New Glarus. Meet Sheila La Duke and the story behind The Duke’s Stash, a quilt shop built on creativity and legacy.

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By: Todd Klassy, AI
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Roy’s Market Round-Up Raises $2,180 For Pickleball Courts

Spare change made a big impact. Roy’s Market shoppers raised more than $2,180 through the store’s round-up program, helping move plans for new pickleball courts in New Glarus one step closer to reality.

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By: Todd Klassy, AI
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Petrosino’s Pizza Brings a Taste of New York to New Glarus

A slice of New York has landed in New Glarus. Petrosino’s Pizza blends old-world family recipes, hand-tossed dough and a passion for authenticity into a dining experience rooted in tradition and community.

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By: Todd Klassy, AI

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