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New Glarus Bike Rodeo Seeks Sponsors

The New Glarus Chamber of Commerce and New Glarus Police Department are seeking sponsors and donations for this year’s Bike Rodeo, a free May 16 event focused on bike safety for young riders.

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by Todd Klassy, Staff
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Pickleball’s Rapid Rise Reaches New Glarus

America’s fastest-growing sport continues its explosive expansion nationwide, and plans for new courts in New Glarus could bring health, recreation, and community connection to town.

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by Todd Klassy, Staff
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New Glarus Beer, Bacon & Cheese Tickets On Sale Now

Tickets are now on sale for the popular New Glarus Beer, Bacon & Cheese Festival on June 13, with organizers offering wristbands for one of the village’s best-known summer tasting events.

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by Todd Klassy, Staff
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Tool Shed Essentials: Trusty Basics for Complete Gardening

From spring planting to fall cleanup, a small set of reliable tools can help you garden smarter, protect soil, and keep your yard thriving through the seasons.

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by Todd Klassy
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New Glarus Cares Raffle to Support Pickleball Courts

New Glarus Cares is selling raffle tickets ahead of its World Euchre Championship fundraiser, with proceeds earmarked for a future pickleball court complex in New Glarus.

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by Todd Klassy, Staff
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New Glarus Blood Drive Is Tomorrow on Good Friday

The annual New Glarus Community Blood Drive will be held tomorrow, April 3, at New Glarus Bible Church, with donation appointments available from late morning through the afternoon.

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by Todd Klassy, Staff
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Local Expo to Highlight Home And Business Ideas

The Monroe Chamber of Commerce & Industry will host the free 2026 Stateline Home and Business Expo April 3-4 at SLICE Arena, bringing together local vendors, workshops, food trucks and networking opportunities.

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by Todd Klassy, Staff
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Ashley Beutler-Schumacher Reflects on Running and Home

As New Glarus brings back high school track and field for the first time since 1989, former running standout Ashley Beutler-Schumacher is looking back on a career that carried her from a local co-op to UW-Madison and beyond.

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by Todd Klassy, Staff
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New Glarus Film ‘Appenzellertag’ Headed to Wisconsin Film Festival

Steve Donovan’s six-minute documentary, set against a memorable New Glarus gathering rooted in Swiss heritage, will carry a local story of music, generosity and community spirit to the Wisconsin Film Festival in Madison.

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by Todd Klassy, Staff
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Spring Gathering Set for April 18 at Primrose Lutheran Church

Lutheran women from the West Dane and East Madison clusters are invited to gather April 18 at Primrose Lutheran Church outside of Belleville, for a morning of faith, fellowship, speakers and lunch.

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by Todd Klassy, Staff
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New Glarus Veteran Reflects on National Vietnam Veterans Day

On National Vietnam War Veterans Day, New Glarus resident Ron Lewis reflects on service in the Vietnam War, the difficult road home, and why the day still matters to veterans and their families.

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by Todd Klassy, Staff
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Parrfection Produce Has Grown into a Destination

From a rural address outside Monticello, David Parr has built Parrfection Produce into a growing farm market, wholesale network and social media standout with customers, growers and followers across the region.

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5 Min
by Todd Klassy, Staff

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