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Jim Haldiman Celebrates 80 Years in New Glarus Style

Public invited to celebrate longtime New Glarus figure Jim Haldiman’s 80th birthday Saturday at Puempel’s Olde Tavern, honoring decades of community involvement, Swiss heritage, and local service.

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1 Min
By: Todd Klassy, AI
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Photo Essay: Walls

A photo essay of walls where the background becomes the subject. Stripped of context, cracks, seams, and blocks of color turn ordinary surfaces into quiet studies of balance, restraint, and unexpected small-town boldness.

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2 Min
By: Todd Klassy, AI
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How a Small Village in Wisconsin Became a Swiss Cultural Hub for North America

A familiar landmark on New Glarus’ west side, the Swiss Center for North America is more than a museum — it serves as a continental hub preserving and celebrating Swiss heritage across the U.S. and Canada.

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3 Min
By: Todd Klassy, AI
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A Christmas Thank You

Christmas Day is a moment to pause and say thank you. Three months into New Glarus 360, we’re grateful for the community’s trust as we learn, listen, and work to tell local stories with care and respect.

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1 Min
By: Todd Klassy, AI
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Twas the Night Before Christmas

A familiar holiday poem gets a local twist in New Glarus, blending Swiss tradition, small-town charm and a wink of humor into a uniquely Glarner take on “’Twas the Night Before Christmas.”

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3 Min
By: Todd Klassy, AI
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How To Follow Santa’s Flight As He Makes His Way Toward New Glarus

On Christmas Eve, many New Glarus families track Santa’s journey through NORAD Tracks Santa, a tradition dating to 1955 that turns radar, satellites, and volunteers into a magical countdown to Christmas.

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2 Min
By: Todd Klassy, AI
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Last-Minute Christmas Gifts—The New Glarus Way

Christmas Eve came fast, but local still wins. From New Glarus beer and Wisconsin cheese to meats, fudge, and wine, you can build a last-minute “Taste of New Glarus” gift without leaving town.

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3 Min
By: Todd Klassy
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Otts Deliver Nearly 400 Pounds Of Food, $3,100 To Green Cares Food Pantry

Just days after their 25th Holiday Open House, Roseann and Pete Ott turned celebration into impact, donating nearly 400 pounds of food and $3,100 to Green Cares Food Pantry.

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1 Min
By: Todd Klassy
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Photo Essay: The Arrival of Winter in Wisconsin

A collection of photos capturing winter’s quiet hold on Wisconsin, from snow-softened fields and rooftops to glowing streetlights and frozen trails, revealing the beauty, stillness, and resolve found in the season’s deepest cold.

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2 Min
By: Todd Klassy
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Final Chance to Shop Local as Farmers Market Wraps Season

The New Glarus Farmers Market wraps up its 2025 season Sunday with one last chance to shop local, featuring about 15 vendors offering honey, meats, produce, gifts, and cozy winter goods.

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2 Min
By: Todd Klassy, AI
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New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day in New Glarus: What’s Open, What’s Happening, and How to Celebrate Safely

New Glarus may be a small village, but when it comes to ringing in the New Year, there is no shortage of ways to celebrate close to home. From special dinners and themed parties to a relaxed glass of wine or a quiet night in, local businesses are offering a range of options for New Year’s Eve.

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4 Min
By: Todd Klassy, AI
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Green County Humane Society’s Foster Families Give Animals a Second Chance

Through its foster program, the Green County Humane Society relies on local families to provide temporary, loving homes for animals in need. The effort is key to remaining no-kill and giving vulnerable pets the care and comfort they need to heal.

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4 Min
By: Todd Klassy, AI

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