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New Glarus Bakery Owner to Lead Vision Workshop

Angela Neff, owner of the New Glarus Bakery, will lead an evening workshop designed to help business owners and community leaders step away from daily demands, reconnect with their larger goals and identify practical next steps.

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1 Min
by Todd Klassy
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The Highway 69 Roundabout: What Drivers Need to Know

A new roundabout at Highway 69 and County C will introduce many New Glarus-area motorists to an intersection design intended not to eliminate every collision, but to prevent ordinary driving mistakes from becoming fatal ones.

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8 Min
by Todd Klassy
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Sugar River Flooring Builds on Craftsmanship

From flooring installations and hardwood refinishing to custom walnut tables and chairs, owner Greg Roth has built Sugar River Flooring in downtown New Glarus around personal service, skilled craftsmanship and decades of experience.

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6 Min
by Todd Klassy
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New Glarus Farmers Market Canceled Due to Rain

The July 31 New Glarus Farmers Market has been canceled because of widespread rain, but several vendors have already harvested fresh produce and are inviting customers to contact them directly to arrange purchases throughout the day.

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1 Min
by Todd Klassy
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Small Acts Make a Big Difference at the New Glarus Home

New Glarus Home is seeking more volunteers to help residents across skilled nursing, assisted living and independent living through visits, activities, transportation, hospice companionship, pet visits, technology help and special events.

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4 Min
by Todd Klassy
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This Weekend: New Glarus is Packed with Music and Swiss Traditions

From live music and farmers market shopping to Firefest, Swiss National Day celebrations and the 97th Volksfest, New Glarus offers four packed days of food, culture, family activities and entertainment from July 30 through Aug. 2.

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3 Min
by Todd Klassy
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New Glarus Police Attend National Night Out

Members of the New Glarus Police Department, including Chief Jeff Sturdevant, joined first responders and community organizations Tuesday at Monroe’s National Night Out, an event focused on public safety and community connections.

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2 Min
by Todd Klassy
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New Glarus Beer Gets the Soft-Serve Treatment at State Fair

Wisconsin State Fair visitors will be able to try a frozen dessert made with New Glarus Brewing Company’s Raspberry Tart brew this summer, following the successful debut of a similar raspberry beer soft serve item at the 2025 Minnesota State Fair.

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3 Min
by Todd Klassy
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New Glarus Authors Link Two Valleys in New Romance

Ashley Arn and Jessica Aasve return to the fictional world of Love in Little Switzerland with a new romance linking New Glarus and Sonoma through wine, community, healing and the complicated question of where home truly belongs for us.

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4 Min
by Todd Klassy
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Culver’s Plans Full Day of Family Fun and Community Giving

A petting zoo, family activities, discounted frozen custard and three community fundraisers will fill the day at Culver’s of New Glarus on Friday benefiting Pecatonica FFA, Green Cares Food Pantry and the Belleville Dance Team.

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2 Min
by Todd Klassy
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New Glarus Home Seeks Vendors for Aug. 12 Car Show

The New Glarus Home is seeking additional vendors and food trucks for its Aug. 12 Cruisin’ the Campus car show, which will feature cars, trucks, tractors, makers, music and a residents’ choice award from 5 to 8 p.m. at its campus.

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1 Min
by Todd Klassy
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Trouvaille Coffee Rolls Out New Mobile Options

After stepping away from its coffee trailer in 2024, Trouvaille Coffee Co. is back on the road with a new mobile trailer for larger events and a coffee cart for weddings, staff appreciation days, office visits and private gatherings.

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3 Min
by Todd Klassy

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