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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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GCDC Breakfast in New Glarus to Examine Aging, Wealth Transfer

Green County Development Corporation will bring regional experts to New Glarus on Oct. 15 for a public discussion about the county’s aging population, generational wealth transfer and how communities can prepare for both shifts at once.

by Todd Klassy

Eye Exams Can Help New Glarus Students Start Strong

With the school year underway, SSM Health is reminding families that comprehensive eye exams can uncover vision problems basic screenings may miss, including issues that can affect reading, focus, classroom behavior and academic performance.

by Todd Klassy

Hotel Project Draws Regional Attention

In Business Madison recently took a closer look at the restoration of the historic New Glarus Hotel, highlighting the local investors behind the project, its Swiss roots and the role the landmark could play in the village’s growing tourism economy.

by Todd Klassy

Green County Model Railroaders Keep a Hobby on Track

Nearly five decades after launching its annual train show, the Green County Model Railroaders continue bringing hobbyists together across southern Wisconsin and northern Illinois to share layouts, skills, new technology and a love of trains.

by Todd Klassy

Construction Continues on New Glarus Woods Trail Expansion

Work is continuing on the planned mountain bike network at New Glarus Woods State Park, where CORP Trails says volunteers and a professional trail builder are now applying new training and equipment to a three-mile expansion of the system.

by Todd Klassy

Dirty Dog Taphaus Builds a Gathering Place in New Glarus

Leah Hanson and Keith Kube turned a self-pour idea discovered in Denver into one of downtown New Glarus’ most distinctive gathering places, blending 30 taps, live music, food, local history and a business built around bringing people together.

by Todd Klassy

Mount Vernon Homecoming Taps Into a Century of Tradition

Mount Vernon’s Oct. 3 Homecoming and Fall Fest brings tug-of-war back to Forest of Fame Park, a gathering place with roots reaching to a 1919 homecoming and a remarkable arboretum begun with George Washington elm seedlings in 1916.

by Todd Klassy

New Glarus Area EMS Plans Sept. 26 Blood Drive

Residents can donate blood Saturday, Sept. 26, at the New Glarus Area EMS station, 401 3rd St. The American Red Cross blood drive runs from 8 a.m. to noon, with donors also eligible for a $15 e-gift card during a national fall promotion.

by Todd Klassy

Hollandale Community Homecoming Set for Sept. 19

Hollandale’s Community Homecoming returns Saturday, Sept. 19, with a New Hope Lutheran dinner, a program on the history of local buildings and a 2 p.m. parade celebrating America’s 250th anniversary, plus an alumni gathering in town.

by Todd Klassy

10 Ways to Make the Most of Fall Around New Glarus

From Cheese Days and Oktoberfest to apple orchards, pumpkin patches, colorful trails and quiet afternoons in the countryside, fall around New Glarus offers plenty of reasons to get outside, explore the region and enjoy the season close to home.

by Todd Klassy

Cheese Days Returns with New Sights, Familiar Traditions

Green County Cheese Days returns to Monroe Sept. 18-20 with a Friday night drone show, a Canadian headliner, Wedgie’s new alpine look, a submarine display and the familiar cheese, cows, music and Swiss traditions that can draw 100,000 visitors.

by Todd Klassy

Shepherd of the Hills Plans Free Community Supper

Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church will host a free community supper Sept. 10 in New Glarus, with brats and sides, no sign-up required, and free-will donations helping cover food costs and support the Green County Humane Society.

by Todd Klassy

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