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Gracie Abrams Posts Spotted Cow, Internet Notices

Pop singer-songwriter Gracie Abrams sparked buzz among Wisconsin beer fans after sharing an Instagram Story on Christmas Eve holding a can of Spotted Cow, New Glarus Brewing Company’s iconic Wisconsin-only beer.

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By: Todd Klassy, AI
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The Bank of New Glarus Announces Board Changes, Engen to Retire

Greg Engen will retire from the Bank of New Glarus board at the end of 2025, closing a 39-year career with the bank, including 14 years as a board member, as leadership changes were announced last week.

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By: Todd Klassy, AI
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How to Dispose of Your Christmas Tree in the Village and Town of New Glarus

As Christmas decorations come down across New Glarus, many residents are now looking for the best way to dispose of their real Christmas trees. Whether you live in the Village or the Town, there are clear options to ensure your tree is composted properly and not sent to the landfill.

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By: Todd Klassy, AI
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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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By: Todd Klassy
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New Glarus Boys Basketball Pitches In for Pizza Fundraiser in Argyle

The New Glarus boys basketball team pitched in off the court Wednesday, making more than 440 frozen pizzas in Argyle during a hands-on fundraiser that blended teamwork, hard work, and community support.

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By: Todd Klassy, AI
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3rd Annual Sledding Party Ready to Launch at Killer Hill

New Glarus is watching the forecast for the 3rd Annual Sledding Party at Killer Hill. The snow-dependent event will take place at noon on the first Sunday after Jan. 1 with sled-worthy snowfall.

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By: Todd Klassy, AI
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Property Tax Bills Headed to New Glarus Mailboxes

Property tax bills for 2025 are being mailed to property owners across the Village and Town of New Glarus, with payments collected by the Green County Treasurer’s Office.

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By: Todd Klassy
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Winter Weather Update for New Glarus

A cold front moving through tonight will bring a sharp drop in temperatures across New Glarus. After daytime highs in the mid-40s with rain, temperatures will fall below freezing early this evening and drop into the teens overnight.

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By: Todd Klassy
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Village Board Advances Wastewater Planning, Approves Licenses And Appointments

The New Glarus Village Board approved a series of infrastructure, finance and administrative actions Wednesday night during its regular meeting at Village Hall, advancing long-term planning efforts and addressing routine governance matters.

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By: Todd Klassy
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NTSB Releases Preliminary Report On Fatal Monroe Plane Crash

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has released its preliminary report on the fatal plane crash that occurred near the Monroe Municipal Airport on November 24, providing the first official account of the aircraft’s final minutes and the conditions it encountered.

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By: Todd Klassy
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Over $30,000 Awarded To Local Groups Through New Glarus Funds

More than $30,000 in grants was awarded to local organizations during a reception held Wednesday evening at the Chalet Landhaus, continuing a long-standing tradition of community investment through the New Glarus Community Fund and the New Glarus Excellence in Education Fund.

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By: Todd Klassy
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German Shepherd Reported Roaming East of New Glarus

A New Glarus 360 reader reported a German Shepherd believed to be lost or possibly abandoned roaming along County Highway O, roughly three miles east of New Glarus.

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By: Todd Klassy

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