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New Glarus to Host 40th Annual All Veterans Winterfest in January 2026

New Glarus will host the 40th Annual All Veterans Winterfest Jan. 15–17, 2026, welcoming veterans and visitors for a three-day public celebration honoring service and community during winter.

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By: Todd Klassy, AI
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Wisconsin Officials Warn of Utility Scams, Data Breach Risks as Winter Heating Protections Begin

State officials are warning Wisconsin residents about a rise in utility impostor scams during the winter shut-off moratorium, urging people to watch for threats, pressure tactics, and unusual payment demands.

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By: Todd Klassy, AI
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New Glarus Principal Named Finalist for Oregon Superintendent Role

New Glarus Middle School Principal Jeffrey Eichelkraut is one of three finalists to become superintendent of the Oregon School District, following a career spanning teaching, coaching and administration.

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By: Todd Klassy, AI
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Voegeli Farms Earns National All-American Nominations

Seven All-American nominations place Voegeli Farms among the nation’s elite dairy breeders, highlighting generations of Brown Swiss excellence, careful breeding, and a family legacy that dates back to 1854.

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By: Todd Klassy, AI
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Photo Essay: A Look Back at 2025

A visual journey through 2025 in New Glarus, these photos capture the people, events and everyday moments — from major milestones to quiet scenes — that together defined the year and its shared community story.

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By: Todd Klassy, AI
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Crafting And Cocoa Event Brings Girl Scouts to New Glarus

Families are invited to a cozy Crafting and Cocoa event on Wednesday, Jan. 7, at New Glarus Elementary School. Enjoy hot chocolate, make a winter craft, and learn about Girl Scouts in the community.

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By: Todd Klassy, AI
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What Stories New Glarus Read the Most in 2025

From restaurant openings and closings to major public safety incidents and personal remembrances, these were the most-read stories of 2025.

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By: Todd Klassy, AI
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Night Sky Offers Rare Celestial Treats Over New Glarus in 2026

Solar activity, meteor showers, and rare eclipses could bring unforgettable night-sky moments to southern Wisconsin in the year ahead.

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By: Todd Klassy, AI
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Whiplash Weather: 2025 Year in Review for New Glarus, Wisconsin

Climatologists are calling 2025 a year of “weather whiplash” in New Glarus, marked by record-setting extremes that ranged from the third-driest January on record to a historic blizzard and a rare August deluge.

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By: Todd Klassy, AI
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What’s Changing on January 1: A Guide for New Glarus Residents

As 2025 begins, New Glarus residents won’t see major local rule changes. Village and town ordinances remain the same, with most new laws or adjustments coming from state or federal levels rather than local government.

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By: Todd Klassy, AI
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Spotted Cow, Cow Statues, and Us: What People Were Really Searching in 2025

As 2025 winds down, New Glarus is drawing more online attention than ever. Search data shows growing interest beyond beer, with people looking to spend more time exploring the village.

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By: Todd Klassy, AI
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New Glarus by the Numbers in 2025

As 2025 comes to a close, New Glarus’ story is reflected not just in headlines, but in the numbers—data that offers a clear, revealing snapshot of a community and the year that shaped it.

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By: Todd Klassy, AI

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