Carr Valley Cheese enjoyed a big day at the World Cheese Awards on Dec. 23.

The local cheese company, based in La Valle, but owners of two shops in Mauston, earned six awards at the prestigious event. Overall, Wisconsin had a very good day at the annual awards celebration, winning 37 honors, nearly half of the total given to the U.S., including two super gold medals, five golds, 12 silvers and 18 bronze awards.

Since the contest began in 1981, Wisconsin has been awarded more times than any other state.

Carr Valley was one of 13 Wisconsin cheese companies honored at the World Cheese Awards.

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