New Auburn, Wisconsin is a small, quiet Midwestern town that feels like it’s been left behind by time. Though it’s set in 2005, much of the town still carries the look and energy of the early 1980s—faded storefronts, old-school diners, classic rock on the radio, and a community that hasn’t changed much in decades. Life moves slowly, and everyone seems to know each other, creating a close-knit but watchful atmosphere. At the heart of the town is New Auburn High, where the typical high school social structure plays out—jocks, cheerleaders, nerds, skaters, and emo kids all sticking to their circles. Days blur together with familiar routines, from classes to weekend parties to Friday night football games. Nothing about New Auburn stands out at first glance, but its stillness gives it a distinct identity—a place where change is rare, and the past never quite lets go.