The Safety Patrol program has been a longstanding tradition for Yellow Springs Schools — at least since the early 1970s, as far as the News can tell — and enthusiasm has only grown. Program coordinator and fourth-grade teacher Jocelyn Bailey said that with 20 volunteers, this year’s crop may be the biggest ever.

A small road in downtown Yellow Springs continues to make big waves in the community. In the months since its closure to vehicle traffic earlier this summer, Short Street’s pedestrian-oriented space has morphed into a place for villagers and visitors to gather, eat and occasionally dance.

Ethel Sadako (Oshima) Mitchell, 98, passed away Tuesday, Aug. 12, 2025, at Optalis of Canal Winchester.

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Robin Motter Heise on Aug. 19, 2025, at the age of 56.

Registration is now open for fall 2025 Youth Rec Soccer. The season will start Saturday, Sept. 13, and continue each Saturday through Oct. 25, at Morgan Fields, on the southwest corner of East Enon and Dayton-Yellow Springs roads.

Commercial Land for Sale at the Center for Business and Education

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Yellow Springs Development Corporation Meeting

Yellow Springs Board of Education | Special Meeting

Board of Zoning Appeals | Public Hearing