“I’ve had plenty of teachers, most unacknowledged. Bill was one of them. Bill taught me that kindness isn’t naivety or weakness. Kindness is wisdom and softness is strength.”

Heads Up, Ohio! gives an overview of stories from the week, along with employment and grant opportunities. As for content, Jensen said they wanted to curate something that would be helpful for people interested in intersectional politics.

The Clifton Gorge Music & Arts Festival returns Friday and Saturday, Aug. 28–29, bringing more than 50 artisan vendors, about a dozen food vendors and a full slate of live music and dance demonstrations to the village.

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Perry Morton Stewart, 93, passed away peacefully on Aug. 9, 2026, at Friends Care Community in Yellow Springs.

Nancy Nightingale Schwab, 84, passed away peacefully at her home on Aug. 15, 2026, under the care of Ohio’s Hospice.

Friends of local resident and artist Bill Mischler are rallying around him after a diagnosis of West Nile virus has kept him hospitalized for the last two weeks.

Several days after Village Manager Johnnie Burns’ announcement of his resignation at a special Village Council meeting, Friday, Aug, 21, questions remain village-wide about what comes next; some new details have emerged early this week, including a statement from the Village Council president and vice-president.

YS Schools students are still expected to return to classes Monday, Aug. 31, but many will begin the year in temporary locations as construction continues at the middle and high school campus on East Enon Road.

The mission is simple. The Village-run commission aims to amass the names, contact information and the kinds of edible vendibles from area farmers and gardeners.