Ordinance 2026-17

The Yellow Springs nonprofit, founded in 2008 to preserve and celebrate the village’s African American history “365 days a year,” hands its tours almost entirely to young people, some recruited as early as sixth grade.

Rentals, employment, cars, garage sales and more! Find it all in this week’s classifieds in the Yellow Springs News.

For information on school calendars, enrichment options, lunch programs, food assistance, and construction, see the Yellow Springs News’ 2026–2027 Back to School Guide.

The Yellow Springs Film Festival has announced additions to the lineup of special events taking place at Foundry Theater on the Antioch College during this year’s multiday festival, Oct. 1–4.

After 54 years, Ohio Silver Co. — one of downtown Yellow Springs’ longest-operating businesses — is closing. Marcia Wallgren, who has owned the fair-trade jewelry store since 1974, is retiring.

Village Artisans will present its 42nd annual Art on the Lawn Festival on Saturday, Aug. 8, 10 a.m.–5 p.m., at the corner of Limestone and Phillips streets, behind Mills Lawn School.

Planning Commission Agenda

Public Meetings

Meredith Road will be closed between SR 343 and Hilt Road for a culvert replacement beginning Monday, Aug. 10.