History Section

• “E” flag planted at YS Credit Union

  By YS News StaffJuly 22, 2025

  

  The “E” flag was given to Vernay Labs in recognition of World War II contributions made by developing wax compound auto thermostats that were initially used in tanks.

• News from the Past: June 2025

  By Don HollisterJune 30, 2025

  

  Contributing writer Don Hollister dove into the YS News archives to uncover past articles and more in his most recent installment of his News from the Past column.

• News from the Past: May 2025

  By Don HollisterJune 9, 2025

  

  Contributing writer Don Hollister dove into the YS News archives to uncover past articles and more in his most recent installment of his News from the Past column.

• News from the Past: April 2025

  By Don HollisterApril 30, 2025

  

  Contributing writer Don Hollister dove into the YS News archives to uncover past articles and more in his most recent installment of his News from the Past column.

• News from the Past: March 2025

  By Don HollisterApril 25, 2025

  

  Contributing writer Don Hollister dove into the YS News archives to uncover past articles and more in his most recent installment of his News from the Past column.

• The tale of Muggins, the black bear in Clifton Gorge

  By Guest ContributorApril 12, 2025

  

  “While Muggins’ story is now one for the ages, her life as a captive bear in the public eye, from her Canadian origins to her tragic end … is one we shouldn’t forget.”

• Celebrate Greene County History Month with ‘Museum in a Box’

  By Lauren ShowsApril 7, 2025

  

  On Tuesday, April 8, the Yellow Springs branch of the Greene County Public Library will host a program for ages 7–12, presented by the National Afro American Museum and Cultural Center, on the life of Hallie Quinn Brown.

• News from the Past: February 2025

  By Don HollisterFebruary 28, 2025

  

  Contributing writer Don Hollister dove into the YS News archives to uncover past articles and more in his most recent installment of his News from the Past column.

• News from the Past: January 2025

  By Don HollisterFebruary 20, 2025

  

  Contributing writer Don Hollister dove into the YS News archives to uncover past articles and more in his most recent installment of his News from the Past column.

• News from the Past: December 2024

  By Don HollisterDecember 25, 2024

  

  Contributing writer Don Hollister dove into the YS News archives to uncover past articles and more in his most recent installment of his News from the Past column.