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History · Jun 4, 2026Souderton’s homegrown bank: Flying on eagle wings for 150 yearsThe people of Souder’s had just about everything they needed, except for a bank. Securing loans and making deposits was crucial for…History · Apr 7, 2026Historical Building MarkersSociety tells town’s history through its buildings Hard to believe, but some of the country’s most important historical sites exist only because…Lifestyle · Jan 28, 2026Art in Sacred Spaces‘Art in Sacred Spaces’ honors our legacy Historical society invites community to uncover hidden treasures The United States is marking its Semiquincentennial…Manufacturing · Dec 18, 2025Holly BrothersSpecial edition December 2025 Holly Bros. ‘handkäse’ once a Souderton staple   Editor’s note: The historical society earlier this year was contacted…Lifestyle · Dec 6, 2025Legion and VFWVeterans’ service continues at home, thanks to American Legion, VFW posts with research by Cory Alderfer The work of winding down World…Lifestyle · Sep 20, 2025Recipe for a fun life? Sell a fun product in your hometown for 50 years.Scott Landes once told a reporter he was “a Souderton boy through and through.” Known by everyone as Scooter, Landes marked 50…Lifestyle · Jul 28, 2025100 years of vision, courage, action, generosityResearched and written by Cory Alderfer Souderton was grossly behind the times. Unlike other towns located along the Reading Railroad, there were…Lifestyle · Apr 10, 2025Take Me Out to the BallgameBack when major league baseball was perhaps more "magical", 350 local boys got to experience that that magic on one very special…Lifestyle · Feb 10, 2025We’ll Always Have Ice CreamIce cream in the summer is fondly remembered by many. So is the "Frostie Cup" ice cream stand. Here is the story…Personalities · Nov 4, 2024The Person Behind the NameWhile this name might be familiar around our towns, few people know the history behind the man or the name. Here is…Memories · Sep 7, 2024The Purple DeathWhile many have heard of the Spanish Influenza, far fewer know the details of this disease, or how it affected the families…Transportation · Jul 27, 2024Locomotion: Trains in the Indian ValleyTravel back in time and learn the impact that railroads had in our local area. You may be surprised in how things…