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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 · 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…
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…
Memories · May 16, 2023A sweet lifeA bit of local history through the eyes of Ernie Hange.
Memories · Jan 9, 2022A Hillside Avenue MemoirGuest-author Marian Eide shares a rousing game of "Do You Remember?" as she recounts the memories of her youth, growing up on…
Memories · Sep 10, 2020Delivering Lessons in a Milk TruckThis issue highlights something that many of our readers have never experienced - a local milkman. These illustrations honor a time and…