Yellow Springs radio station opens new community hub

WYSO celebrates new studio space with local leaders and comedian Dave Chappelle

Apr. 10, 2026 at 1:07am

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An abstract illustration using bold, geometric black shapes and bright red and white colors to represent the community-driven mission of a local radio station.WYSO's new studios will serve as a hub for community engagement and locally-focused programming in Yellow Springs.Yellow Springs Today

The community radio station WYSO in Yellow Springs, Ohio has opened a new studio and community space in a historic schoolhouse, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by local leaders, supporters, and comedian Dave Chappelle, a longtime resident of the town.

Why it matters

WYSO has been a vital voice for the Yellow Springs community for decades, providing locally-focused news, arts, and music programming. The new expanded space will allow the station to better serve its listeners and host more community events, solidifying its role as a hub for the town.

The details

The new WYSO studios are located in the Union Schoolhouse, a historic building that has been renovated to house the radio station's offices, production facilities, and a community gathering space. The ribbon-cutting ceremony featured remarks from WYSO's general manager Luke Dennis, as well as local officials and community leaders who praised the station's importance.

  • WYSO celebrated the opening of its new studios on April 10, 2026.

The players

WYSO

A community radio station serving the Yellow Springs, Ohio area that has operated for decades, providing locally-focused news, arts, and music programming.

Luke Dennis

The general manager of WYSO who presided over the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the station's new studios.

Dave Chappelle

A renowned comedian and longtime resident of Yellow Springs who attended the WYSO ribbon-cutting event.

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What they’re saying

“This new space will allow WYSO to better connect with the community and expand our programming to serve listeners even more.”

— Luke Dennis, General Manager, WYSO

What’s next

WYSO plans to host a series of community events and open houses in the coming months to showcase the new studios and gather feedback from listeners.

The takeaway

The opening of WYSO's new community-focused studios underscores the station's longstanding role as a vital local resource and gathering place for the Yellow Springs area, strengthening its ties to the town's residents and culture.