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New Years Eve 2025 in the Tri-Cities: Parties and specials

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Dec 17, 2025

New Years Eve 2025 in the Tri-Cities: Parties and specials

Tri-Cities venues are hosting a wide range of New Year’s Eve events this year, from early wine toasts and dinner specials to late-night concerts, comedy, dancing, and parties across Geneva, Batavia, and St. Charles.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft
Rally in support of immigrants planned for downtown St. Charles

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Dec 25, 2025

Rally in support of immigrants planned for downtown St. Charles

Local activist organizations have planned community rally in downtown St. Charles on January 3 aimed at celebrating immigrants and their contributions to the area.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft

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December 22 Newsletter: The Baker’s Dozen Holiday Festival is back

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Dec 22, 2025

December 22 Newsletter: The Baker’s Dozen Holiday Festival is back

Plus a Tri-Cities Dinner Club update, a new cafe opens in Geneva, and a plan crash at DuPage Airport.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft
Tri-Cities Live Music Events: December 22-28

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Dec 20, 2025

Tri-Cities Live Music Events: December 22-28

Performances in Batavia, Geneva and St. Charles from Monday through Sunday.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft
Tri-Cities Live Music Events: December 18-21

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Dec 16, 2025

Tri-Cities Live Music Events: December 18-21

Performances in Batavia, Geneva and St. Charles on Thursday through Sunday.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft

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Holiday schedules and Christmas tree pickup across the Tri-Cities

Dec 21, 2025

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Holiday schedules and Christmas tree pickup across the Tri-Cities

Geneva, Batavia, and St. Charles have announced holiday office closures, adjusted garbage pickup schedules, and free Christmas tree collection dates to help residents plan end-of-year cleanup.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft

Local news

St. Charles school district spearheads impactful holiday giving initiatives

Dec 20, 2025

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St. Charles school district spearheads impactful holiday giving initiatives

District 303 schools and community partners came together this month to provide personalized holiday gifts and care packages to hundreds of local students and families in need.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft

Local news

Kane County officials discuss backing statewide food-waste diversion bill

Dec 19, 2025

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Kane County officials discuss backing statewide food-waste diversion bill

Kane County's Energy and Environmental Committee discussed whether to back a state proposal that would require large food businesses to keep food waste out of landfills starting in 2028.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft

Local business

Storybook Cafe set to open its doors in downtown Geneva

Dec 18, 2025

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Storybook Cafe set to open its doors in downtown Geneva

Storybook Cafe celebrated a ribbon cutting in downtown Geneva ahead of its public grand opening on December 21, bringing ceremonial-grade matcha, specialty coffee, and a community-focused space to 3rd Street in Geneva.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft

Local events

River Corridor Foundation announces the 2026 winter lecture series

Dec 18, 2025

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River Corridor Foundation announces the 2026 winter lecture series

The lecture series, based in St. Charles, will spotlight Fox River wildlife, local history, and environmental research from January through April, 2026.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft

Local news

Geneva commission again votes to deny demolition of historic blacksmith shop

Dec 17, 2025

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Geneva commission again votes to deny demolition of historic blacksmith shop

Geneva’s Historic Preservation Commission unanimously denied a third request to demolish the historic blacksmith shop at 4 East State Street, keeping the structure intact unless the decision is appealed to city council.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft

Local news

St. Charles residents press city to take clearer stance on ICE activity

Dec 17, 2025

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St. Charles residents press city to take clearer stance on ICE activity

During this week’s council meeting, several St. Charles residents pressed city officials to clearly limit ICE activity on city property amid discussion about enforcement tactics, legal risk, and Illinois’ new immigration law.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft

Local news

Batavia approves 2026 budget, tax levy with focus on public safety and infrastructure

Dec 16, 2025

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Batavia approves 2026 budget, tax levy with focus on public safety and infrastructure

Batavia approved its 2026 budget and 2025 tax levy, raising the city property tax by about 13% and adding a new home-rule sales tax to fund public safety, infrastructure, and long-term community needs.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft

Local business

Earthmover Credit Union opens new Batavia branch

Dec 18, 2025

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Earthmover Credit Union opens new Batavia branch

Earthmover Credit Union celebrated the grand opening of its new Batavia branch on McKee Street with a multi-chamber ribbon cutting on December 17, marking its expansion into the Tri-Cities area.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft

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December 18 Newsletter: Local New Year's Eve happenings

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Dec 18, 2025

December 18 Newsletter: Local New Year's Eve happenings

Plus STC residents push for a local ICE policy, Batavia's budget approved with tax increases, and a local dog rescued from an icy pond.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft
December 15 Newsletter: A new restaurant could be headed to downtown Batavia

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Dec 15, 2025

December 15 Newsletter: A new restaurant could be headed to downtown Batavia

Plus a St. Charles housing project hits the pause button and county officials continue to discuss potentially redeveloping an east-side Geneva property into a solar field.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft
December 11 Newsletter: New coffee spots in the Tri-Cities

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Dec 11, 2025

December 11 Newsletter: New coffee spots in the Tri-Cities

Plus an update on the potential Pheasant Run redevelopment project and American bison make a triumphant return to the Tri-Cities

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft
December 8 Newsletter: Tri-Cities holiday traditions

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Dec 8, 2025

December 8 Newsletter: Tri-Cities holiday traditions

Plus a major Campton Hills housing development gets approval and more details emerge about Charlestowne Mall redevelopment plans.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft
December 4 Newsletter: A guide to nearby holiday light shows this season

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Dec 4, 2025

December 4 Newsletter: A guide to nearby holiday light shows this season

Plus a special commission for senior citizens in St. Charles, the demolition of a historic chimney in downtown Batavia, and several holiday events over the weekend.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft
December 1 Newsletter: A restaurant and lounge inspired by Mexico's coast set to open this winter

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Dec 1, 2025

December 1 Newsletter: A restaurant and lounge inspired by Mexico's coast set to open this winter

Plus the upcoming Geneva Christmas Walk and Holiday Home Tour, a historic weather weekend, and loose dogs attack dozens of chickens.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft
November 27 Newsletter: Local nonprofits and charitable organizations you can support on Giving Tuesday

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Nov 27, 2025

November 27 Newsletter: Local nonprofits and charitable organizations you can support on Giving Tuesday

Plus St. Charles officials plan to review concept plans for a Pheasant Run redevelopment project and big local plans for Small Business Saturday.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft
November 24 Newsletter: It's "Holiday Homecoming" weekend in St. Charles

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Nov 24, 2025

November 24 Newsletter: It's "Holiday Homecoming" weekend in St. Charles

Plus concerns emerge about a new proposed St. Charles subdivision and officials are considering whether to demolish a historic chimney in downtown Batavia.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft
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