New neighborhood restaurant planned for the former site of The Elms in Batavia
The Main Street property on Batavia’s west side that was previously home to The Elms restaurant is getting closer to welcoming a new neighborhood eatery.
State senator Don DeWitte files alternative to BUILD plan with a focus on local control
State Sen. Don DeWitte, whose district covers Geneva and St. Charles, has filed a housing bill as an alternative to Gov. Pritzker's BUILD plan that aims to produce more affordable housing options without removing local government controls.
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Solar farm proposed for long-vacant Geneva lot near Fabyan and Kirk
A renewable energy firm wants to construct a community solar farm on a 13-acre lot near Fabyan and Kirk in Geneva that the developer says has been vacant for more than a century — with a public hearing set for May 28.
Four Batavia High School seniors are heading into college and trade school with a little extra support after the Batavia Chamber awarded $1,000 Inspire Scholarships to students pursuing specific career paths.
A local high schooler's vision became this year's "Paint the Street" mural in St. Charles
A St. Charles East student designed this year's "Paint the Street" mural in downtown St. Charles, with an Art Deco color palette honoring The Arcada's upcoming 100th anniversary.
Nine local students honored for overcoming adversity at annual ACE Awards breakfast
More than 135 people were on hand at the Tri Cities Exchange Club’s annual ACE Awards breakfast, where the group recognized nine local high school seniors for overcoming major personal hardships on their way to graduation.
Two community members honored for disability inclusion work at Rising Lights Project gala
A Geneva library professional and a St. Charles fitness instructor were honored at last weekend's Rising Lights Project gala for their community work creating accessible programming for adults with disabilities.
St. Charles Plan Commission voted against recommending a Club Car Wash on East Main Street, citing noise and traffic concerns near the Hilton Garden Inn — but the application will head back to committee for another review soon.
Pickleball Smash raises $2,000 for local seniors in inaugural event
The inaugural Pickleball Smash in North Aurora drew 160+ players and raised $2,000 for local senior programs — and organizers are already planning the next one.
Kane County Forest Preserves offer a variety of summer activities
The Forest Preserve District of Kane County has a full summer lineup of outdoor programs running through August for all ages, including nature camps, kayaking, fishing clinics, bison walks, and more.
St. Charles officials weigh whether to give city-owned downtown land to a developer for free
St. Charles officials are considering whether to hand a developer a $340,000 city-owned lot for free to complete the long-stalled First Street Redevelopment downtown — and the vote isn't close to unanimous.
May 7 Newsletter: Tri-Cities Dinner Club and Mother's Day weekend
Plus opening weekend for the Boardwalk Shops, another proposed residential development in St. Charles, and the Swedish Meatballs prepare to play ball in Geneva.
April 27 Newsletter: Where to find Little Free Libraries in the Tri-Cities area
Plus a proposed 100+ home housing development in St. Charles, public art in Geneva, a local bank robbery, and the forthcoming return of the Batavia Boardwalk Shops.
Plus St. Charles neighbors unite against a proposed housing development, a popular downtown Batavia restaurant is closing, and Fermilab welcomes its first baby bison of the season.
April 20 Newsletter: First Fox Haven Square restaurant sets opening date
Plus Batavia wants to build a new police station on Mooseheart land, a Geneva architect is documenting the Fox Valley in watercolor, and a film festival coming up in St. Charles.
April 16 Newsletter: Four community garage sales are coming up soon
Plus the Swedish Days parade is back on, what's next after Geneva's failed public safety referendum, and a potential school facilities referendum in St. Charles.
