A Rooted Home is getting a permanent spot in downtown Batavia
A Rooted Home, a fan favorite from last year's Batavia Boardwalk Shops, is opening a permanent downtown storefront with a "first look" event this Saturday (3/21) and a Grand Opening on March 28.
Sam Kraft
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Meet the master St. Charles basketweaver who never stops learning
A St. Charles basketweaver who got her start at a park district class in 1984 has spent the last four decades teaching her craft at Fine Line Creative Arts Center and weaving herself into the fabric of the local arts community.
Campton Hills board advances $90M LaFox TIF district amid pushback
The Campton Hills Joint Review Board backed a $90 million TIF district for the 900-home LaFox of Campton Hills development, but park, library, and county officials warned the tax freeze could cost their districts significantly.
Batavia officials back school district's bid to expand its Main Street footprint — over some objections
Batavia's Committee of the Whole voted 10-2 to recommend letting the school district purchase 812 Main Street for storage despite some objections that the move will harm the city's redevelopment vision.
St. Charles eyes downtown safety upgrades along popular cycling corridor
St. Charles officials are pursuing a planning contract to study safety and streetscaping improvements along the busy Riverside Avenue corridor, where cyclists and cars have faced challenges coexisting near the Fox River Trail.
Meet the Geneva neighbor who will reorganize your entire house — or small business
A Geneva woman has turned a lifelong obsession with organization and modern decor into The Polished Nest, a new home organizing and decorating business serving the Tri-Cities area.
Local drive collecting household essentials for Heritage Woods seniors
A local collection initiative culminating in a special "shopping event" is gathering household and personal care essentials for fixed-income seniors at Heritage Woods of Batavia through April 3.
Downtown Geneva to "explode" with colorful art in May
Downtown Geneva is turning local shops and restaurants into pop-up galleries for a free, one-day Art Explosion event on May 2 featuring painting, sculpture, music, dance, and more.
7 Brew Coffee aims to open new location in St. Charles
The St. Charles Plan Commission recommended approval for a 7 Brew Coffee drive-thru location at Prairie Centre, bringing the chain — which has a highly popular Naperville location — one step closer to a local presence.
March 9 Newsletter: A week of St. Patrick's Day festivities
Plus a popular coffee chain may be coming to St. Charles, the debut of Batavia's first dispensary, and a Batman-like Grappler device in action in Kane County.
March 2 Newsletter: Vintage Shop Hop weekend approaches
Plus plans are progressing for Batavia's new downtown plaza, election resources as the March 17 Primary approaches, and a mysterious headstone in Geneva.
February 26 Newsletter: The newest addition to Geneva's cafe scene
Plus a big year for downtown business and tourism in St. Charles, a Geneva wine spot is going out of business, and an update on the Kane County Sheriff's race.
February 19 Newsletter: Top fish fry spots near the Tri-Cities
Plus local candidates share their positions during recent voter forums, Batavia explores new e-bike and e-moto regulations, and Illinois' "biggest cat show."
February 16 Newsletter: Introducing the 2026 class of Batavia Boardwalk Shops
Plus a new childcare center planned for St. Charles, a water quality alert in Elburn, and a fun visit from regional radio personalities to a local high school.
