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.
Three local plant sales for garden enthusiasts this weekend
The Batavia Lions Club, Batavia Plain Dirt Gardeners, and Heritage Prairie Farm will all host plant sales over Mother's Day weekend, offering locally grown hanging baskets, native plants, and certified organic vegetables.
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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.
Ward 3 alderman resigns after 16 years of service to St. Charles
Bob Gehm stepped down as St. Charles Ward 3 alderman after 16 years of combined service — and now the city needs someone to fill his seat, with applications open through May 25.
Weaver, teacher, Art Instigator: Lynn Caldwell's two decades at Fine Line
Lynn Caldwell has spent 20 years as Executive Director of Fine Line Creative Arts Center in St. Charles — and the weaver, teacher, and self-described "Art Instigator" is still as inspired by the work as the day she signed up for her first loom class.
St. Charles honors community leaders at 58th Charlemagne Awards
The St. Charles Chamber honored several people and projects for leadership and civic vision at its Charlemagne Awards dinner last week, include 84-year-old Harrison Schneider for his decades of community service.
The Forest Preserve District of Kane County is opening a new public archery range in Elburn next month, with a free grand opening event on June 6 and a permit system kicking in July 1.
Dunkin' rooftop fundraiser coming to Batavia, Geneva, and St. Charles
Local police officers will take to Dunkin' rooftops across Batavia, Geneva, and St. Charles this Friday to raise money for Special Olympics Illinois, allowing residents to stop by, donate, and grab a coffee for a good cause.
Looking for a screen-free summer kids activity? This yoga camp is a great option
Power Moves Yoga's Kids Summer Yoga Camp is back for its fifth year with a four-week Thursday program for kids age 5–9 that blends movement, mindfulness, and creative arts — with a $25 discount for TCC readers.
Mayor says developers already scoping out Batavia as state housing bill advances
According to the mayor, speculators are already walking Batavia neighborhoods and requesting city infrastructure information in anticipation of the state's BUILD plan as the legislation works through Springfield.
It's going to be a busy summer of school-related projects in Geneva
Geneva CUSD 304 is kicking off a major summer of capital improvements in June, with projects planned at nearly every school in the district — from new tennis courts and parking lots at the high school to improvements at both middle schools.
Blacksmith shop wrapped in plastic as fines keep adding up
Geneva's historic 1843 blacksmith shop was wrapped in white plastic last week, raising questions about whether the move (made without notifying the city) will protect or accelerate the deterioration of a landmark at the center of a lengthy standoff.
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.
