Starbird chicken chain opens its first Midwest spot in St. Charles on Monday
West Coast chicken tender chain Starbird will make its Midwest debut on Randall Road in St. Charles on Monday when it holds a grand opening celebration — including a friendly local competition.
Six townhomes proposed for vacant lot in downtown Geneva
A developer has proposed six townhomes for a vacant lot on North Fifth Street near Marberry Cleaners in downtown Geneva, but the plan would require zoning changes and still needs city review.
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St. Charles recognized for building a bike-friendly community
The St. Charles Park District and the City of St. Charles won a statewide award for their decades-long partnership and ongoing efforts to make the city easier and safer to get around by bike.
La Fox manufacturer aims build Illinois’ largest commercial battery storage system
La Fox-based Richardson Electronics is ramping up production of large batteries that store power for the grid and plans to build what it says will be the state’s largest commercial battery storage system.
Batavia Chamber announces bigger scholarships for graduating seniors
The Batavia Chamber increased the amount its four Inspire Scholarships to $1,500 each, and applications are now open for Batavia seniors across four career categories.
First park designs for former St. Charles police station site to be unveiled
St. Charles officials will weigh in Monday on three early park designs for the former riverfront police station site, including which amenities to keep and how much of the old building should stay.
Rosati’s Pizza moves its national headquarters to Geneva
Rosati’s Pizza has moved its national headquarters to Geneva as the family-owned Chicago-area pizza chain is on track for its biggest growth year in history.
Lead cleanup for St. Charles railroad bridge moves into next phase
After being cited by the IEPA in May, Union Pacific is cleaning up peeling lead paint from its railroad bridge near Route 31 in St. Charles, with a full repainting of the bridge expected next spring.
Kane County recycling center on Fabyan to close for about a month
Kane County’s recycling center on Fabyan Parkway in Geneva will close for about a month starting Oct. 19 for repaving and site improvements, but alternative sites will be available.
With a third of local households struggling to afford the basics, Batavia United Way is helping fill the gap
According to a new report from Batavia United Way, about a third of Batavia households are working yet struggle to make ends meet — here's how the local nonprofit is helping through grant funding and community programs.
What's next for Route 47? A proposed county study aims to find out
Kane County's Executive Committee advanced a nearly $4M study on the future of Route 47, exploring possible bypasses around Elburn and Lily Lake and improvements at key crossings.
St. Charles painter Danielle Piloto turns classical portraits into modern stories
St. Charles painter Danielle Piloto blends classical technique with modern storytelling, creating portraits that tackle motherhood, liberty, justice, and how young women see themselves.
