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Plans for Honeybirds restaurant in Geneva making progress

Plans for Honeybirds restaurant in Geneva making progress

A newly submitted project narrative reveals that HoneyBird, the broasted chicken restaurant planned for 427 E. State Street in Geneva, is hoping to feature indoor and outdoor seating.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft
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Bocaditos Café: A new chapter for a Batavia landmark

Bocaditos Café: A new chapter for a Batavia landmark

From Civil War-era home to public library and business incubator, Batavia’s Newton House has been a cornerstone of community life for nearly 150 years — and now Bocaditos Café is helping to carry on that legacy.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft
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Tri-Cities businesses and attractions honored in 2025 "Best of the West" awards

Tri-Cities businesses and attractions honored in 2025 "Best of the West" awards

See all of the local spots from Batavia, Geneva and St. Charles that received recognition in West Suburban Living's annual awards.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft
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Urban Artisan: Where Midwest grit meets creative craftsmanship

Urban Artisan: Where Midwest grit meets creative craftsmanship

Blending bold ambition with handcrafted artistry, Urban Artisan is a Tri-Cities success story and a testament to what happens when you "make no little plans."

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft
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Wine Down Wednesdays may be coming back to St. Charles

Wine Down Wednesdays may be coming back to St. Charles

The St. Charles Business Alliance is looking to bring back a weekly event that was popular before the pandemic — this time at First Street Plaza.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft
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New Downtown Batavia Restaurant Guide now available

New Downtown Batavia Restaurant Guide now available

Batavia MainStreet’s updated Downtown Batavia Restaurant Guide features 35 local businesses — from restaurants to coffee shops and breweries — to help you decide where to dine and drink.

Sam Kraft
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Batavia MainStreet announces 2025 Batavia Boardwalk Shops

Batavia MainStreet announces 2025 Batavia Boardwalk Shops

Check out which small businesses and entrepreneurs will be setting up shop at the popular downtown Batavia destination this year.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft
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Eight products from Tri-Cities companies nominated for "Coolest Thing Made in Illinois"

Eight products from Tri-Cities companies nominated for "Coolest Thing Made in Illinois"

Vote for your favorite locally made products in the Illinois Manufacturers’ Association’s “March Madness” contest, where several Tri-Cities businesses will compete for a spot in the bracket — and ultimately the crown.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft
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Chamber Eats program to promote dining at Batavia restaurants

Chamber Eats program to promote dining at Batavia restaurants

The Batavia Chamber of Commerce Chamber Eats initiative, kicking off in March, will be an ongoing program featuring a different Batavia Chamber restaurant member each month.

Sam Kraft
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Batavia is launching a unique scavenger hunt featuring downtown businesses

Batavia is launching a unique scavenger hunt featuring downtown businesses

Running from March 8 through April 6, Batavia MainStreet's Share the Hype Scavenger Hunt will encourage residents and visitors to visit local businesses for a chance to win $800 in "Downtown Batavia Dollars."

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft
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Batavia Chamber announces five businesses as 2024 Ole Award winners

Batavia Chamber announces five businesses as 2024 Ole Award winners

Group recognizes businesses for their contributions to Batavia through new construction, renovations and community investment.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft
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Rud Dogs eatery set to open in St. Charles in March

Rud Dogs eatery set to open in St. Charles in March

Downtown St. Charles is getting a new late-night dining option with the opening of Rud Dogs in the former space of Bezo's Sandwiches.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft