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.
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.
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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.
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.
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.
TriCity Family Services to host “Search Party” scavenger hunt fundraiser in downtown Geneva
TriCity Family Services is hosting a downtown Geneva scavenger hunt fundraiser on April 17 where teams of four can explore the city while raising money for local mental health services.
Local raffle offers a chance to win big — and help your neighbors
A growing Queen of Hearts raffle at Sturdy Shelter in Batavia is raising money for Tri City Health Partnership, the only clinic in Kane County offering completely free medical and dental care to uninsured adults — tickets are $5 and the pot is already past $1,100.
St. Charles D303 facilities committee entering the home stretch — and a referendum could follow
A St. Charles D303 community committee reviewing more than $400 million in school facilities needs is heading into its final two meetings before delivering a report to the school board — and a referendum could follow.
Jeans and a Cute Top Shop closes its St. Charles location after 15 years
Jeans and a Cute Top Shop closed its popular St. Charles location after 15 years, allowing the owner to consolidate the business into her Wheaton store and bring her St. Charles manager along for the transition.
Illinois governor's housing plan puts Batavia mayor — and other suburbs — on alert
Gov. Pritzker's proposal for the state to override local residential zoning laws has Batavia's mayor and the Metropolitan Mayor's Caucus organizing opposition — and even a trip down to Springfield.
Geneva moves to add security cameras at city hall, police station, and public works
Geneva officials recommended installing security cameras at city hall, the police station, and the public works facility, closing coverage gaps that staff say have caused issues in the past.
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.
