Arcada Theatre to celebrate 100 years with downtown parade

The Arcada Theatre will mark its 100th anniversary with a downtown St. Charles parade on Saturday, September 6 — exactly 100 years to the day after the historic venue first opened its doors in 1926.

Kane County is seeking its next ethics advisor

Kane County Board Chairman Corinne Pierog is accepting applications through April 30 for the county's next ethics advisor, a three-year appointment left vacant by the retirement of former Judge Grant Wegner after 14 years in the role.

Geneva officials signal TIF support for historic Bennett House redevelopment

Geneva's City Council voted unanimously to advance potential TIF assistance for the redevelopment of the historic Bennett House on State Street, though no funding has been committed.

Two St. Charles standouts honored with Spirit of St. Charles awards

St. Charles officials honored two community members with Spirit of St. Charles awards Monday night — Mark Weiss (of Comic Books for Kids) and Dawn Phillips (of Brown Butter Baked Goods & Café).

St. Charles approves four-year utility rate overhaul to fund lead pipe mandate

The St. Charles City Council voted to restructure water, sewer, and electric rates over four years — with significant water and sewer increases funding a state-mandated lead pipe replacement program affecting 3,400 customers (partially offset by a 5% electric rate cut).

Geneva officials to review 13-unit residential proposal for East State Street

Geneva officials will review a proposal to build 13 new residential units with live/work spaces at 223 E State Street, transforming a corner lot at Garfield Street currently home to a single commercial building.

A tea shop that makes its own pottery is opening in downtown Geneva

Steep N' Clay, a family-owned tea shop and working pottery studio from Elgin, opens its second location in downtown Geneva on April 18 with tea samples flowing all day.

Geneva's Fabyan Villa Museum is now home to one of only six Doeuillet gowns in the world

A newly restored couture gown designed by the man credited with inventing the cocktail dress goes on display this month at Geneva's Fabyan Villa Museum — one of only six museums in the world with a Doeuillet garment.

Geneva Chamber highlighting East State Street businesses during construction

The Geneva Chamber of Commerce is launching a social media campaign to remind shoppers and diners that East State Street businesses are still open during the ongoing reconstruction project.

April 6 Newsletter: Tulip festivals near the Tri-Cities area

Plus Tri-Cities is in the midst of an e-bike boom, a very rare gown goes on display in Geneva, and two local institutions celebrating major milestones.

Tri-Cities Obituaries: April 5, 2026

April 2 Newsletter: Introducing the Tri-Cities Dinner Club

Plus a housing debate in Batavia, a historic building to be revived in downtown St. Charles, and native plant sales coming up.

March 30 Newsletter: A spring planting and gardening guide for the Tri-Cities

Plus the Batavia community rallies behind a local family after tragedy, a major housing project proposed in St. Charles, and a day dedicated to all things Geneva.

March 23 Newsletter: Flea markets near the Tri-Cities

Plus St. Charles residents make their voices heard about the future of a downtown riverfront property and Batavia hosts its first-ever "Wine Walk."

March 19 Newsletter: Local election and referendum results

Plus a potential water and sewer rate hike in St. Charles, new e-bike and e-moto regulations in Batavia, and a smorgasbord of Easter events coming up across the Tri-Cities.

March 16 Newsletter: Readers voice concerns about affordability in the Tri-Cities

Plus a LaFox of Campton Hills TIF update, a deep dive into Batavia's windmill history, and several wine-focused events for the week ahead.

March 12 Newsletter: Local arts community busy with new events, initiatives, and honors

Plus St. Patrick's Day events, a new solar site approved near St. Charles, and weighing in on affordability in the Tri-Cities area.