Proposed plan to replace Geneva's former Red Lobster includes Shake Shack
Proposed plans for a new building on the vacant former Red Lobster site at the Geneva Commons show Shake Shack and CAVA as tenants. The city's Planning and Zoning Commission will review the plans Thursday.
Interested in opening a Batavia Boardwalk Shop? Applications for 2027 now open
Applications for the 2027 class of the Batavia Boardwalk Shops are now open, offering a nice opportunity for aspiring local entrepreneurs and established small business owners to take over a space in one of the popular downtown storefronts.
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Kane County Cougars switching to National Association of Professional Baseball
The Kane County Cougars are leaving the American Association to join the National Association of Professional Baseball starting in 2027, but the team says the game day experience won't change.
St. Charles' 1866 Haines house gearing up to open as gathering space
As a historic 1866 home on Main Street in St. Charles prepares to open as a gathering space later this year, its owners are also focused on supporting local nonprofits and addiction support groups.
St. Charles is planning repairs on two bridges, including patching and sidewalk improvements for the downtown Illinois Street Bridge and a long-term fix planned for the rusting Red Gate bridge railings in summer 2027.
Batavia officials to again consider gaming limits this week
Batavia officials will discuss implementing a hard limit on video gaming licenses this week, plus new rules on how close gaming locations can be to schools, places of worship, and possibly parks.
Netflix is filming a movie in downtown St. Charles
Netflix will bring about 80 crew vehicles to Town House Books in downtown St. Charles on Tuesday (9/29) to film a movie, which is reportedly a rom-com based on a popular novel.
St. Charles committee votes to advance revised Pheasant Run redevelopment plan
St. Charles officials advanced a revised Shops at Pheasant Run plan this week — with additional limits on drive-thrus and car washes — though many residents and some council members said they don't think it's the best fit for the city's eastern gateway.
How a local artist turns clay, color, and creativity into community gifts
Retired art teacher Nicole Yingst turned a worrying moment in her baby’s hospital room into a 15-year tradition of tie dyeing onesies for new local moms, and she's still serving as a fine role model for young artists.
Texas Roadhouse gets green light for Randall Road site in Batavia
Batavia officials approved a sales tax rebate deal that clears the way for a new Texas Roadhouse location on Randall Road near the Kohl's shopping center.
Need date night ideas? Here are some local favorites for the Tri-Cities
TCC readers shared their go-to Tri-Cities date night spots, from downtown restaurant and activity combos to picnic spots, live performances, and even a spaghetti special — here's what made the list.
