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Sep 3, 2026
A new downtown Batavia mural debuts at City Hall on Sept. 12, showcasing wagons, windmills, limestone, and other ways the city has contributed to America's 250-year history.
St. Charles officials discussed possible uses for the old police station site on the downtown riverfront, including an ice skating ribbon, small retail shops, an open-air plaza, and a bandshell for community gatherings and performances.
Newsletter
Plus an update on the Batavia data center project, the Arcada Theatre's 100th anniversary celebration, and the untold stories of Nelle Fabyan.
Local events
Sep 2, 2026
Preservation Partners of the Fox Valley will host a Sept. 17 dinner in Batavia honoring Nelle Fabyan, shedding light on her life's mysterious untold stories and her trailblazing role at the historic Fabyan Villa and Riverbank Estate.
Live music
Performances in Batavia, Geneva and St. Charles on Thursday through Sunday.
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Sep 1, 2026
The Arcada Theatre is celebrating its 100th anniversary on Sunday (9/6) with a centennial parade through downtown St. Charles, plus a special “behind the scenes” experience and a history of rock n’ roll music showcase.
Batavia updated its data center project information page, adding new details about estimated water usage, noise levels, and revenue the 120K-square-foot facility is expected to generate for the city.
Artist profile
Aug 31, 2026
Drawing on decades of experience as a healthcare worker, Batavia songwriter Steve Cohen now writes original "personal anthems" for clients and communities — including a recent tribute to John Lewis performed in Geneva.
As part of its ongoing community initiatives, Batavia's American Legion Post 504 handed out $6K in scholarships to high school grads entering medical fields and is prepping 100+ gift bags for local veterans this fall.
