Anderson Humane rescues dogs from tornado emergency in Springfield
Anderson Humane made a nearly 7-hour round trip to Springfield this week, bringing back six dogs displaced when a tornado destroyed the Animal Protective League's shelter and clinic there.
July 2 Newsletter: Historic sites in the Tri-Cities
Plus Wahlburgers abruptly closes its St. Charles location, new laws just went into effect in July, and Batavia's Boo Boo Days festival is quickly approaching.
New rules limit protests at Kane County's courthouses
Kane County's chief judge has restricted courthouse protests to specific zones after weeks of unrest tied to federal immigration arrests near the St. Charles complex.
Batavia is bringing back vintage vibes for the 2026 Boo Boo Days festival
Downtown Batavia is reviving its Boo Boo Days tradition July 10-12, bringing back 1950s-style storefront ads, retro cocktail specials, and sidewalk bargains as part of Windmill City Festival weekend.
Exploring the 30+ local sites on the National Register of Historic Places
From grain elevators and railroad depots to 100-year-old churches, schools, and family farmsteads, these historic sites trace the Tri-Cities area back to its earliest settlers.
Wahlburgers abruptly closed its St. Charles location effective immediately on June 29 after six years on Randall Road, citing a lease expiration — though they said a new location is on the way.
Geneva Public Library takes home two national awards
The Geneva Public Library earned two national honors at a major industry conference, taking home the top prize in library PR for its funding campaign to connect more residents with valuable library resources.
