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Aug 20, 2026
Plus a large housing development proposed for North Aurora, a local version of "Dancing with the Stars," and Batavia's new flag football team.
Local news
Aug 19, 2026
Nomination packets for St. Charles' April 2027 election, which includes five open aldermanic seats and the city clerk's office, will become available starting August 21.
Batavia's school board approved a new girls flag football team, but acknowledged that the season had already started before officials had formally signed off on the team.
Live music
Aug 18, 2026
Performances in Batavia, Geneva and St. Charles on Thursday through Sunday.
As more local communities grapple with how to regulate data centers, a public forum in Elgin on August 31 will break down what these facilities mean for Kane County residents' electric bills, water use, and neighborhoods.
Fox Haven Square has quickly transitioned from construction site to new business openings (including a salon and fitness studio this summer), with Lou Malnati's and Rosebud Steakhouse coming soon and a massive entertainment venue still on deck.
Construction has started on a new Lou Malnati's in St. Charles, which will be a full-service restaurant with seating for 200+ indoors plus more on the patio — it's expected to open near Fox Haven Square this fall.
Aug 17, 2026
North Aurora officials reviewed a 339-home concept plan for the Beiriger Farm property near Deepath and Tanner roads, which could be developed as part of a long-planned realignment of Tanner Road.
Local events
Geneva's Fox Valley Folk Music and Storytelling Festival will mark 50 years this Labor Day weekend at Wheeler Park, with six stages, a barn dance, and nationally recognized performers.
