Batavia volunteer fair will unite 35+ nonprofits at the library in April
The Batavia Chamber is hosting a free volunteer fair on April 28 at the Batavia Public Library, bringing together 35+ nonprofits for residents to explore and sign up for community service opportunities.
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.
The kiln whisperer: Matt Brej opens up about pottery, patience, and teaching in St. Charles
Matt Brej stumbled into a ceramics class at Elgin Community College two decades ago, which launched a dynamic career as a potter, teacher, and studio manager at Fine Line Creative Arts Center in St. Charles.
New class inducted into Fox Valley Arts Hall of Fame
The Fox Valley Arts Hall of Fame inducted seven new artists — spanning classical music, folk, theater, journalism, and progressive rock — at its 25th anniversary banquet at Eagle Brook Country Club.
Batavia officials continue to debate complexities of consequential state housing bill
Batavia Committee of the Whole took a deep look at the state's BUILD Act housing bill, with officials finding positive opportunities in parts of the proposal even as they raised concerns about local control, parking, and infrastructure.
Riverlands Brewing celebrates 7 years of bringing the community together through beer
The St. Charles brewery just celebrated its seventh anniversary, and co-founder Steve Marck reflects on how a Fourth of July barbecue, a decade of homebrewing, and a commitment to transparency turned Riverlands into a Tri-Cities institution.
St. Charles water meters going wireless — no more home visits for readings
St. Charles is replacing aging water meters with wireless versions that allow remote readings and real-time leak detection so that home visits will no longer be required.
