Liza Mitchem finds focus and fantasy in clay at Water Street Studios
Batavia artist Liza Mitchem is building a distinctive ceramics practice at Water Street Studios, blending science, fantasy, and animal portraiture into wheel-thrown pieces that have quickly found a local following.
Volunteer group to showcase model of Geneva blacksmith shop as vision for potential adaptive reuse
A local volunteer group will unveil an architectural model on January 8 showing how Geneva’s 1845 blacksmith shop once looked — and how it could potentially be restored and reused as a Tri-Cities visitor information center.
Geneva set to formally regulate solar energy systems
Geneva City Council will consider new zoning rules on January 5 that would formally regulate solar energy systems citywide, following unanimous support from the Planning & Zoning Commission.
Where to go during Dry January in the Tri-Cities in 2026
If you're embracing Dry January (or if you are a non-drinker to begin with), here are some local spots you can find an enticing selection of non-alcoholic cocktails, beers and other beverages.
MDW Cares kicks off 2026 with wellness, creativity, and financial confidence events
MDW Cares is launching a series of January events in the Tri-Cities that bring women together for judgment-free conversations about drinking less, hands-on creative goal-setting, and practical financial education — all designed to be welcoming, supportive, and accessible.
