There are more towns called Batavia, Geneva, and St. Charles than you think
It turns out that Batavia, Geneva, and St. Charles aren't just our towns — U.S. Census data shows more than 25 other namesakes nationwide, plus there's a surprising connection to Jakarta, Indonesia.
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.
Potential amenities floated for vacant St. Charles PD site
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.
Special reception in Batavia to explore the untold stories of Nelle Fabyan
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.
The Arcada Theatre to celebrate 100 years with a parade and special events
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 shares new data center details: noise, water use, and revenue
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.
