December 1 Newsletter: A restaurant and lounge inspired by Mexico's coast set to open this winter

Plus the upcoming Geneva Christmas Walk and Holiday Home Tour, a historic weather weekend, and loose dogs attack dozens of chickens.

Tri-Cities Live Music Events: December 1-4

Performances in Batavia, Geneva and St. Charles from Monday to Thursday.

Tri-Cities Obituaries: December 1

Geneva moving toward Bird City Illinois certification

Geneva officials are considering a resolution to apply for Bird City Illinois certification, citing completed sustainability and habitat projects that already meet the program’s requirements.

Loose dogs kill dozens of chickens at Geneva Township farm

Two escaped dogs killed more than 30 chickens at a Geneva Township property, leading county officials to cite the owner for allowing the animals to run loose.

Alloy small-group training franchise to open a location in Geneva

Alloy Personal Training is opening a location on South Randall Road in Geneva in January 2026, offering appointment-based strength training in a supportive team environment.

November 27 Newsletter: Local nonprofits and charitable organizations you can support on Giving Tuesday

Plus St. Charles officials plan to review concept plans for a Pheasant Run redevelopment project and big local plans for Small Business Saturday.

Tri-Cities Live Music Events: November 27-30

Performances in Batavia, Geneva and St. Charles on Thursday through Sunday.

Snow is coming — here's what to know about parking in the Tri-Cities

Batavia, Geneva, and St. Charles have policies for residents when snow parking bans go into effect and how plowing operations work as winter weather moves in.