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Oct 21, 2026
St. Charles officials advanced a $3.5 million TIF agreement for the Shops at Pheasant Run that would reimburse the developer for eligible costs through property tax revenue generated by the project.
Geneva public works staff said that eastbound East State Street lanes are on track to reopen around Thanksgiving — and construction will take a break during the Thanksgiving and Christmas holiday periods.
Here’s a quick guide to the key races and questions on Tri-Cities area ballots before Election Day on Nov. 3.
Oct 20, 2026
The Kane County Board approved a special use permit for a solar farm on a Tanner Road property next to North Aurora homes — despite the village's objection to the project.
Local events
BatFest takes over downtown Batavia on Saturday (10/24) with trick-or-treating at 60+ businesses, festive performances, a community parade, and costume contests for kids and pets.
Artist profile
Andria Burchett went from teaching neighbors in her basement to running Beech Tree Studio in Geneva, where five weekly colored pencil classes are built on a key principle: anyone willing to learn can draw.
Oct 19, 2026
The Forest Preserve District of Kane County just added 33 acres to Bliss Woods, protecting the original part of the woodland that gave Sugar Grove its name.
Newsletter
Plus the St. Charles Lou Malnati's sets an opening date, neighbors push back on a proposed housing development, and two Batavia businesses are closing.
Live music
Oct 18, 2026
Performances in Batavia, Geneva and St. Charles from Monday to Thursday.
