Fall leaf pickup: what to know in St. Charles, Batavia, and Geneva
Tri-Cities communities have launched their annual curbside leaf pickup programs, each offering three collection rounds through late November or early December.
October 13 Newsletter: Riverfront transformation ideas for St. Charles
Plus Batavia officials will consider a proposal to demolish the former Ethan Allen building and a pair of St. Charles North seniors are doing big things.
Local church aims to help women find encouragement, wisdom, and belonging
Chapelstreet Church offers two programs designed to support mothers in different stages of parenting, featuring guest speakers, small-group discussions, and practical guidance on topics such as parenting, marriage, and emotional health.
St. Charles explores riverfront redevelopment options for former police station site
Officials will review a feasibility study outlining several redevelopment options for the former police station site along the Fox River, kicking off a public process to decide how the key downtown riverfront property should evolve.
Historic building on Route 31 in Batavia faces possible demolition
Batavia’s Historic Preservation Commission will consider a proposal to demolish the long-vacant former Ethan Allen building at 14-18 N. Batavia Ave., sparking conversations about preservation, redevelopment, and downtown character.
October brings hands-on art and creative fun to Water Street Studios
Water Street Studios in Batavia is offering a month of creative fall workshops — from watercolor and collage to pumpkin carving — inviting the community to make art together this October.
Batavia Chamber of seeks Citizen of the Year Nominations
The Batavia Chamber of Commerce is accepting nominations through Friday, November 7 for the 2026 Citizen of the Year, who will be honored at the Inspire Awards on Thursday, April 23, 2026.
