Arcada Theatre to celebrate 100 years with downtown parade

The Arcada Theatre will mark its 100th anniversary with a downtown St. Charles parade on Saturday, September 6 — exactly 100 years to the day after the historic venue first opened its doors in 1926.

Kane County is seeking its next ethics advisor

Kane County Board Chairman Corinne Pierog is accepting applications through April 30 for the county's next ethics advisor, a three-year appointment left vacant by the retirement of former Judge Grant Wegner after 14 years in the role.

St. Charles' big Fox Haven Square development is almost ready for action

Fox Haven Square in St. Charles will see establishments begin to open the first week of May, with fire + wine and Simple EJ's leading a tenant lineup that includes a variety of dining, recreation, and shopping concepts.

Meet the Geneva mom and author who's been fighting the Lyme disease epidemic for a decade — and wrote a book about it

After 10 years and more than 20 specialists, Geneva mom and author Terri McCormick finally learned her kids had Lyme disease — and now she's written a book about the hidden epidemic, with a May 11 launch event at Eagle Brook.

Geneva officials signal TIF support for historic Bennett House redevelopment

Geneva's City Council voted unanimously to advance potential TIF assistance for the redevelopment of the historic Bennett House on State Street, though no funding has been committed.

April 9 Newsletter: Swedish Days Parade hits the pause button

Plus a steep water/sewer rate hike in St. Charles, a potential new residential development in Geneva, and a soon-to-open tea and pottery shop.

Announcing Tri-Cities Dinner Club

Join your neighbors for simple, fun way to connect with other locals. No algorithm required — just some good food, easy conversation, and the same upbeat energy you get from Tri-Cities Central.

Tri-Cities Live Music Events: April 9-12

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

Two St. Charles standouts honored with Spirit of St. Charles awards

St. Charles officials honored two community members with Spirit of St. Charles awards Monday night — Mark Weiss (of Comic Books for Kids) and Dawn Phillips (of Brown Butter Baked Goods & Café).

St. Charles approves four-year utility rate overhaul to fund lead pipe mandate

The St. Charles City Council voted to restructure water, sewer, and electric rates over four years — with significant water and sewer increases funding a state-mandated lead pipe replacement program affecting 3,400 customers (partially offset by a 5% electric rate cut).

Geneva officials to review 13-unit residential proposal for East State Street

Geneva officials will review a proposal to build 13 new residential units with live/work spaces at 223 E State Street, transforming a corner lot at Garfield Street currently home to a single commercial building.

A tea shop that makes its own pottery is opening in downtown Geneva

Steep N' Clay, a family-owned tea shop and working pottery studio from Elgin, opens its second location in downtown Geneva on April 18 with tea samples flowing all day.

Geneva's Swedish Days parade is taking a year off

Geneva's Swedish Days Grand Parade is sitting out 2026 — the Chamber is using the break to reimagine the event and plans to replace it with family-friendly downtown activities on parade Sunday.

April 6 Newsletter: Tulip festivals near the Tri-Cities area

Plus Tri-Cities is in the midst of an e-bike boom, a very rare gown goes on display in Geneva, and two local institutions celebrating major milestones.

Tri-Cities Obituaries: April 5, 2026

Geneva's Fabyan Villa Museum is now home to one of only six Doeuillet gowns in the world

A newly restored couture gown designed by the man credited with inventing the cocktail dress goes on display this month at Geneva's Fabyan Villa Museum — one of only six museums in the world with a Doeuillet garment.

Tri-Cities Live Music Events: April 6-9

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

Batavia volunteer fair will unite 35+ nonprofits at the library in April

The Batavia Chamber is hosting a free volunteer fair on April 28 at the Batavia Public Library, bringing together 35+ nonprofits for residents to explore and sign up for community service opportunities.

Geneva Chamber highlighting East State Street businesses during construction

The Geneva Chamber of Commerce is launching a social media campaign to remind shoppers and diners that East State Street businesses are still open during the ongoing reconstruction project.

April 2 Newsletter: Introducing the Tri-Cities Dinner Club

Plus a housing debate in Batavia, a historic building to be revived in downtown St. Charles, and native plant sales coming up.

Tri-Cities Live Music Events: April 2-5, 2026

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

New class inducted into Fox Valley Arts Hall of Fame

The Fox Valley Arts Hall of Fame inducted seven new artists — spanning classical music, folk, theater, journalism, and progressive rock — at its 25th anniversary banquet at Eagle Brook Country Club.

Batavia officials continue to debate complexities of consequential state housing bill

Batavia Committee of the Whole took a deep look at the state's BUILD Act housing bill, with officials finding positive opportunities in parts of the proposal even as they raised concerns about local control, parking, and infrastructure.

Riverlands Brewing celebrates 7 years of bringing the community together through beer

The St. Charles brewery just celebrated its seventh anniversary, and co-founder Steve Marck reflects on how a Fourth of July barbecue, a decade of homebrewing, and a commitment to transparency turned Riverlands into a Tri-Cities institution.

St. Charles water meters going wireless — no more home visits for readings

St. Charles is replacing aging water meters with wireless versions that allow remote readings and real-time leak detection so that home visits will no longer be required.