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Batavia officials consider downtown plaza, public restroom plans

Batavia officials consider downtown plaza, public restroom plans

Batavia aldermen expressed support for a design for a new public plaza and self-cleaning restroom on North River Street as part of its plans to transform the former Tin Shop site.

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Restaurant to move into Graham's 318 building in Geneva

Restaurant to move into Graham's 318 building in Geneva

The former Graham’s 318 Coffeehouse building in Geneva has been sold and will soon reopen as The Kate at 318, featuring a new location of Bread & Vine restaurant.

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37th Annual Rotary Club of Batavia Car Raffle offers shot to win $50K

37th Annual Rotary Club of Batavia Car Raffle offers shot to win $50K

The local group is giving residents a chance to win a $50,000 grand prize (plus other prizes) while raising funds to support local scholarships, nonprofits, and community projects.

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Vape vending machines could look to set up shop in Batavia and Geneva

Vape vending machines could look to set up shop in Batavia and Geneva

A company hoping to expand vape vending machines across the suburbs sees a possible path to approval in the Tri-Cities, even as other towns move to block them.

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Elburn says no to golf carts on village streets

Elburn says no to golf carts on village streets

Elburn trustees unanimously voted against allowing golf carts on village streets, citing safety concerns, enforcement issues, and limited road access.

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Roadwork and electric upgrades to know about in Geneva

Roadwork and electric upgrades to know about in Geneva

The Kane County Health Department is reminding residents to take simple steps to prevent mosquito and tick bites this summer, helping reduce the risk of illnesses like West Nile virus and Lyme disease.

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Local officials urge residents to protect against mosquito and tick bites

Local officials urge residents to protect against mosquito and tick bites

The Kane County Health Department is reminding residents to take simple steps to prevent mosquito and tick bites this summer, helping reduce the risk of illnesses like West Nile virus and Lyme disease.

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Geneva eyes major facility upgrades with $130M+ long-term plan

Geneva eyes major facility upgrades with $130M+ long-term plan

Geneva officials are weighing a long-term plan to invest over $130 million in upgrades to city buildings, starting with a new police station and major improvements to City Hall, fire stations, and public works.

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Local lawmakers join push to block controversial court bill

Local lawmakers join push to block controversial court bill

State Senator Don DeWitte and Representative Dan Ugaste are backing a lawsuit to block Senate Bill 328, arguing it was passed unconstitutionally and would open Illinois courts to lawsuits unrelated to the state.

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Geneva Commons plans grand reopening under new ownership this Saturday

Geneva Commons plans grand reopening under new ownership this Saturday

The shopping center is hosting a Grand Reopening event on June 28 to celebrate new ownership, recent upgrades (including a new stage), and the addition of several new stores.

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Tri-Cities guide to 2025 4th of July events and fireworks

Tri-Cities guide to 2025 4th of July events and fireworks

Batavia and St. Charles will both host Fourth of July fireworks shows on Independence Day, with live music, food vendors, and road closures in effect around the main viewing areas.

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Boo Boo Days brings retro flair back to downtown Batavia July 11–13

Boo Boo Days brings retro flair back to downtown Batavia July 11–13

Downtown Batavia is bringing back its mid-century Boo Boo Days tradition in July with vintage ads, sidewalk sales, and retro cocktail specials during Windmill City Festival weekend.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft