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Kane County eyes sales tax hike for public safety

Kane County eyes sales tax hike for public safety

Kane County Board Chair Corinne Pierog recently made a presentation about a 0.75% retail sales tax increase that will appear on the April 1 ballot and would generate $51 million in revenue for public safety initiatives.

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How to celebrate Women's History Month in the Tri-Cities

How to celebrate Women's History Month in the Tri-Cities

From history to activism, financial empowerment to fitness and networking, this month is packed with opportunities to celebrate and support women in Batavia, Geneva and St. Charles.

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More than 25 local candidates confirmed for WCLC meet n' greet event

More than 25 local candidates confirmed for WCLC meet n' greet event

We Can Lead Change Fox Valley’s (WCLC) Meet the Candidates event on March 5 in St. Charles will feature at least 26 local candidates for mayor, city council, school and library board races

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Batavia is launching a unique scavenger hunt featuring downtown businesses

Batavia is launching a unique scavenger hunt featuring downtown businesses

Running from March 8 through April 6, Batavia MainStreet's Share the Hype Scavenger Hunt will encourage residents and visitors to visit local businesses for a chance to win $800 in "Downtown Batavia Dollars."

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From charm to challenges: Tri-Cities residents share their views on local downtown areas

From charm to challenges: Tri-Cities residents share their views on local downtown areas

Downtown development is a hot topic in the Tri-Cities, with residents weighing in on what’s working — and what’s missing. From thriving nightlife to empty storefronts, here’s what locals had to say about the current state and future of their downtowns.

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Batavia considers proposed tax on self-storage rentals to curb expansion

Batavia considers proposed tax on self-storage rentals to curb expansion

City officials discussed revenue benefits and potential impact on commercial areas during a recent committee meeting.

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Forums planned for Sugar Grove and Waubonsee candidates

Forums planned for Sugar Grove and Waubonsee candidates

Five-part candidate event will includes candidates in races for Waubonsee Community College Trustee, Village of Sugar Grove Trustee and Village of Sugar Grove President.

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Batavia Lions Club seeks donations of used eyeglasses and hearing aids

Batavia Lions Club seeks donations of used eyeglasses and hearing aids

Batavia Lions have served the community as a leading nonprofit service club assisting many eye- and ear-impaired Batavians and others in need. Donate eyeglasses and hearing aids if you can.

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Batavia hires consultants to help with energy planning

Batavia hires consultants to help with energy planning

City officials are exploring cost-effective, reliable alternatives before committing to long-term coal-based energy contracts.

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Kane County set a record for passports processed in January

Kane County set a record for passports processed in January

Factors for record-setting month include an increased demand for travel and the upcoming May deadline to have either a passport or a REAL ID compliant document for travel.

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Local State Senator sponsors migrant transparency legislation

Local State Senator sponsors migrant transparency legislation

State Senator Don DeWitte is co-sponsoring Senate Bill 1699, which would require a state agency to produce annual reports detailing expenditures on services such for non-citizens.

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Geneva, St. Charles Police to do Polar Plunge fundraisers in March

Geneva, St. Charles Police to do Polar Plunge fundraisers in March

St. Charles' event will take place at Ferson Creek Park on March 9 while the Geneva event will happen at Silver Springs State Park's Loon Lake in Yorkville on March 2. Both benefit Special Olympics Illinois.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft