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Geneva author tackles school censorship in new novel

Geneva author tackles school censorship in new novel

Geneva author and educator Ellen Jo Ljung will soon debut her first novel, Caught in the Crossfire, a timely story inspired by real-life political pressures facing teachers.

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Upcoming senior events and memory care programs in the Fox Valley

Upcoming senior events and memory care programs in the Fox Valley

Discover educational and recreational events for seniors; local dementia caregiver support groups; and and other resources for families affected by dementia or memory impairment.

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Sam Kraft
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Transit rescue stalls as local officials brace for potential cuts

Transit rescue stalls as local officials brace for potential cuts

Local leaders from Batavia, Geneva and across the suburbs had sounded the alarm over a proposed overhaul of the Chicago-area transit system.

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Geneva looks to support major industrial project with incentive agreement

Geneva looks to support major industrial project with incentive agreement

Geneva officials are considering a $250K incentive to support a major new headquarters and manufacturing facility east of Kirk Road.

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Batavia takes step toward regulating kratom and hemp-based THC sales

Batavia takes step toward regulating kratom and hemp-based THC sales

Batavia’s Committee of the Whole voted to advance a revised ordinance that would limit the sale of kratom and hemp-derived THC products to adults 21 and over, with new rules on packaging, storage and enforcement.

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Two downtown St. Charles pedestrian projects to begin first week of June

Two downtown St. Charles pedestrian projects to begin first week of June

The initiatives aim to improve pedestrian and bike access will bring lane closures and traffic changes to Main Street and Illinois Street through early fall.

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Eight suburban faith groups to join in Aurora Pride events

Eight suburban faith groups to join in Aurora Pride events

The groups, including congregations from Batavia and Geneva, will join together for a pancake breakfast, ecumenical worship, and the Aurora Pride parade on Sunday, June 8.

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Wednesday evening Farmers’ Market returns to Downtown Batavia

Wednesday evening Farmers’ Market returns to Downtown Batavia

Batavia’s Wednesday evening Farmers’ Market returns June 4 as a midweek companion to the Saturday market, featuring around 20 local vendors on North River Street with baked goods, fresh produce, and new offerings like cannoli and garden plants.

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Batavia officials show support for riverfront affordable housing project

Batavia officials show support for riverfront affordable housing project

Batavia City Council has given early approval to explore a $24 million affordable apartment project near the Fox River, which would convert a long-vacant quarry site into 72 new housing units at 400 S. River St.

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Kane County identifies top health priorities in 2024 community assessment

Kane County identifies top health priorities in 2024 community assessment

The latest health assessment highlights behavioral health, access to care, housing, and food access as the top concerns shaping its new community improvement plan.

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Celebrating Memorial Day is an important tradition in the Tri-Cities

Celebrating Memorial Day is an important tradition in the Tri-Cities

See what's happening in Batavia, Geneva and St. Charles for Memorial Day 2025 and learn about parades and similar traditions from past holidays.

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Sam Kraft
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Tri Cities Exchange Club honors local students with ACE Awards

Tri Cities Exchange Club honors local students with ACE Awards

Ten graduating seniors from five Tri-Cities area high schools were honored at the annual ACE Awards for overcoming personal challenges on their path to graduation.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft