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Sep 17, 2025
St. Charles officials narrowly approved the River 504 townhomes project in a 5–4 vote (with conditions) after debate over the preservation of mature trees along Prairie Street.
Sep 16, 2025
The Geneva City Council approved two grants to support a new downtown retail space and to help launch an arts-focused event called the Artist Sunday Road Rally.
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The Batavia Chamber of Commerce will honor Richard Clark — founder of Area Code Audio and host of Area Code: Batavia — with the 2025 Donna Dallesasse Award at the Chamber Cheers event on October 2.
Sep 13, 2025
The Kane County Forest Preserve District approved the purchase of more than 400 acres in Campton Hills near the planned 900-home La Fox development.
Sep 11, 2025
The city is celebrating new wins like Whole Foods and Fox Haven Square, but big questions remain at Charlestowne Mall and Pheasant Run — sites that will shape St. Charles’ future for decades to come.
Sep 10, 2025
The St. Charles Planning & Development Committee voted 5–3 to advance the River 504 row home project at First and Prairie streets despite concerns over tree removal, design, and pricing.
Sep 9, 2025
The Aurora Area CVB (which covers Batavia, Geneva, and North Aurora) reported $278M in local tourism spending in 2024, supporting more than 3K jobs and contributing to a record-breaking year for visitor growth.
Following a packed and sometimes heated meeting, Campton Hills trustees approved annexing nearly 1,000 acres for a 900-home development, setting aside about 440 acres set aside as open space.
Aug 29, 2025
Batavia alderpersons indicated support for a new energy policy that sets climate goals while leaving room for flexibility, with a final council vote expected September 2.
Batavia beekeepers shared lessons on sustainability, healing, and hive care during the Illinois State Beekeepers Association conference.
Patten House has reopened in downtown Geneva after a closure of nearly two years, once again serving its Cajun- and Creole-inspired menu inside the landmark 1857 building and on its popular patio.
Aug 28, 2025
Kane County will begin road work September 2 on Keslinger Road in Elburn and Fabyan Parkway in Geneva, with lane closures and delays expected through the fall.
Aug 27, 2025
The Forest Preserve District of Kane County and Fine Line Creative Arts Center are bringing back the Great Orb Hunt Sept. 4–30, hiding 150 handcrafted orbs in St. Charles and Batavia.
Aug 26, 2025
Elgin Republican Cody Holt has announced his candidacy for the GOP nomination in the 33rd state Senate district, seeking to succeed retiring Sen. Don DeWitte of St. Charles.
Elburn officials chose to emphasize education about e-bikes and scooters instead of adding new local rules, while leaving the door open for enforcement if problems persist.
Aug 25, 2025
The St. Charles Park District is launching a new Barnyard Biotechnology Series at Primrose Farm this fall, offering hands-on science classes for youth and adults on DNA, genetics, de-extinction, and more.
Aug 23, 2025
Three author events are coming to the Tri-Cities in early September, featuring book signings in Geneva and a history talk in St. Charles.
Aug 19, 2025
Kane County’s 2025 Homelessness Report shows rising need, limited shelter space, and skyrocketing housing costs, with calls for more supportive housing, emergency beds, and mental health services.
City Council members gave the green light to a contract for the demolition work at the August 18 meeting, paving the way for the 135-year-old building to be razed this fall.
Aug 18, 2025
Geneva is seeking architects to design a downtown market pavilion near the Metra station that would serve commuters during the week and host the seasonal French Market and events on weekends.
Batavia aldermen rejected proposals to fly suicide prevention and cancer awareness flags but approved proclamations recognizing both causes instead.
Aug 13, 2025
The League of Women Voters of Central Kane County is co-sponsoring "Immigration and Due Process: Panel Discussion," which will feature legal and policy experts discussing U.S. immigration law, enforcement practices, and their impact on Illinois communities.
St. Charles’ Government Services Committee voted on August 11 against signing a 20-year power contract with IMEA, opting to explore other potential energy options before the current deal ends in 2035.
Aug 12, 2025
Geneva District 304 approved a draft agreement requiring developer payments and student funding protections for a proposed 900-home Campton Hills project.
