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January 29 Newsletter: St. Charles Restaurant Week approaches

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Jan 29, 2026

January 29 Newsletter: St. Charles Restaurant Week approaches

Plus a community solar development proposed in St. Charles Township, big changes for popular local businesses, and free help on your taxes.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft
January 26 Newsletter: The Tri-Cities emerge from a very cold weekend

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Jan 26, 2026

January 26 Newsletter: The Tri-Cities emerge from a very cold weekend

Plus a proclamation from St. Charles officials on federal immigration enforcement activity and national recognition for a local Underground Railroad site.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft
January 22 Newsletter: How Riverbank Laboratories in Geneva played a key role in our nation's history

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Jan 22, 2026

January 22 Newsletter: How Riverbank Laboratories in Geneva played a key role in our nation's history

Plus a long-term plan for Batavia's South River Street Corridor, how bison were brought back to a Kane County preserve, and ice skating options in the Tri-Cities.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft
January 19 Newsletter: New cigar lounge, raw bar, and jazz venue in the works for St. Charles

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Jan 19, 2026

January 19 Newsletter: New cigar lounge, raw bar, and jazz venue in the works for St. Charles

Plus an update on the new upscale restaurant planned for downtown Batavia and new regulations for short-term rental properties in Kane County.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft
January 15 Newsletter: Geneva Restaurant Week returns this weekend

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Jan 15, 2026

January 15 Newsletter: Geneva Restaurant Week returns this weekend

Plus a narrow vote saves the historic Geneva blacksmith shop (for now), a preservation plan emerges for the Barry House in St. Charles, and a new pedestrian bridge across the Fox River.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft
January 12 Newsletter: A new restaurant is coming soon to Geneva's east side

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Jan 12, 2026

January 12 Newsletter: A new restaurant is coming soon to Geneva's east side

Plus a decision looming for Geneva's historic blacksmith shop and a large senior housing community proposed for St. Charles.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft
January 8 Newsletter: Understanding Geneva’s police station referendum

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Jan 8, 2026

January 8 Newsletter: Understanding Geneva’s police station referendum

Plus a project to improve safety at a major Batavia intersection, St. Charles' vision for 2026, and surging flu cases for the foreseeable future.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft
January 5 Newsletter: Spotlight on the Arcada Theatre in St. Charles

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Jan 5, 2026

January 5 Newsletter: Spotlight on the Arcada Theatre in St. Charles

Plus a proposal for how to repurpose the old Geneva blacksmith shop, local spots with alcohol-free drinks for Dry January, and Limestone Coffee & Tea sets an opening date for its new location.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft
December 29 Newsletter: That's a wrap on 2025 in the Tri-Cities

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Dec 29, 2025

December 29 Newsletter: That's a wrap on 2025 in the Tri-Cities

Plus new Illinois laws to know about, an update on the former St. Charles police station site, and ideas for last-minute New Year's Eve plans.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft
December 22 Newsletter: The Baker’s Dozen Holiday Festival is back

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Dec 22, 2025

December 22 Newsletter: The Baker’s Dozen Holiday Festival is back

Plus a Tri-Cities Dinner Club update, a new cafe opens in Geneva, and a plan crash at DuPage Airport.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft
December 18 Newsletter: Local New Year's Eve happenings

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Dec 18, 2025

December 18 Newsletter: Local New Year's Eve happenings

Plus STC residents push for a local ICE policy, Batavia's budget approved with tax increases, and a local dog rescued from an icy pond.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft
December 15 Newsletter: A new restaurant could be headed to downtown Batavia

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Dec 15, 2025

December 15 Newsletter: A new restaurant could be headed to downtown Batavia

Plus a St. Charles housing project hits the pause button and county officials continue to discuss potentially redeveloping an east-side Geneva property into a solar field.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft
December 11 Newsletter: New coffee spots in the Tri-Cities

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Dec 11, 2025

December 11 Newsletter: New coffee spots in the Tri-Cities

Plus an update on the potential Pheasant Run redevelopment project and American bison make a triumphant return to the Tri-Cities

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft
December 8 Newsletter: Tri-Cities holiday traditions

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Dec 8, 2025

December 8 Newsletter: Tri-Cities holiday traditions

Plus a major Campton Hills housing development gets approval and more details emerge about Charlestowne Mall redevelopment plans.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft
December 4 Newsletter: A guide to nearby holiday light shows this season

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Dec 4, 2025

December 4 Newsletter: A guide to nearby holiday light shows this season

Plus a special commission for senior citizens in St. Charles, the demolition of a historic chimney in downtown Batavia, and several holiday events over the weekend.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft
December 1 Newsletter: A restaurant and lounge inspired by Mexico's coast set to open this winter

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Dec 1, 2025

December 1 Newsletter: A restaurant and lounge inspired by Mexico's coast set to open this winter

Plus the upcoming Geneva Christmas Walk and Holiday Home Tour, a historic weather weekend, and loose dogs attack dozens of chickens.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft
November 27 Newsletter: Local nonprofits and charitable organizations you can support on Giving Tuesday

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Nov 27, 2025

November 27 Newsletter: Local nonprofits and charitable organizations you can support on Giving Tuesday

Plus St. Charles officials plan to review concept plans for a Pheasant Run redevelopment project and big local plans for Small Business Saturday.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft
November 24 Newsletter: It's "Holiday Homecoming" weekend in St. Charles

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Nov 24, 2025

November 24 Newsletter: It's "Holiday Homecoming" weekend in St. Charles

Plus concerns emerge about a new proposed St. Charles subdivision and officials are considering whether to demolish a historic chimney in downtown Batavia.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft
November 20 Newsletter: "Up North" in Geneva is more than just a wine bar

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Nov 20, 2025

November 20 Newsletter: "Up North" in Geneva is more than just a wine bar

Plus a Peace Vigil in Batavia, an immigration enforcement policy for Kane County, and a "Bookstore Trolley" making stops in Geneva and St. Charles

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft
November 17 Newsletter: A Thanksgiving food guide for Batavia, Geneva, and St. Charles

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Nov 17, 2025

November 17 Newsletter: A Thanksgiving food guide for Batavia, Geneva, and St. Charles

Plus three local businesses are being honored with "Made in St. Charles" awards and Batavia adopts a new policy on federal immigration enforcement.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft
November 13 Newsletter: Bread & Vine restaurant officially takes over former Graham's 318 space in downtown Geneva

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Nov 13, 2025

November 13 Newsletter: Bread & Vine restaurant officially takes over former Graham's 318 space in downtown Geneva

Plus an armed bank robbery in St. Charles, a discussion about local coyote concerns, and Winterfest Art Market weekend in Batavia.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft
November 10 Newsletter: Veterans Day happenings in Batavia, Geneva, and St. Charles

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Nov 10, 2025

November 10 Newsletter: Veterans Day happenings in Batavia, Geneva, and St. Charles

Plus tax and utility rate increases in proposed Batavia budget, a potential referendum in Geneva, and the community impact of Q Center in St. Charles.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft
November 6 Newsletter: Getting ahead of "giving season" in the Tri-Cities

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Nov 6, 2025

November 6 Newsletter: Getting ahead of "giving season" in the Tri-Cities

Plus pumpkin recycling opportunities, the St. Charles Farmers Market moves indoors, and holiday event season kicks off.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft
November 3 Newsletter: Dunham Castle — a European style landmark in the Fox Valley

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Nov 3, 2025

November 3 Newsletter: Dunham Castle — a European style landmark in the Fox Valley

Plus local food pantries and community organizations step up amid SNAP disruptions and St. Charles firefighters look back on the massive Pheasant Run fire.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft
October 30 Newsletter: A new concept could give Tri-Cities a public park atop the Fox River

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Oct 30, 2025

October 30 Newsletter: A new concept could give Tri-Cities a public park atop the Fox River

Plus a "La Fox of Campton Hills" public hearing, a local artist profile, and the Rec Haus gaming venue debuts in St. Charles.

Sam Kraft
Sam Kraft
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