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The Altiro Latin Fusion location on Anderson Blvd in Geneva quietly transformed into a new restaurant concept — and it l...
07/21/2025

The Altiro Latin Fusion location on Anderson Blvd in Geneva quietly transformed into a new restaurant concept — and it looks intriguing.

Plus Berkeley Finer Foods in Batavia to close after 16 years and a local shop named one of the "best pet stores in America" for 2025.

For nearly 80 years, the Mill Race Inn served Geneva locals and visiting diners at its riverfront nook on Geneva’s east ...
07/17/2025

For nearly 80 years, the Mill Race Inn served Geneva locals and visiting diners at its riverfront nook on Geneva’s east side.

We look back at the history of the beloved restaurant, plus the news and events you should know about heading into the weekend:

Plus alarming lead levels for Kane County and a funding boost for important local projects across the Tri-Cities.

Today's newsletter: Brother Chimp's expansion — plus a huge entertainment center in the works for St. Charles, the Kane ...
07/10/2025

Today's newsletter: Brother Chimp's expansion — plus a huge entertainment center in the works for St. Charles, the Kane County Fair comes to town next week, and a ton of events and live music this weekend:

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Good news, local brewery fans!
07/08/2025

Good news, local brewery fans!

The North Aurora brewery aims to open a new taproom in the former D and G Brewing space this fall, bringing its laid-back vibe, approachable beers, and community-focused approach to a new corner of the Tri-Cities.

In case you missed it over the holiday:
07/07/2025

In case you missed it over the holiday:

Plus Geneva and St. Charles officials consider new grocery taxes and Windmill City Fest is set to kick off this coming weekend in Batavia.

As Batavia plans its energy future, a new survey shows residents are open to cleaner power. Most just aren’t willing to ...
07/06/2025

As Batavia plans its energy future, a new survey shows residents are open to cleaner power. Most just aren’t willing to pay significantly more for it:

A recent citywide survey revealed that most Batavia residents support a shift toward cleaner energy, but also want to keep electric bills affordable.

A grocery tax is on the table in St. Charles and Geneva:
07/04/2025

A grocery tax is on the table in St. Charles and Geneva:

Officials in both cities will discuss enacting a new 1% local grocery tax to replace state funding that will disappear when Illinois ends its grocery sales tax in 2026.

A 3rd Street staple brought back to life? 👀
07/03/2025

A 3rd Street staple brought back to life? 👀

Plus Batavia officials consider plans for a new outdoor plaza downtown and a preview of upcoming comedy performances across the Tri-Cities.

Today's issue: See which farm-based destinations near the Tri-Cities to visit, plus...✔️ Serving the local senior popula...
06/30/2025

Today's issue: See which farm-based destinations near the Tri-Cities to visit, plus...

✔️ Serving the local senior population
✔️ Upcoming projects & road closures
✔️ Geneva's Historic House Tour returns

Plus local officials are considering programs to better serve the growing senior population and a crowd descended on downtown St. Charles for the grand opening of the new Whole Foods.

Did you know that the Geneva Commons has been busy making big improvements under new ownership? They've got a "Grand Reo...
06/26/2025

Did you know that the Geneva Commons has been busy making big improvements under new ownership?

They've got a "Grand Reopening" celebration planned for this weekend — more on that, 4th of July events and other key local happenings in today's issue:

Plus major upgrades coming to public buildings in Geneva, a nostalgic Boo Boo Days approaches in Batavia, and a comeback celebration at the Geneva Commons.

The heat wave sure didn't prevent a busy week here in the Tri-Cities. Learn about a new arcade bar (coming soon), an upd...
06/24/2025

The heat wave sure didn't prevent a busy week here in the Tri-Cities.

Learn about a new arcade bar (coming soon), an update on the planned Campton Hills housing development, and more:

Plus a new arcade bar set to open in St. Charles, local watering regulations, and we need your opinion on local charitable organizations.

After last year’s heated debate over the proposed Charles Farm development in St. Charles, a new plan for the LaFox area...
06/19/2025

After last year’s heated debate over the proposed Charles Farm development in St. Charles, a new plan for the LaFox area — which would bring 900 new homes to Campton Hills — is gaining traction with much less resistance.

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Plus the 75th Swedish Days is in full swing and a local writer is set to debut a new novel.

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