Batavia News
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Robotics teams qualify to move on to the state competitions
Feb 20, 2019 10:13 PM - Fox Valley Robotics/Batavia Robotics continues to be busy this winter as teams prepare for state competitions. The right mix of students, mentors, coaches, dedication, and time has taken this organization into a successful season again with multiple teams advancing on to state competitions. -
Free assessments offered during Problem Gambling Awareness Month
Feb 20, 2019 9:30 PM - The Renz Addiction Counseling Center will offer free gambling assessments throughout March in recognition of Problem Gambling Awareness Month. This year's theme, "Problem Gambling: Awareness Plus Action," focuses on the importance of prevention, treatment and recovery services. -
Driver crashes SUV into Batavia restaurantFeb 20, 2019 7:29 PM - Pepe's Mexican Restaurant in Batavia was evacuated Wednesday after a driver crashed into the building, police said.
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Thief sentenced to 21 years for East Dundee, Hampshire gas station robberies
Feb 20, 2019 5:30 PM - A 20-year-old from Chicago was sentenced to 21 years prison for his role in holding up two Thornton's gas stations in Hampshire and East Dundee in spring 2017. Damarcus D. Gilmore received six years for armed robbery, plus 15 years under state law because he used a gun. -
Man with half-pound of marijuana, loaded gun sentenced to boot camp
Feb 20, 2019 1:36 PM - A 22-year-old Sycamore man who was charged with 12 felonies after an arrest in St. Charles in 2017 with a loaded gun and nearly a half-pound of marijuana has pleaded guilty and will be recommended for a six-month boot camp. -
Fox Valley Crisis Line needs volunteersFeb 20, 2019 11:35 AM - Are you willing to answer the call for help? Make a difference for yourself and your community by becoming a Fox Valley Crisis Line volunteer.
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Hi Hat Resale Shop in Geneva to close
Feb 20, 2019 10:39 AM - Hi Hat Resale Shop at Third and Hamilton streets in Geneva will close its doors on March 29 after decades of serving area residents.
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Oberweis eyeing 14th Congressional run against Underwood
Feb 20, 2019 9:13 AM - In the early stages of his political career, State Sen. Jim Oberweis caught heat for what some viewed as an insensitive ad about illegal immigration. Now, with him deciding to run again for the 14th Congressional District, Oberweis thinks he was simply ahead of his time. -
Community connections: 'Scatter the Pigeons' to debut at Steel Beam Theatre
Feb 20, 2019 6:19 AM - Playwright Gary McGowan's "Scatter the Pigeons" will make its debut Feb. 22 at the Steel Beam Theatre in St. Charles. -
Stop by closing reception for 'Aurora From the Air' Feb. 23
Feb 19, 2019 10:16 PM - "Aurora From the Air," the Aurora Historical Society exhibit of aerial views of Aurora from 1867-2013, will close on Saturday, Feb. 23, with a reception at the Pierce Art and History Center. There will be light refreshments and songs about Aurora by singer-songwriter Bradley Keven Green.
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