Batavia
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Tri-Cities communities unite to fight food insecurity through creative competitionAug 10, 2026 7:20 pm - The inaugural Tri-Cities Canstruction competition opens team registration for a February 2027 event at Waubonsee Community College where teams will build sculptures from 2,000-4,000 cans of food that will be donated to local food pantries.
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SBA offers low-interest loans to Kane County residents affected by July stormsAug 10, 2026 12:53 pm - The U.S. Small Business Administration has approved a disaster declaration for the severe storms and flooding that impacted six counties in northeastern Illinois from July 2-4, 2026.
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New location, layout for Hampshire Coon Creek Country DaysAug 10, 2026 11:46 am - As Hampshire’s Coon Creek Country Days festival marks its 43rd year, visitors will notice some changes, including a new location and layout.
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‘Seen, valued and supported’: Kids Above All holds annual backpack driveAug 10, 2026 4:26 am - The new school year is approaching, and while that can bring excitement to many students, for others it can cause anxiety.To ensure every child begins the year fully prepared, Kids Above All is holding its annual Back-to-School Backpack Drive now through Aug. 20.
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Chicagoland Halal Fest brings globally-inspired food and fun to St. CharlesAug 09, 2026 3:44 pm - The fourth annual Chicagoland Halal Fest brought together food, entertainment, entrepreneurship and family fun Saturday and Sunday at the Kane County Fairgrounds in St. Charles.
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Hope Echoes on the River charity bike ride returns Aug. 30 to benefit CASA Kane CountyAug 06, 2026 11:31 pm - The Hope Echoes on the River charity bike ride returns Aug. 30 in Geneva, offering 10-, 35- and 65-mile routes along the Fox River to raise $250,000 for CASA Kane County, which advocates for children in foster care. Registration ranges from $20-$125, includes commemorative items. The event features post-ride festivities with food, drinks, and live music.
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Kane County Board OKs $402 million 2027 budget, without use of cash from dwindling reserve fundAug 06, 2026 3:39 pm - After years of balancing its budget by dipping into a dwindling reserve fund, the Kane County Board on Wednesday OK’d a $402.9 million county budget for fiscal year 2027 that doesn’t, at this point, rely on using any cash reserves.
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Daily Herald photo contest winners for July 2026Aug 06, 2026 9:46 am - The top finishers in July’s amateur photo contest showcase the rich colors of nature.
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Fine Line Creative Arts Center to host Gathering for the Arts Aug. 21Aug 06, 2026 12:26 am - Fine Line Creative Arts Center in St. Charles is hosting “Gathering for the Arts” on Friday, Aug, 21, at Revelry 675 in Batavia, offering attendees food, live music, auctions, and an open bar, with proceeds to support adult art education programs.
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Batavia woman makes neighborhood ‘stick library’ for dogs: ‘I think it brings joy to people’Aug 05, 2026 11:47 am - Kathy Freedlund recently established a "stick library" for dogs outside of her Batavia house.