News, articles and information about Batavia, Illinois from the Kane County Chronicle and Shaw Local
Reports from the Batavia Police Department for Jan. 15-18, 2023
CHIP IN Batavia is now accepting donations of prom dresses in excellent condition, as well as shoes and accessories, for the March 18 event.
Unlocked vehicles in the 0-99 block of North Mallory Avenue, the 0-99 block of South Mallory Avenue and the 200 block of Republic Road were targeted.
The school board also voted to renew a four-year contract with the district's current athletic wear provider, Game On.
The Batavia United Way has announced that its year-end “Double Your Donation” campaign has raised more than $20,100, which exceeded expectations.
The Batavia Fire Department continues to investigate a fire at a home in the 200 block of Church Street that happened Thursday afternoon.
Up to four Batavia High School seniors will be awarded $1,000 this spring to further their education.
The Batavia City Council approved the two referendum questions focused on changing the roles of city clerk and city treasurer at its Jan. 17 meeting.
The 2023 Trivia Bee for Literacy will be held from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 18 at Revelry 675 in Batavia.
Soap box derby races were held on Sunday, Jan. 15, 2023 at the former Sam's Club location in Batavia. The event was held by Greater Chicago Soap Box Derby, which holds six races a year.
Reports from the Batavia Police Department from Jan. 8-11, 2023
The Batavia United Way is hosting a whiskey tasting event on Thursday, Feb. 2 at Water Street Studios for those aged 21 and over.
For families with children ranging in age from infant through eighth grade, the Winter Library Club is a reading and activity program.
The city of Batavia is asking residents, businesses and other stakeholders to share their thoughts on their visions for downtown Batavia dueing a public workshop at 6p.m. Jan. 25 at the Batavia Public Library.
The same referendum question narrowly failed in the November election.