St. Charles
Scams hit residents from far away
ST. CHARLES — During the last week, two reports were filed with the St. Charles Police Department related to communications from far away — one reportedly from the United Kingdom and the second from Fort Lauderdale, Fla. They had one thing in common: both involved scams that were designed to take money away from unsuspecting victims. ... Full story
TIF funding scrutinized in Batavia, St. Charles
BATAVIA – North River Street is sporting streetscape improvements, and several businesses have opened or plan to open in the downtown as a result of the city’s use of tax increment financing funds. But not all residents and aldermen agree with how the funds are used. ... Full story
Public input sought for St. Charles' comprehensive plan
Residents are asked to bring themselves and their ideas to city hall Wednesday night as officials begin to plan for St. Charles’ future. ... Full story
Dist. 303 sees average ACT decline
St. Charles Unit District 303’s average ACT score dropped slightly this year, but includes a record-high science score and remains well above the state average. ... Full story
Kane advancing ethics ordinance for employees
If all goes right, the Kane County State’s Attorney Office will be making changes to the county’s ethics ordinance for employees this month and coming back to the Human Services Committee next month. ... Full story
St. Charles plans open house on Route 64 reconstruction
The City of St. Charles will host an open house to present plans for the reconstruction of Route 64. The open house will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. June 27 in City Council Chambers at City Hall, 2 E. Main St. in St. Charles. ... Full story
Red Gate Bridge opposition builds
The work to build a new bridge across the Fox River on the city’s north side could begin as soon as this summer. ... Full story
District 303, police probe athletic fundraising at St. Charles East
St. Charles East Football Boosters’ efforts last year to raise $165,500 for a high-end scoreboard at Norris Stadium now have resulted in accusations of theft, and school officials have scheduled an audit. ... Full story
Lazarus House welcomes visitors for open house
From Lazarus House’s staff members to many of its volunteers, Executive Director Liz Eakins said she has heard from many who have been drawn to the St. Charles homeless shelter. ... Full story
St. Charles denies beer sales at golf course
Aldermen voted 8-2 Monday evening to deny a Class D-3 liquor license to the park district-owned nine-hole golf course. ... Full story
St. Charles City Council prepares for new development plan
St. Charles officials this week initiated the process of creating a new comprehensive plan that will help guide development in the city over the next two decades. ... Full story
City considering advertising on Pace bus shelters
St. Charles may take in an additional $4,500 in annual revenue if the city decides to permit display advertising on Pace bus shelters. ... Full story
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