Geneva
Geneva to get new train warning system
Geneva is one of the eight cities on the Union Pacific West line that will be part of a $132 million train warning project, according to Metra and Union Pacific officials. ... Full story
Iconic Geneva eatery Mill Race Inn to close
The iconic Mill Race Inn, an historic Geneva landmark on the Fox River, will serve its last meal on Sunday night, owner Charles Roumeliotis said. ... Full story
Geneva during the Civil War marks 150th anniversary of conflict
In the days leading up to the Civil War, the Wide-Awakes marched in a torch parade in Geneva, in support of the Union. ... Full story
Geneva mayor Burns seeks bench trial on traffic ticket
Mayor Kevin Burns is contesting a ticket he received in connection with a three-vehicle crash and has requested a bench trial, court records show. ... Full story
Persimmon Tree re-emerges as Jst4U, rents retail space
After 34 years in business as the Persimmon Tree in Geneva’s Third Street shopping district, Jane and Bill Briner decided it was time, not to retire but to cut back. ... Full story
Geneva agencies get mental health funds
The Geneva Mental Health Board presented checks totaling $139,000 to 14 agencies that provide mental health and developmental disability services and substance abuse treatment to city residents. The awards were made at this week’s city council meeting. The funds are collected from the mental health board’s tax levy. ... Full story
Geneva mayor ticketed in three-car collision
Geneva Mayor Kevin Burns has been ticketed for failure to reduce speed after he was involved in a three-car crash. ... Full story
Adult-use on hold in Geneva
Aldermen on Monday delayed a vote to amend the city code to allow adult-use businesses in industrial areas so the buffer zone could be increased from 750 feet. ... Full story
Pawlak won't seek 5th term for Geneva's 3rd Ward
Longtime Geneva Alderman Ray Pawlak announced Thursday he will not seek a fifth term as alderman of the city’s 3rd Ward, while two hopefuls emerge as possible candidates to replace him. ... Full story
Geneva school board to adopt $75M levy
The District 304 school board is expected to adopt a levy of nearly $75 million at its meeting 7 p.m. Monday. ... Full story
Geneva principal clocked at 103mph in Porsche
A principal’s alleged breaking of traffic law may serve as a lesson for his students and the public. ... Full story
Wine tastings back to return to Geneva store
At next year’s Festival of the Vine, revelers should be able to again sample wines served from a tent on the lawn of The Little Traveler store. ... Full story
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