Local Hero: Allison Bielski Quietly Makes Life Better In Batavia

We all know someone who's making a difference. Here's one local resident who is having an impact in Batavia.

'He Has The Biggest Heart': Batavia Hero Gets Recognized

A years-long teacher and coach for children, Dennis Piron loves to see his students and players succeed, his friend said.

Community Flag Contest Aims To Showcase Residents Love Of Batavia

The Batavia Chamber of Commerce is hosting the Community Flag Design Contest as a way to bring Batavians together post-COVID-19.

Batavia Park District To Dedicate Philip B. Elfstrom Memorial Greenway

The legacy of the notable Batavian will be memorialized in a stretch of green space that will bear his name.

Batavia Farmers Market To Move Indoors In November

The last outdoor farmers market will take place Saturday, coinciding with BatFest.

Vote For Your Favorite Bewitching Halloween House: Batavia Park District

The park district will use votes to determine which of 14 Batavia houses decorated for Halloween will win the 2022 People's Choice Award.

Batavia Police To Participate In Drug Take-Back Day

The event aims to provide community members with a safe, convenient and responsible way to dispose of prescription drugs.

Deadline To Report Batavia Sidewalk Issues Approaches

Batavia residents and business owners can report sidewalk issues to the city for evaluation and possible construction the following season.

Spooky Season At Batavia Park District: See What's Planned For October

Most events this month are Halloween-themed. They include ​Nightmare at West Main and the Halloween House Decorating Contest.

Batavia United Way To Host Annual Leaf-Raking For Community Members

A team of volunteers will gather to rake leaves to the curb as a way to help senior citizens, veterans and people with disabilities.

Batavia Woodturning Fundraiser To Raise Money For Local Pantries

The fundraiser will support Northern Illinois Food Bank, the Batavia Interfaith Food Pantry and Fox Valley Food for Health organizations.

Two Seats On Batavia Park District Board Up For Grabs In April

Commissioners — who serve six-year terms — are assigned to represent the Park District with various not-for-profit groups and organizations.

Help a neighbor learn English

Tutor training starts October 11

Batavia Fire Department To Collect Fill The Boot Donations

Firefighters will be collecting donations to support the Muscular Dystrophy Association beginning Friday.

Batavia Mayor To Host Tour Through Downtown Historic District

As a participant of Mayor on the Move, Mayor Jeffery Schielke is hosting the tour to encourage residents to be more physically active.

Kane County Forest Preserves To Host Fox River Clean-Up

Kane County residents will have the chance to help clean up the Fox River at two locations — Batavia and South Elgin — in September.

Fall Parkway Tree Program Underway In Batavia

Using the program, Batavia residents can split the cost of a parkway tree with the city.

Cop On A Rooftop Event Coming To Dunkin' Locations In Batavia

Cop on a Rooftop is an annual fundraising event for Special Olympics Illinois.

Registration Opens For Batavia United Way's Bat Race

The ninth-annual Halloween-themed race will take place along the Fox River bike trail on Oct. 29.

Help an adult learn English

Tutor training starts August 16

Win An Elvis-Inspired VIP Trip, Guitar By Donating Blood Near Batavia

The American Red Cross will give a lucky blood donor the chance to live like Elvis Presley for three nights.

City Council Honors BHS Track Team For State Championship Win

The Batavia Bulldogs team pulled off a last event push in the 400 race to emerge victorious, winning their first state title May 28.

BHS Track Team Wins 1st State Title, Invites Community To Celebrate

Following Batavia Bulldogs Boys Track Team's first state win in program history Saturday, the team will host an open house at Pal Joey's.

Help an adult communicate in English

Tutor training starts June 13

Batavia's Hall Quarry Beach Will Reopen To Public For Summer Months

Batavia’s favorite summertime destination, Hall Quarry Beach will reopen in time for Memorial Day.

Farmers Market Season Is Almost Here In Batavia

More than 50 vendors will come together each Saturday in downtown Batavia to sell a variety of locally grown and fresh produce.

Batavia Groups To Host Family-Friendly Interactive Game Stations This Weekend

The special campaign will fund the replacement of the seasonal wooden letters that currently hang on the Batavia bicycle-pedestrian bridge.

More Than 150 Houses Participating In Batavia City-Wide Garage Sale

The two-day sale, taking place at residences across the city, is almost here. Items available will range from household goods to clothing.

See Events, Initiatives Planned For Bicycle Safety Month This May

May is Bicycle Safety Month, and several events are happening in and around Batavia to commemorate the event.

Trendsetting First Lady To 'Appear' For Batavia Depot Museum Event

Visitors will learn about Mamie Eisenhower, "the belle of the ball," at an upcoming event at The Lodge at Laurelwood.

Park District Opens Clark Island Recreation Area Online Community Survey

Residents can share ideas for new equipment and amenities that would enhance the Clark Island Recreation Area.

Batavia Named 'Tree City USA' For 25th Time

In time for Arbor Day on April 29, a new project to measure and catalog Batavia's largest native trees is underway, officials announced.

Walk On The Funky Side Of Batavia's History During Preservation Week

Preservation Week programming in Batavia runs through Saturday.

Batavia Rotary Ups Environmental Focus With Shredding, Recycling Event

The upcoming event will be the club's first, but organizers hope to make the shredding and recycling day an annual one.

Batavia Park District Looks For Input On Blackard Skate, Bike Park

Officials are turning to the community to get ideas for new equipment and site amenities at Blackard Skate-n-Bike Park.

Learn About Climate Issues At Upcoming League Of Women Voters Event

The group, out of central Kane County, will host the Zoom seminar that will feature an online discussion and planning session.

Former Daily Herald Exec Named Carnegie Hero A Year After Death

Pete Rosengren, of Batavia, died saving several children caught in a rip current in Florida. A year later, he's named a Carnegie Hero.

28th Batavia City-Wide Garage Sale 'Will Be Our Biggest One Yet'

The 28th-annual garage sale is returning to Batavia for two days as a way to raise money for the Fireworks Committee Fund.

Fermilab Grounds Opens To Public After 2-Year COVID-19 Hiatus

The community can return to the lab in Batavia to enjoy outdoor activities, including biking, running and viewing the bison herd.

Girl Scout Cookies: Where To Find Them In Batavia

Troops are tabling at several businesses in the Batavia area to sell Girl Scout cookies. Here's where to go to grab a box — or many.