Thanksgiving 2021 Grocery Store Hours In St. Charles

Find out when you can pick up those last-minute Thanksgiving staples from Jewel-Osco, Fresh Market and CVS.

Tell Someone In St. Charles You’re Grateful For Them

Write a letter showing your gratitude for someone or something in St. Charles, and we'll publish it in November.

Best Times To Get Out Of St. Charles For Thanksgiving 2021

Travel is expected to rebound to pre-pandemic levels. Planning ahead to get out of St. Charles will help you avoid any delays.

Grand Marshal Picked For Electric Christmas Parade

Steve Martin, a lifelong resident of St. Charles and an active volunteer for decades, has been picked as the grand marshal.

When 2021 Daylight Saving Time Ends In St. Charles

As more and more states opt to make Daylight Saving Time permanent, see what time the sun will set in St. Charles.

Tell Someone In St. Charles You’re Grateful For Them

Write a letter showing your gratitude for someone or something in St. Charles, and we’ll publish it in November.

The Best Festival In Illinois To Celebrate Fall

"Today” reveals the best fall festival in Illinois. And there's still time to visit a pumpkin patch to find a jack-o’-lantern this fall.

St. Charles Area Pumpkin Availability 2021

Pumpkin patches in the St. Charles area are gearing up for the peak season.

Biggest St. Charles Area Pumpkin Patches

Landmark pumpkin patches and fields in Illinois offer a ton of fall fun for the family.

Happy Father's Day To Erik Bennett

St. Charles Patch is celebrating Father's Day 2021 by sharing father-daughter or father-son photos and messages of love.

Surprise Dad This Father’s Day By Sharing A Photo On Patch

Publish a photo of pops on the St. Charles Patch for Father’s Day 2021 to share your favorite father-son or father-daughter moments.

Fireworks Show Back On In St. Charles

Families and friends are expected to gather at Potowattamie Park on July 4 to welcome the return of the city's fireworks' festivities.

Flag Etiquette: Displaying Old Glory Properly In St. Charles

There’s a specific way to fly the American flag on Memorial Day in St. Charles.

Mother’s Day: Share Your Favorite Photo On St. Charles Patch

Share your favorite mother-son or mother-daughter photo and sentiments, and we’ll feature it on the St. Charles Patch.

Where To Find Christmas Trees In 2020 Near St. Charles

Despite the pandemic, it might still be possible to safely find a quality Christmas tree this year within driving distance of St. Charles.

Coronavirus Fears: St. Patrick’s Parade In St. Charles Cancelled

The popular parade has been called off amid concerns over spread of COVID-19.

St. Charles, Area St. Patrick's Day Guide 2020: Parades, Events

Check out the list of parades and events across St. Charles and surrounding towns in honor of St. Patrick's Day.

Couple Picked As Grand Marshals For St. Paddy’s Parade

Sue and Bob McDowell run McDowell Remodeling and are practicing their waves ahead of the March 14 parade.

Underwood Seeks Valentines For Vets Cards

Rep. Lauren Underwood, D-Naperville, is asking local residents to bring in Valentine cards, which will be delivered to local veterans.

Applicants Sought For St. Patrick's Day Parade In St. Charles

The parade will be held on March 14.

Larsen Light Show Returns, Includes New Features

The popular holiday lights display at a Campton Hills home is up and running for the 2019 season.

St. Charles Decks The Halls For The Holidays

The decorations have been hung in downtown St. Charles and Holiday Homecoming will get underway on Friday.

St. Charles To Host Veterans Day Ceremony

“Veterans Day is a day when we as a community gather and say ‘thank you’ to our veterans for their selfless service to our country."

Pumpkin Roll, Smash Events Held Saturday in St. Charles

The pumpkin roll is a fundraiser for the STC Underground Teen Center and the pumpkin smash will be held at the public works building.

Toys For Tots Campaign Kicks Off in Kane Co.

In 2018, the Kane County campaign distributed 23,965 toys to 10,900 children.

Mark Your Calendar: Electric Christmas Parade Planned for Nov. 30

Applications for parade entrants are now being accepted as the city plans to hold Holiday Homecoming events on Nov. 29 and Nov. 30.

'Grave Reminders' Cemetery Walk Is This Weekend

Actors will portray well-known people who have helped shape St. Charles at their grave sites in North Cemetery during the walk.

Applications Sought For Scarecrow Fest Contest

The Scarecrow Festival will run from Oct. 11 to Oct. 13 in St. Charles.

Citywide Mosquito Spraying is Tuesday in St. Charles

The spray is expected to be applied during the evening hours, weather permitting.

Portion of Fox River Trail to Close for Two Weeks

A mile stretch of the trail will be closed in Geneva from June 10 to June 24.

St. Charles Plans Memorial Day Activities

The city has released a schedule of events for Memorial Day.

St. Charles Arbor Day Celebration is April 26

At Lincoln Park on Main Street

St. Patrick’s Day Parade Winners Announced

The Downtown St. Charles Partnership is announced this year’s St. Patrick’s Parade winners.

St. Patrick’s Day Parade Grand Marshal Announced

The parade will be held on March 9.

Photo Contest Seeks Classic St. Charles Winter or Holiday Image

Celebrating St. Charles 185th Anniversary

Deadline Extended for St. Patrick’s Parade Entries, Volunteers

The will take place on Saturday, March 9.

Applications Sought For Popular St. Patty's Day Parade

Volunteers are also needed for the festive parade in St. Charles this March.

Search For A Groundhog During Feb. 2 Hike

The Forest Preserve District of Kane County is offering the free hike at a St. Charles forest preserve on Groundhog's Day.

Your Guide to St. Charles Holiday Homecoming

The town's popular two-day Holiday Homecoming event includes the annual Electric Christmas Parade.

Kane Co. Forest Preserves Announce Additions

Find out which forest preserves have expanded and where new preserves are being planned.