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With Boardwalk Opens Shops Open Batavia Comes Back to life

June 13, BATAVIA, IL – The first season of Downtown Batavia’s Boardwalk Shops opened this morning alongside another successful morning at the Batavia Farmers’ Market.

State Announces Community-Based Testing Sites Now Open to All

Expanded Criteria Will Allow Anyone to Get Tested, Regardless of Symptoms

Batavia Reconnected Offers Grants to Select Batavia Small Businesses

Awards of up to $1,500 are to be used to cover additional expenses incurred to operate following safety guidelines mandated during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Wednesdays At The Plaza Reimagined For Summer Concerts

Performances outside and online

Mayor Irvin Announces New Reform Initiative

AURORA, IL - Mayor Richard C. Irvin announced a new reform initiative that focuses on strengthening police and community relations and accountability through a multi-phased approach of reviewing law enforcement policies and exploring new implementations, such as body cameras and a civilian review board.

Downtown Aurora Reopens “Softly” for Phase 3

DOWNTOWN AURORA - As Aurora and the entire state prepares to move into Phase 3 under the Restore Illinois framework, several businesses will start to reopen in downtown. Salons are starting to accept appointments again, and outdoor dining at restaurants will begin.

Virtual First Fridays Offers Art, Music & More on June 5

Invitation to Create a Rainbow and Chalk Driveways

June 14 Flag Day Event In Batavia Cancelled

The Batavia Flag Day Committee has announced the cancellation of the annual Batavia Flag Day event on the riverwalk, previously scheduled for Sunday, June 14, due to Covid-19 pandemic concerns and state guidelines for crowds.