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The search for a Georgia city employee who disappeared after possibly falling into a river will enter a fourth day on Thursday.

The owner of a circa 1840 former blacksmith shop in downtown Geneva is asking a Kane County judge to remove the buildings landmark status and allow its demolition.

The Geneva City Council this week will decide the fate of a circa 1843 limestone blacksmith shop, as its owners have appealed the Historic Preservation Commissions denial of its request to remove its landmark designation and allow its demolition.

The St. Charles City Council unanimously approved façade improvement grants totally $36,588 to three local historic buildings at its meeting on Aug. 21.

St. Charles City Council members recently approved facade improvement grants totaling $36,588 for three local historic buildings. Douglas Kimber received $16,360 for the 1896 Osgood Building at 11 E....

The St. Charles City Council unanimously approved façade improvement grants totally $36,588 to three local historic buildings at its most recent meeting on Aug. 21. "Façade improvement grants, such as those offered by St. Charles, are vital investments in a communitys heritage," said Al Watts, community engagement director for Preservation Partners of the Fox Valley.

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Host of talented South Coast musicians to perform at free family music day in Bemboka

Host of talented South Coast musicians to perform at free family music day in Bemboka

Host of talented South Coast musicians to perform at free family music day in Bemboka