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BATAVIA LAUNCHES ENERGY EFFICIENCY PROGRAM FUNDED BY SINGLE-USE BAG FEE
BATAVIA, IL. (June 13) — Applications open June 16, 2025, for Batavia’s new Grants for Residential Energy Efficiency in Neighborhoods -- GREEN Program, which offers selected residents free home energy audits and grants for eco-friendly home upgrades funded entirely by the City’s 10-cent single-use bag fee. Residents must apply by July 18 to be considered for the first round of up to 25 free home energy audits and improvements. Applicants must be in good standing with the City and meet all eligibility
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Illinois Manufacturers’ Association Names Inaugural Winners of Scholarships Honoring Janice Christiansen, Longtime Leader of FlagSource
Awards Will Support Women Pursing Careers in STEM and Business SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Manufacturers’ Association (IMA) has named the inaugural winners of the Janice M. Christiansen Female in STEM and Female in Business Scholarships. Endowed by the IMA in 2023 to support young women who pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, math and business, the scholarships posthumously honor Christiansen, the first woman to Chair the IMA Board of Directors. Christiansen, who passed away in 2023, built
Hail Storms and door knockers. What you should know.
Hail Storms and door knockers. What you should know. First, we want to express our sincere gratitude to the Batavia Chamber for their ongoing partnership and support over the years. Main Street Batavia is truly a remarkable organization, and we're proud to witness the continued growth and success of our community. Following Sunday's recent hail storm, we've noticed a significant increase in door-to-door contractors offering inspections, and the city's solicitor license line is understandably busy. This
BFEE Announces Hall of Honor Inductees for 2025
March 24, 2025 (Batavia, IL) - On Thursday, Sept. 11, 2025, the Batavia Foundation for Educational Excellence (BFEE), in partnership with Batavia Public Schools (BPS101), will welcome eight inductees into its Hall of Honor at Batavia High School. Inductees were chosen from a list of individuals that were nominated in three categories; BHS Graduate, BPS101 Employee, and Friend of BPS101. These recognitions are to honor and commemorate the individuals who have excelled and provided our students with examples
