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Batavia Chamber of Commerce Member Jessica Medrano of R.J. O’Neil Mechanical Contractors Named a 2024 Daily Herald Suburban Business Influential Women in Business Honoree
Medrano joins eight other suburban women executives in this year’s class of awardees. The Batavia Chamber of Commerce is pleased to share that Jessica Medrano, owner and president of Montgomery-based R. J. O’Neil Mechanical Contractors was recently named a 2024 Daily Herald Suburban Business Influential Women in Business. The awards are presented yearly to outstanding women executives who excel in business, civic and personal arenas. Joining Ms. Medrano as a 2024 honoree are Preeti Gulati, Kiddie
Empower Your LLC with the Right Business Banking Choices
Starting an LLC is a defining step that carries a lot of energy and promise. A crucial decision early on is opening a business bank account tailored to your needs. This decision extends beyond separating personal and business funds—it can unlock several opportunities that drive your LLC forward. Access to modern banking tools and services plays a vital role in navigating the complexities of managing business finances. Thoughtful banking choices provide the foundation for long-term growth and financial
Boss Moves: How Adobe Acrobat Helps Women Entrepreneurs Get It Done
Being an entrepreneur is all about juggling, innovating, and growing—but what if you had a secret weapon to make it easier? Enter Adobe Acrobat, a powerful ally that streamlines your day-to-day, helping you work smarter while leaving more room for what truly drives your business forward. This Women’s Small Business Month, we’re celebrating the ways Adobe Acrobat is empowering women entrepreneurs to elevate their hustle, simplify workflows, and realize bigger dreams. Acrobat AI Assistant: Check out
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William Pellico Receives 2024 URA Honorary Engineering Award
Congratulations to Bill Pellico, who is a member of the Batavia Chamber of Commerce's Board of Directors! William Pellico’s philosophy on life has always been “be comfortable with being uncomfortable.” He’s lived by this principle to the fullest extent during his 30-plus-year engineering career at the U.S. Department of Energy’s Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory, having worked on everything from accelerator technology to cryogenic systems.Pellico’s recent venture into detector electronics led him to
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Batavia United Way Announces Date for Leaf Raking
BATAVIA, IL - The Batavia United Way is once again running their Day of Caring annual leaf raking event for senior citizens, veterans, and those with disabilities on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2024. Teams of community volunteers fan out across Batavia to rake leaves to the curb before the City of Batavia leaf pick up. If you or someone you know is in need of this assistance, please contact the Batavia United Way office at (630) 877-2780 to register. If you are interested in volunteering please visit our website to
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Smarty Pants Cafe Awarded $2,500 STEM Grant to Launch Teen Science Café
Batavia, IL – October 9, 2024 – Smarty Pants Cafe, a science-themed coffee shop located at 817 N. Randall Rd. in Batavia, is thrilled to announce that it has received a $2,500 grant from the STEM Next Opportunity Fund to establish a Teen Science Café. This grant will support the creation of a dedicated space for young science enthusiasts to engage in stimulating discussions, hands-on activities, and networking with local STEM clubs. Cyndi Martz, a local educator and super fan of the cafe, found the grant
League of Women Voters to Host October 9th Candidate Forum in Advance of the November 5th General Election
League of Women Voters to Host October 9th Candidate Forum in Advance of the November 5th General Election races for US Congress 11, IL Rep 49, IL Senate 25, and Judge of the 16th Judicial Circuit 4th SubcircuitThe program will include a Ballot Initiative Presentation with the Kane County Forest Preserve District BATAVIA, IL – The Leagues of Women Voters of the Aurora Area, Elgin Area, and Central Kane County will be co-hosting a hybrid candidate forum on October 9th. The event covers races for US
Create a Future-Ready Business by Switching to a Paperless Workflow
Imagine a world where your desk isn’t cluttered with towering stacks of paper, where finding a document takes seconds instead of hours, and where your business operations flow smoothly without manual errors and inefficiencies. Transitioning your business to a paperless workflow can make this a reality. This digital transformation not only enhances operational efficiency but also aligns with sustainable practices, reducing your carbon footprint. By leveraging modern technology, you can secure your data and
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Batavia Boardwalk Shops 2025 Application Opens September 5
Applications for the popular Batavia business incubator spaces are due by December 15, 2024.If you have a budding business and want to propel it to the next level, Batavia MainStreet invites you to apply for one of their 10 12x12 Batavia Boardwalk Shops spaces available. The cluster of tiny shops is located on the corner of Wilson and River Streets in Batavia. For more information or to apply visit https://downtownbatavia.com/vendor-application/. The Batavia Boardwalk Shops Program is designed to attract
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36th Annual Corvette Raffle Offers Chance to Win $50,000 or 2025 Corvette 1LT
The Rotary Club of Batavia proudly announces its 36th Annual Corvette Raffle, offering participants the opportunity to win either $50,000 in cash or a brand-new 2025 Corvette 1LT. This year's raffle promises excitement with only 1,200 tickets available for purchase at $100 each, providing ticket holders not only a shot at the grand prize but also multiple chances to win $500. The Corvette Raffle is a cornerstone event for the Rotary Club of Batavia, aimed at raising funds to support a wide range of
New Museum Exhibit Depicts Batavia Past and Present Through Paintings
BATAVIA, IL – Luminous watercolors and vibrant oil paints capture visions of the Batavia landscape in a new exhibit at Batavia Depot Museum showcasing artworks from the Batavia Historical Society’s collection. “Through the Artist’s Brush” focuses on the works of local painters. The collection spans 17 decades and includes a painting from 1860 depicting the Revere House Hotel and more recent paintings of the Batavia Depot Museum and the Fermilab National Accelerator Laboratory. “There are so many amazing
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Batavia Police Chief Announces Retirement
BATAVIA, IL. (JUNE 18, 2024) – Batavia Police Chief Shawn Mazza, who began his law enforcement career in Batavia as a patrol officer in January 1999 and worked his way up to Police Chief in 2022, has announced his retirement effective January 14, 2025. Mazza oversees a police department with 43 full-time sworn officers and 12 civilian employees. During his tenure, he helped spearhead several community-focused initiatives, including Coffee with a Cop, Cones with Cops, the expansion of the bicycling
