Wednesday News Brief

OXBO Hosting Groundbreaking Ceremony in Bergen Today

Today at 2 pm, a new era will begin in Bergen as Oxbo breaks ground on their new $40 million facility.

The facility will be 195,000 square feet and sit on 50 acres of land. The new site will replace Oxbo’s current plant which is located in Byron just 7 miles away. Oxbo is a leading manufacturer of specialty harvesting tools and technology used to help with various crops. The new facility in Bergen has been specifically designed to help the company work more efficiently and accommodate its rapid business growth.

Chris Chadbourne, Oxbo Plant Manager, shared, “We are excited to move to the expanded facility in Bergen which will allow Oxbo to remain local, while providing opportunities to expand globally, partnering with our customers to produce food for people around the world.“

Red Ribbon Week Set to go in Genesee County

UConnectCare’s Prevention Department is helping schools and businesses in Genesee County prepare for this year’s Red Ribbon Week.

Red Ribbon Week is an annual campaign that started in 1985 as a public response to the violence caused by drugs. Today, Red Ribbon Week educates children on the dangers of drugs and encourages participation in drug prevention activities. All 8 of Genesee County’s high schools are participating in Red Ribbon Week. The City of Batavia will also participate by placing red ribbons all over the city and lighting the cupola at the Old Courthouse red.

UConnectCare assistant director of Prevention Sheila Harding said, “We invite you to celebrate not just this week, but to embrace healthy choices throughout the year and inspire those around you to do the same,”

Batavia Muckdogs Prepare for Their 4th Annual Trick or Treat Event.

The Batavia Muckdogs are preparing to host their 4th annual Muckdogs Trick or Treat event this Friday at Dwyer Stadium.

The event will take place from 3 to 6 PM and is free to enter. Last year’s event hosted more than 2,000 families from all around Genesee County and beyond. Everyone is encouraged to wear their best Halloween costume and prepare for some fun. At the event, there will be music, festive activities, and food available.

Muckdogs Owner Robbie Nichols said, “We started this tradition during our first season as owners of the Muckdogs in 2021 and we are so glad the community has come together to grow this event to what it is today. It is a kind of curtain call for Dwyer Stadium before we gear up for High School baseball in the spring of 2025 and then of course Muckdogs Baseball. An event like this is great because it showcases how this great Stadium can be utilized for the community and by the community.”