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Illinois Wesleyan women's volleyball falls to UW-Eau Claire in five-set match

By D. C. Rapp | Oct 17, 2025

In a closely contested match between two top-10 NCAA Division III women's volleyball teams, Illinois Wesleyan University fell to the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire in five sets during the Blugold Alumni Weekend Invitational on Friday night.

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Rep. Jason Bunting calls for focus on key issues during Illinois fall legislative session

By D. C. Rapp | Oct 17, 2025

The Illinois House of Representatives reconvened in Springfield this week for the fall legislative session, with Representative Jason Bunting expressing concerns over partisanship and a lack of focus on key state issues.

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Illinois State men’s golf stands sixth after first day at Purdue Fall Invitational

By D. C. Rapp | Oct 16, 2025

The Illinois State men's golf team finished the first day of the Purdue Fall Invitational in sixth place after recording rounds of 296 and 285, totaling a score of 581.

Illinois Wesleyan men’s golf fourth after day one at Tartan Invitational

By D. C. Rapp | Oct 16, 2025

The Illinois Wesleyan University men's golf team is in fourth place after the first two rounds of the Tartan Invitational at Laurel Valley Golf Club in Ligonier, Pennsylvania.

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Illinois State men’s golf prepares for Purdue Fall Invitational

By D. C. Rapp | Oct 16, 2025

After a break between tournaments, the Illinois State Redbirds men's golf team will compete in the Purdue Fall Invitational, which begins on Monday at the Kampen-Cosler Golf Course in West Lafayette, Indiana.

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Illinois State volleyball sweeps Belmont Bruins behind strong offensive performance

By D. C. Rapp | Oct 16, 2025

Illinois State University's volleyball team secured a straight-sets victory over Belmont in Nashville, winning 25-18, 25-20, and 25-21.

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Grace Petrie earns MVC Freshman of the Week honor for Illinois State soccer

By D. C. Rapp | Oct 16, 2025

Redbird freshman Grace Petrie has been named the Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) Freshman of the Week, according to an announcement from the league office on October 7.

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Former Titan Alex Tosi umpires ALDS opener between Tigers and Mariners

By D. C. Rapp | Oct 16, 2025

Former Illinois Wesleyan University alumnus Alex Tosi, who played as a pitcher for the Titans and graduated in 2010, served as home plate umpire for game one of the American League Division Series between the Detroit Tigers and Seattle Mariners on...

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Illinois Wesleyan women’s soccer records first CCIW win with shutout over Augustana

By D. C. Rapp | Oct 15, 2025

The Illinois Wesleyan University women's soccer team secured a 3-0 win against Augustana College at Neis Field on Wednesday, marking their first College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin (CCIW) victory of the season.

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Illinois State's Brock Spack Show previews Murray State game live from Schooners

By D. C. Rapp | Oct 14, 2025

Coming off a recent game against the top-ranked team in the country, the Illinois State football team, currently ranked No. 9/10, is preparing for a conference matchup at Murray State this Saturday.

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Illinois Wesleyan’s Gigi Zera earns second CCIW golfer of the week award

By D. C. Rapp | Oct 14, 2025

Illinois Wesleyan University sophomore Gigi Zera has been named the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin (CCIW) Golfer of the Week, according to an announcement from the league office on Wednesday, October 8.

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Illinois State volleyball travels south for key Missouri Valley Conference matchups

By D. C. Rapp | Oct 11, 2025

Illinois State University's volleyball team is set to travel south for two Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) matches, facing Belmont in Nashville on October 10 and Murray State in Kentucky on October 11.

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Illinois State Redbirds defeat Murray State with strong offensive performance

By D. C. Rapp | Oct 11, 2025

The Illinois State Redbirds football team secured a 46-32 victory over Murray State on Saturday night at Roy Stewart Stadium.

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Illinois lawmakers return for fall veto session; Rep. Bunting opposes proposed tax increases

By D. C. Rapp | Oct 10, 2025

The Illinois General Assembly will return to Springfield next week for the annual fall veto session, according to State Representative Jason Bunting (R-Dwight).

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Illinois State soccer travels to UNI aiming to extend unbeaten streak

By D. C. Rapp | Oct 10, 2025

Illinois State University's soccer team will travel to Cedar Falls, Iowa, to face the University of Northern Iowa (UNI) Panthers in a Missouri Valley Conference matchup on Saturday.

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Illinois Wesleyan women's soccer to host North Park University for homecoming match

By D. C. Rapp | Oct 9, 2025

The Illinois Wesleyan University women's soccer team will play at home against North Park University on Saturday, October 11.

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Illinois State Rep. Jason Bunting highlights role as local 4-H leader during National 4-H Week

By D. C. Rapp | Oct 7, 2025

Tasha and Illinois State Representative Jason Bunting have expressed their pride in serving as 4-H leaders within their community during National 4-H Week.

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Senator Balkema discusses state spending surge and infrastructure plans for Illinois’ 53rd District

By D. C. Rapp | Oct 6, 2025

State Senator Chris Balkema of Illinois' 53rd District has released his latest weekly update, highlighting state spending, infrastructure investments, and seasonal topics relevant to his constituents.

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Jason Bunting visits Joliet Junior College to discuss education initiatives

By D. C. Rapp | Oct 6, 2025

Illinois State Representative Jason Bunting (R-Dwight) recently visited Joliet Junior College, his alma mater.

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Illinois State soccer extends unbeaten streak with draw against Evansville

By D. C. Rapp | Oct 5, 2025

Illinois State University's women's soccer team extended its unbeaten streak to six games after a scoreless draw against Evansville on Sunday at Adelaide Street Field.