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Illinois Wesleyan men’s golf prepares for Take Back the Night Challenge

By McLean County Times | Apr 24, 2025

Eleven players from the Illinois Wesleyan University men's golf team, ranked fourth nationally, are set to compete in the Take Back the Night Challenge.

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Illinois State women's tennis preps for MVC Championships against Drake

By McLean County Times | Apr 24, 2025

Valparaiso, Ind. -- The Illinois State women's tennis team, with a record of 13-7 overall and 6-2 in the Missouri Valley Conference (MVC), is set to begin the 2025 Missouri Valley Conference Championships against Drake University.

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Community leaders join Women to Watch event at Capitol

By McLean County Times | Apr 24, 2025

This week, the House Republican caucus organized its annual Women to Watch leadership event at the Capitol.

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Longtime ISU gymnastics head coach Bob Conkling retires after two decades

By McLean County Times | Apr 24, 2025

Bob Conkling, a veteran of over 40 years in gymnastics coaching, announced his retirement from his position as head coach at Illinois State University (ISU) after a two-decade-long tenure with the Redbirds.

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Illinois Wesleyan baseball team to honor 13 seniors before doubleheader against DePauw

By McLean County Times | Apr 24, 2025

The Illinois Wesleyan University baseball team is set to face off against DePauw University in a doubleheader on April 26 at Jack Horenberger Field.

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Illinois Wesleyan athletes compete in opening day of Drake Relays

By McLean County Times | Apr 24, 2025

The Illinois Wesleyan University women's track and field team participated in the opening day of the Drake Relays in Des Moines.

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PNC Bank recognizes six student-athletes with achievers award for 2024-2025

By McLean County Times | Apr 24, 2025

Illinois State Athletics, in collaboration with PNC Bank, has recognized six student-athletes for their exceptional academic and athletic achievements in the 2024-2025 academic year.

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Jankulovska and Pomarolli recognized for MVC tennis scholar-athlete honors

By McLean County Times | Apr 24, 2025

Illinois State University is celebrating the achievements of its women's tennis players, Elena Jankulovska and Silvia Pomarolli, who have both secured positions on the 2025 Missouri Valley Conference Women's Tennis Scholar-Athlete Team.

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High school students experience state government through Sen. Balkema's Youth Advisory Council

By McLean County Times | Apr 24, 2025

State Senator Chris Balkema (R-Channahon) recently organized a Youth Advisory Council (YAC) for high school students from the 53rd Senate District at the Illinois State Capitol.

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McLean County: Medicare transfers accounted for 3.4% of income in 2022

By McLean County Times | Apr 24, 2025

In 2022, Medicare transfers made up 3.4% of income in McLean County, providing an average of $2,007 per capita to residents.

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Did McLean County Unit School District 5 students succeed or flounder in their 2023-24 school year ELA tests?

By McLean County Times | Apr 23, 2025

In the 2023-24 school year, 42.2% of the students in McLean County Unit School District 5 passed the ELA portion of the IAR, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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Illinois Wesleyan softball sweeps North Central in doubleheader victory

By McLean County Times | Apr 23, 2025

BLOOMINGTON, Ill. – On April 23, the Illinois Wesleyan University softball team defeated North Central College in a doubleheader at Inspiration Field, concluding with scores of 7-2 and 8-0.

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Senators seek federal guidance on fairness in women's sports in Illinois

By McLean County Times | Apr 23, 2025

Members of the Illinois Senate Republican Caucus have reached out to U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi for guidance on ensuring the fairness of girls' and women's sports in Illinois high schools.

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Redbirds defeat Huskies 14-6; offense shines with early lead and strong finish

By McLean County Times | Apr 23, 2025

NORMAL, Ill. – The Illinois State baseball team secured a victory over Northern Illinois with a 14-6 win at Duffy Bass Field on Wednesday evening.

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Illinois representatives discuss future of agriculture and farm safety

By McLean County Times | Apr 23, 2025

I joined two of my House colleagues – and fellow farmers – Rep. Dan Swanson and Rep. Wayne Rosenthal at a press conference this morning to talk about the future of agriculture in Illinois, farm safety and the importance of protecting family farms

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Illinois leaders recognized at Women to Watch Leadership Conference

By McLean County Times | Apr 23, 2025

U.S. Representative Tipsword recently welcomed women leaders Ali Gibbs and Misty Bell from District 105 to the Illinois House Republican Annual Women to Watch Leadership Conference.

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Illinois State athletes receive All-MVC honors in women's tennis

By McLean County Times | Apr 23, 2025

Illinois State University's women's tennis team has garnered All-MVC honors for four of its athletes, according to an announcement from the league office on Wednesday.

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Illinois State women's golf team set for NCAA Regional in Columbus

By McLean County Times | Apr 23, 2025

The NCAA has announced that the Illinois State women's golf team will compete in the Columbus, Ohio Regional, which will be hosted by Ohio State University on their Scarlet Course from May 5-7.

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Illinois Wesleyan targets upset against North Park in CCIW quarterfinals

By McLean County Times | Apr 23, 2025

The Illinois Wesleyan University women's tennis team is preparing for the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin (CCIW) Tournament.

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Gavin Rohlwing receives MVP honor in Illinois Wesleyan men's volleyball team awards

By McLean County Times | Apr 23, 2025

After a successful season, the Illinois Wesleyan University men's volleyball team celebrated its achievements at the annual banquet on April 23, 2025.