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Maya Wong named to All-MVC preseason second team

By McLean County Times | Oct 1, 2024

Illinois State graduate guard Maya Wong has been named to the All-MVC Preseason Second Team, as announced by the league office on Tuesday.

Redbirds tie for fourth place at Badger Invitational

By McLean County Times | Oct 1, 2024

The Illinois State University (ISU) Redbirds tied for fourth place at the 2024 Badger Invitational, held in Verona, Wisconsin. Junior TJ Barger led the team with a one-under 71 in the final round, marking his third consecutive round under par. ISU's three-day total was 870, tying them with Memphis and Washington State.

Illinois Wesleyan hosts No15 North Parkin women’s volleyball matchup

By McLean County Times | Oct 1, 2024

The Illinois Wesleyan University women's volleyball team is set to host No. 15 North Park University on Wednesday night, Oct. 2, at the Shirk Center in Bloomington, Ill. The match will begin at 6 p.m.

Cheapest E85 gas in cities across McLean County in week ending Sept. 21

By McLean County Times | Sep 30, 2024

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout McLean County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 21, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Analysis: Ridgeview Community Unit School District 19 administrators rank 49th lowest in state for average salary in 2023

By McLean County Times | Sep 30, 2024

Administrators in Ridgeview Community Unit School District 19 earn an average of $80,602 per year, ranking 49th lowest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Mathis Chavand named MVC Runner of the Week for second time

By McLean County Times | Sep 30, 2024

Senior Mathis Chavand has been named this week's Runner of the Week by the Missouri Valley Conference after his performance at the Gans Creek Classic. This marks his second time receiving the award, having previously been honored on September 16.

McCulla rebounds as Redbirds stand fourth at Badger Invitational

By McLean County Times | Sep 30, 2024

Alex McCulla recovered from a challenging opening round to score a 69 (-3) in the second round of the Badger Invitational, positioning the Redbirds in fourth place with one round remaining.

Safety tips issued for upcoming harvest season

By McLean County Times | Sep 30, 2024

With harvest season either underway or imminent, authorities have issued several safety reminders for drivers.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Livingston County in week ending Sept. 21?

By McLean County Times | Sep 29, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Livingston County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 21, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

2023: Prairie Central Community Unit School District 8 administrators rank 89th lowest in state for average salary

By McLean County Times | Sep 29, 2024

Administrators in Prairie Central Community Unit School District 8 earn an average of $85,615 per year, ranking 89th lowest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Cheapest diesel in cities across Livingston County in week ending Sept. 21

By McLean County Times | Sep 29, 2024

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Livingston County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Sept. 21, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Redbirds stand second after first day of Badger Invitational

By McLean County Times | Sep 29, 2024

A strong opening round at the 2024 Badger Invitational has positioned the Redbirds in second place among a field of 16 schools, including two Big Ten institutions.

Illinois State soccer falls to Drake with a final score of 3-0

By McLean County Times | Sep 29, 2024

Illinois State Soccer faced a challenging match against Drake on Sunday, resulting in a 3-0 loss at Mediacom Stadium. The game saw Illinois State's record fall to 2–7–2 overall and 0–2–1 in the Missouri Valley Conference (MVC), while Drake improved to 3–5–4 overall and 2–1–0 in the MVC.

Illinois State women’s tennis team secures six wins at Redbird Invite

By McLean County Times | Sep 29, 2024

The Illinois State women's tennis team concluded the Redbird Invite with a series of strong performances, highlighted by Elena Jankulovska's victories in both the No. 6 singles and doubles championships alongside Nuria Sanz. Silvia Pomarolli and Emma Lindh also reached the championship brackets at No. 2 and No. 3 singles, respectively. Nicole Iosio added to the team's success by defeating UIC's Brion in a three-set match with scores of 5-7, 6-4, and 10-8.