McLean County Times

Former state university employee Walter paid in $2K to pension fund, could collect $75K in retirement

By Local Labs News Service | Nov 1, 2018

Former state university employee Robert Walter, who retired in October 2018, saved $1,859 toward a pension over 3 years working for state universities, State Universities Retirement System of Illinois records show.

Former state school employee Payne paid in $42K to teachers' pension fund, could collect $1.29M in retirement

By Local Labs News Service | Nov 1, 2018

Former state school employee Bruce Payne, who retired in October 2018, saved $41,837 toward a pension over 14 years working for public schools, Teachers' Retirement System of the State of Illinois records show.

Leroy Junior High School reports 1% truancy rate

By Local Labs News Service | Nov 1, 2018

The truancy rate at Leroy Junior High School rose to 1 percent during the 2016-17 school year, according to a McLean County Times analysis of the latest Illinois schools report card.

76.5 percent of Ridgeview Jr teachers stay put; average earns $54,005 per year

By Local Labs News Service | Nov 1, 2018

More than 76.5 percent of teachers stay at Ridgeview Jr High School year to year, according to the 2017 three-year average in the latest Illinois schools report card.

Former state university employee Zumalt paid in $66K to pension fund, could collect $961K in retirement

By Local Labs News Service | Nov 1, 2018

Former state university employee Joseph Zumalt, who retired in October 2018, saved $65,537 toward a pension over 18 years working for state universities, State Universities Retirement System of Illinois records show.

Former state school employee Dalton paid in $3K to teachers' pension fund, could collect $187K in retirement

By Local Labs News Service | Nov 1, 2018

Former state school employee Mary Dalton, who retired in October 2018, saved $3,366 toward a pension over 2 years working for public schools, Teachers' Retirement System of the State of Illinois records show.

Former state school employee Muehlfeld paid in $102K to teachers' pension fund, could collect $1.82M in retirement

By Local Labs News Service | Nov 1, 2018

Former state school employee Jannean Muehlfeld, who retired in October 2018, saved $102,258 toward a pension over 25 years working for public schools, Teachers' Retirement System of the State of Illinois records show.

Former state school employee Gerdes paid in $58K to teachers' pension fund, could collect $1.07M in retirement

By Local Labs News Service | Nov 1, 2018

Former state school employee Jessica Gerdes, who retired in October 2018, saved $57,641 toward a pension over 13 years working for public schools, Teachers' Retirement System of the State of Illinois records show.

Former state school employee Jarand paid in $48K to teachers' pension fund, could collect $702K in retirement

By Local Labs News Service | Nov 1, 2018

Former state school employee Marjorie Jarand, who retired in October 2018, saved $47,974 toward a pension over 10 years working for public schools, Teachers' Retirement System of the State of Illinois records show.

Former state university employee Henderson paid in $8K to pension fund, could collect $554K in retirement

By Local Labs News Service | Nov 1, 2018

Former state university employee Demetria Henderson, who retired in October 2018, saved $8,312 toward a pension over 13 years working for state universities, State Universities Retirement System of Illinois records show.

Former state university employee Martinez paid in $60K to pension fund, could collect $1,000K in retirement

By Local Labs News Service | Nov 1, 2018

Former state university employee Bertha Martinez, who retired in October 2018, saved $60,343 toward a pension over 25 years working for state universities, State Universities Retirement System of Illinois records show.

From Prairie State Wire

2018 election night preview: More competitive races now in play than in 2014

By LGIS Newsfeed | 6 years ago

Unlike the dynamic four years ago, a majority of the Illinois House races – 56 percent – will be competitive contests pitting major party candidates during the Nov. 6 midterm election.

CITY OF PONTIAC: Jolly Trolley Event- Christmas Kickoff

By Press release submission | Oct 31, 2018

Come celebrate the Jolly Trolley Event downtown Pontiac on November 10th from 12:00-5:00pm!

CITY OF PONTIAC: Little Fiberglass Car

By Press release submission | Oct 31, 2018

This is the little fiberglass car I painted for Pontiac’s public art project. There are many of these around town, all painted by local artists.

CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL OF ILLINOIS BLOOMINGTON: Standing Up for Better Health

By Press release submission | Oct 31, 2018

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CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL OF ILLINOIS BLOOMINGTON: OSF St. Joseph Names Chief Nursing Officer

By Press release submission | Oct 31, 2018

OSF HealthCare St. Joseph Medical Center is pleased to announce Toni Bishop-McWain, RN, DNP(c), MSN, has accepted the role of Vice President, Chief Nursing Officer for OSF HealthCare St. Joseph Medical Center.

MCLEAN COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Dynamic Pianist Alon Goldstein debuts with the Illinois Symphony Orchestra

By Press release submission | Oct 31, 2018

Simply Stunning! Our strings take center stage in Britten’s playful Simple Symphony and Tchaikovsky’s beloved Serenade for Strings.

PONTIAC AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Three Roses Bed & Breakfast to Host November Mix & Mingle

By Press release submission | Oct 31, 2018

Pontiac Area Chamber of Commerce issued the following announcement on Oct. 27.Three Roses Bed & Breakfast will be hosting the November Mix & Mingle on Thursday, November 8 from 5:00 – 7:00 pm.

MCLEAN COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Schnucks Montvale to host fundraiser for the Illinois Symphony Orchestra

By Press release submission | Oct 31, 2018

Schnucks Montvale to host fundraiser for the Illinois Symphony Orchestra You are invited to 88 Bottles Around the World, a special fundraiser for the Illinois Symphony Orchestra on Friday, November 2, 2018 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Schnucks Montvale.

PONTIAC AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Aleena’s Bath and Body Boutique Hosts Grand Opening, Ribbon Cutting

By Press release submission | Oct 31, 2018

Aleena’s Bath and Body Boutique welcomed Chamber representatives and other local leaders for a ribbon cutting ceremony Wednesday, October 17.