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News from November 2023

Illinois Wesleyan soccer team vies for CCIW title against Carthage

By McLean County Times | Nov 3, 2023

The Illinois Wesleyan University men's soccer team is set to compete for the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin (CCIW) tournament championship. The Titans, marking a historic moment as the first sixth-seeded team to reach the final in conference history, will face Carthage College's Firebirds. The match is scheduled for Saturday, November 4 at 7 p.m. at Art Keller Field in Kenosha, Wisconsin.

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Census Bureau: 3.6% of people in McLean County identified as multiracial in 2021

By McLean County Times | Nov 3, 2023

Of the 171,455 citizens living in McLean County in 2021, 96.4% said they were only one race, while 3.6% said they were two or more races, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained in June.

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Rep. Bunting's News Update: Ending Sanctuary State Status and Supporting Israel

By McLean County Times | Nov 3, 2023

In a recent news update from Representative Bunting, several important issues were addressed, including the call to end Illinois' sanctuary state status, a resolution expressing support for Israel, and visits to IDOT and Ameren open house events.One of the key topics discussed was the need to repeal the TRUST Act, which made Illinois a sanctuary state for undocumented immigrants. Representative Bunting highlighted the growing crisis of undocumented immigrants finding their way to sanctuary states like Illinois and the burden it places on taxpayers. Quoting Representative...

City of Pontiac City Council met Sept. 5

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Nov 3, 2023

City of Pontiac City Council met Monday, Sept. 5

City of Fairbury City Council met Oct. 4

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Nov 3, 2023

City of Fairbury City Council met Wednesday, Oct. 4

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Home valuation prices decreased in Livingston County during Q3 2023

By McLean County Times | Nov 2, 2023

The median sale price of a home sold in the third quarter of 2023 in Livingston County fell by $4,050, while total sales decreased by 18.1%.

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McLean County residents pay $757,631 in Countywide Sales Tax in August

By McLean County Times | Nov 2, 2023

In August, McLean County saw an increase in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Livingston County collects $59,375 in County Sales Tax in August

By McLean County Times | Nov 2, 2023

In August, Livingston County saw an increase in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Village of Dwight Board of Trustees met Aug. 28

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Nov 2, 2023

Village of Dwight Board of Trustees met Monday, Aug. 28

McLean County Transportation Committee met Oct. 3

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Nov 2, 2023

McLean County Transportation Committee met Tuesday, Oct. 3

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Q3 2023 Parolees Recap: Who was paroled in Livingston County?

By McLean County Times | Nov 1, 2023

There were nine offenders living in Livingston County released on parole during the third quarter of 2023, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by McLean County Times.

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Livingston County taxpayers give $116,294 in Countywide Sales Tax in August

By McLean County Times | Nov 1, 2023

In August, Livingston County saw a decrease in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Illinois Wesleyan prepares to face top-ranked North Central College

By McLean County Times | Nov 1, 2023

Illinois Wesleyan University's football team is preparing to face North Central College, currently ranked number one, in their final road game of the season. The match is scheduled for Saturday, November 4th at 1 p.m. at Benedetti Wehrli Stadium in Naperville, Illinois.

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Titan Table Talk features Coach Eash and swimmer Kelch discussing sports updates

By McLean County Times | Nov 1, 2023

Joining Tommy Gilbert on the latest episode of Titan Table Talk are head football coach Norm Eash and women's swimmer Jackie Rae Kelch. The podcast is available weekly on iwusports.com, as well as on iwusports.com/podcasts, SoundCloud, and YouTube.

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Local Government Advisory Committee Meets to Discuss Key Issues

By McLean County Times | Nov 1, 2023

In a highly anticipated event, the Local Government Advisory Committee recently convened to address pressing matters affecting the community. On November 1, 2023, a remarkable number of local government leaders gathered for this crucial meeting, which saw the participation of three County Board Chairmen and thirteen Mayors and Village Presidents. The discussions centered around several significant topics, including infrastructure, funding, grants, hiring and retaining law enforcement officers, as well as renewable energy sources such as solar and wind.The committee...

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Illinois Wesleyan golfer Quinn Clifford earns CCIW weekly honor

By McLean County Times | Nov 1, 2023

The College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin has announced its final Men's Golfer of the Week award for the fall season. Junior Quinn Clifford from Illinois Wesleyan University was recognized on November 1, 2023.

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Tipsword Sponsors Legislation to End Illinois’ Sanctuary State Humanitarian Crisis

By McLean County Times | Nov 1, 2023

Illinois, as a sanctuary state for undocumented immigrants, has been facing a humanitarian crisis due to the TRUST Act, which was implemented in 2017. This act prevents law enforcement agencies from collaborating with federal immigration authorities to detain or deport undocumented individuals. Consequently, undocumented immigrants in Illinois have been granted access to various benefits, including free healthcare, driver's licenses, and housing assistance, leading to a significant financial burden on the state.Recently, Representative Tipsword has taken a stand to...

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Illinois Wesleyan secures eighth straight win against Webster University

By McLean County Times | Nov 1, 2023

The Illinois Wesleyan University women's volleyball team achieved a decisive victory over Webster University in a non-conference match on November 1, 2023. The Titans secured their eighth consecutive win with set scores of 25-11, 25-8, and 25-21. This win brings the team's record to 15-12.

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Illinois Wesleyan advances to CCIW Championship after defeating Wheaton

By McLean County Times | Nov 1, 2023

After a challenging double-overtime match in the CCIW Tournament, the Illinois Wesleyan University men's soccer team advanced past No. 2 seed Wheaton College on Wednesday, Nov. 1. The game ended in a 7-6 penalty kick shootout following a 3-3 tie in regulation. The Titans are set to face Carthage College in the CCIW Championship match on Saturday, Nov. 4, in Kenosha, Wisconsin.

McLean County Public Building Commission met Oct. 3

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Nov 1, 2023

McLean County Public Building Commission met Tuesday, Oct. 3