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News from October 2023

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Veto Session Issues Include Nuclear Ban, Invest in Kids

By McLean County Times | Oct 19, 2023

Illinois General Assembly is gearing up for its upcoming veto session, set to begin next week. A range of critical issues will be on the agenda, including a nuclear moratorium and investments in children. The session will provide an opportunity for lawmakers to address these pressing matters and make decisions that will shape the future of the state.One of the key topics up for discussion is the nuclear moratorium. Advocates argue that it is essential to restrain the expansion of nuclear power in Illinois to protect public safety and the environment. They believe that a...

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On the Issues: Virtue and Vice

By Carl Wenning | Oct 19, 2023

By definition, an issue is something that people legitimately disagree about. A broken-down car or a cancer diagnosis are not issues; they are problems in need of solutions.

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Illinois Wesleyan volleyball heads to Maine for three matches

By McLean County Times | Oct 19, 2023

The Illinois Wesleyan University women's volleyball team is set to travel to Maine for a series of matches on October 20-21. The Titans, currently holding an 8-12 record, will first compete against Bowdoin College on Friday, October 20 at 4:30 p.m. ET in Brunswick. They will then proceed to Waterville for the Colby College Tournament on Saturday, October 21, where they will face Colby College at 11 a.m. ET and Endicott College at 1 p.m. ET.

Village of Dwight Board of Trustees met Aug. 14

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Oct 19, 2023

Village of Dwight Board of Trustees met Monday, Aug. 14

Village of Downs Board of Trustees met Sept. 14

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Oct 19, 2023

Village of Downs Board of Trustees met Thursday, Sept. 14

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4-H Members in Illinois Celebrate National 4-H Week

By McLean County Times | Oct 18, 2023

This week, 4-H Members in Illinois are joining the 6 million youth across the country in celebrating National 4-H Week. The clubs around Illinois are taking this opportunity to highlight the remarkable youth in their local communities and showcase the incredible experiences that 4-H has to offer."National 4-H Week is a time to recognize the achievements of our young members and the positive impact they make in their communities," said an unknown spokesperson for 4-H. "Through various programs and activities, 4-H empowers young people to develop their skills,...

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Illinois House Republicans Introduce Bills to Fight Deadly Fentanyl Epidemic

By McLean County Times | Oct 18, 2023

Illinois House Republicans have taken action to combat the deadly fentanyl epidemic that has been plaguing the state. The lawmakers have introduced and passed a series of bills aimed at addressing the crisis and protecting the residents of Illinois. However, they believe that more needs to be done to ensure the safety of the people, particularly by focusing on stopping the flow of illegal fentanyl at the nation's southern border.According to a report by Advantage News, Illinois ranks sixth in the country in terms of fentanyl-related deaths in the past year. The alarming...

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Illinois Wesleyan falls to Elmhurst in men's soccer match

By McLean County Times | Oct 18, 2023

The Illinois Wesleyan University men's soccer team faced a setback with a 2-0 defeat against Elmhurst University on Wednesday, October 18, at Langhorst Field in Elmhurst, Illinois. This result brought Illinois Wesleyan's season record to 5-5-3 and their conference record to 3-2-1. Meanwhile, Elmhurst improved its overall standing to 6-8-2 and their conference record to 4-2-0.

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White leads Titans to victory over Elmhurst with first career goals

By McLean County Times | Oct 18, 2023

The Illinois Wesleyan University women's soccer team secured a crucial victory against Elmhurst University, extending their unbeaten streak to three games. The Titans, now with a record of 3-11-2 overall and 2-4-1 in the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin (CCIW), defeated the Bluejays 2-0 on Wednesday night at Neis Field. This win keeps their hopes alive for the CCIW Tournament.

Rooks Creek Community Consolidated School District 425 Board of Education met Aug. 14

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Oct 18, 2023

Rooks Creek Community Consolidated School District 425 Board of Education met Monday, Aug. 14

Hudson Area Public Library District Board of Trustees met Sept. 12

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Oct 18, 2023

Hudson Area Public Library District Board of Trustees met Tuesday, Sept. 12

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Rezin: 'The daycares feel they don't have a voice'

By McLean County Times | Oct 17, 2023

Sue Rezin, State Sen. of Illinois State Senate, Illinois General Assembly, expressed her concerns about the lack of representation for daycare workers during a hearing on Oct 17th. She addressed the issue during a Joint Committee on Administrative Rules subject matter hearing. Rezin pointed out discrepancies in the data provided by the committee and emphasized the need for accurate information when making decisions.

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Falling home valuation prices in Livingston County in September 2023 compared to September 2022

By McLean County Times | Oct 17, 2023

In September 2023, the median sale price of a home in Livingston County fell by $7,500 from the same period in the previous year, while total sales increased by 2.8%.

Titan Table Talk features coaches and athletes discussing recent games and future plans

By McLean County Times | Oct 17, 2023

Joining Tommy Gilbert on the latest episode of Titan Table Talk are head women's soccer coach Oz Bakirdan, head football coach Norm Eash, and senior men's soccer captain Brody Seaton. The podcast is available weekly on iwusports.com, as well as on iwusports.com/podcasts, SoundCloud, and YouTube.

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Visit to Technical Metals in Fairbury

By McLean County Times | Oct 17, 2023

I recently had the opportunity to tour Technical Metals in Fairbury, a privately owned metal fabrication company that has been in operation since 1970. Over the years, TMI has experienced remarkable growth, transforming from a small one-man operation to an impressive 80,000 square foot facility. Today, they proudly serve numerous companies worldwide, thanks to their unwavering commitment to their employees, customers, and community.One of the key factors contributing to TMI's success is their dedication to training and developing their employees. By equipping their...

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Village of Dwight Village Board of Trustees met September 11

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Oct 17, 2023

Village of Dwight Village Board of Trustees met 6:30 p.m. Monday, September 11.

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Illinois Wesleyan finishes second at Golfweek October Classic

By McLean County Times | Oct 17, 2023

The Illinois Wesleyan University men's golf team achieved a second-place finish at the Golfweek October Classic, held at the Raven Golf Club in Sandestin, Florida. The team completed the tournament with a 54-hole score of 860, following rounds of 279, 290, and 291.

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Jack Hansen earns CCIW Co-Swimmer of the Week honor

By McLean County Times | Oct 17, 2023

Freshman Jack Hansen from Illinois Wesleyan University has been recognized as the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin (CCIW) Co-Swimmer of the Week. The announcement was made on Tuesday, October 17. This is Hansen's first career weekly accolade and also marks the first for his team this season. He shares the title with Kacper Cebula from Augustana College.

Illinois Wesleyan men's soccer to face Elmhurst University after recent victories

By McLean County Times | Oct 17, 2023

The Illinois Wesleyan men's soccer team is preparing for a midweek matchup against Elmhurst University. The game will take place on Wednesday, October 18, at Langhorst Field with kickoff scheduled for 7:30 p.m.

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Illinois Wesleyan women's soccer prepares for penultimate CCIW game against Elmhurst

By McLean County Times | Oct 17, 2023

Illinois Wesleyan University's women's soccer team is preparing to face Elmhurst University on Wednesday, October 18. The match will take place at Neis Field at 7 p.m. This game marks the Titans' penultimate contest in the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin (CCIW) regular season.