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News from April 2024

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Evan Lowder earns CCIW track athlete of the week honors

By McLean County Times | Apr 10, 2024

For the first time in the outdoor season, Evan Lowder of Illinois Wesleyan University's men's track and field team has been recognized as the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Athlete of the Week. The announcement was made on Wednesday afternoon, April 10.

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Lexi Onsrud named CCIW golfer of the week after strong performance

By McLean County Times | Apr 10, 2024

Illinois Wesleyan University senior Lexi Onsrud has been named the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin (CCIW) Golfer of the Week. This marks the sixth time in her career and the first time this season that she has received this recognition, as announced by the league office on Wednesday, April 10.

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Illinois Wesleyan softball splits doubleheader against Millikin

By McLean County Times | Apr 10, 2024

The Illinois Wesleyan University softball team, ranked No. 25, opened their College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin (CCIW) play with a split doubleheader against Millikin University on April 10. The Titans secured a 6-0 victory in the first game but fell 8-3 in the second, resulting in an overall record of 14-7 (1-1 CCIW), while Millikin stands at 14-10 (2-2 CCIW).

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Who voted in Northwestern Township of Dwight: Precinct Dwight 3 during 2020 Presidential Election?

By McLean County Times | Apr 10, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a McLean County Times analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 397 voters in Northwestern Township of Dwight: Precinct Dwight 3 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Illinois Wesleyan defeats North Central in lacrosse match

By McLean County Times | Apr 10, 2024

The Illinois Wesleyan University men's lacrosse team triumphed over North Central College with a score of 16-10 in a game held on April 10 at Benedetti-Wehrli Stadium. This victory advances the Titans to an 8-3 record for the season and maintains their undefeated start in the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin play, handing North Central its first conference loss.

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Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Eastern Township of Indian Grove: Precinct Indian Grove 1

By McLean County Times | Apr 10, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a McLean County Times analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 491 voters in Eastern Township of Indian Grove: Precinct Indian Grove 1 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Livingston County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Apr. 6

By McLean County Times | Apr 9, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Livingston County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.

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School administrators earns 86.1% more on average than teachers in LeRoy Community Unit School District 2 in 2021-22 school year

By McLean County Times | Apr 9, 2024

The average school administrator’s salary in LeRoy Community Unit School District 2 was $100,800 during the 2021-22 school year, while teaching salaries averaged $54,178, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Illinois Wesleyan secures close win over Wheaton College

By McLean County Times | Apr 9, 2024

A sacrifice fly secured a win for the Illinois Wesleyan University baseball team against Wheaton College on Tuesday night at Horenberger Field. The Titans improved their record to 16-9 overall and 6-3 in the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin, while Wheaton's record fell to 7-15 overall and 1-6 in conference play.

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Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Central S Township of Reading: Precinct Reading 1

By McLean County Times | Apr 9, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a McLean County Times analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 346 voters in Central S Township of Reading: Precinct Reading 1 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Normal residents paid 16th-largest sum in sales taxes in Illinois during January

By McLean County Times | Apr 9, 2024

Normal residents paid $3.6 million in sales taxes, the 16th highest total paid per municipality in January.

Michael Campagna earns CCIW Defensive Player of the Week honors

By McLean County Times | Apr 9, 2024

For the third consecutive week, Illinois Wesleyan University's men's lacrosse team has secured recognition from the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin. Senior Michael Campagna was named Defensive Player of the Week, as announced by the league on Tuesday, April 9.

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Current Safe-T-Act Provisions Responsible for Release of Man Charged with Reckless Homicide in Deputy’s Death

By McLean County Times | Apr 9, 2024

Rep. Dennis Tipsword expressed grave concerns today regarding the release of an individual charged with reckless homicide and DUI in the tragic death of Dekalb County Sheriff’s Deputy Christina Musil. Tipsword, a 30-year law enforcement officer, highlighted that the man in question was released under the provisions of the current “Safe-T-Act”.“An officer is dead. She will never return to her family. Their lives have ALL been shattered; because Illinois law currently dictates disastrous release without bail policies, the person charged in her death is already back out on...

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Michael Eastman earns second team all-conference honors for Illinois Wesleyan volleyball

By McLean County Times | Apr 9, 2024

For the first time in its history, Illinois Wesleyan University's men's volleyball team has a player recognized on the All-College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin (CCIW) teams. Senior Michael Eastman from Chicago earned Second Team All-CCIW honors following an impressive senior season, as announced by the league's office on April 9.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Livingston County in week ending Apr. 6?

By McLean County Times | Apr 9, 2024

The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Livingston County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Apr. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Illinois Wesleyan women's lacrosse hosts Carthage after three away games

By McLean County Times | Apr 9, 2024

The Illinois Wesleyan University women's lacrosse team is set to host Carthage College in a College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin (CCIW) contest on Wednesday, April 10. The game will take place at Tucci Stadium, beginning at 6 p.m.

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DCFS Director Heidi Mueller Tours Nexus-Onarga Family Healing

By McLean County Times | Apr 9, 2024

Heidi Mueller, the new Director of the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS), recently visited Nexus-Onarga Family Healing along with other legislators. The visit took place on Monday afternoon, providing an opportunity for Mueller and the officials to tour the facility and engage with the staff and residents.The day concluded at the Cornerstone Café & Gallery, where Mueller and the legislators enjoyed a casual conversation over coffee and freshly baked cookies. It was a pleasant conclusion to a day filled with meaningful interactions and insights...

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How did Central Township of Fayette: Precinct Fayette residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By McLean County Times | Apr 9, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a McLean County Times analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 122 voters in Central Township of Fayette: Precinct Fayette cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Central Township of Waldo: Precinct Waldo

By McLean County Times | Apr 9, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a McLean County Times analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 149 voters in Central Township of Waldo: Precinct Waldo cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Illinois Wesleyan prepares to face North Central College in lacrosse conference clash

By McLean County Times | Apr 9, 2024

The Illinois Wesleyan University men's lacrosse team is preparing to face North Central College in the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin action. The game is scheduled for Wednesday, April 10, at Benedetti-Wehrli Stadium in Naperville, Illinois.