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Which former McLean County Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 15?

By McLean County Times | Apr 14, 2024

These former McLean County Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 15.

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Q1 Recap: 2 parolees from McLean County convicted of homicide set for supervised release

By McLean County Times | Apr 13, 2024

There were two offenders convicted of homicide living in McLean County released on parole during the first quarter of 2024, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the McLean County Times.

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Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Central E Township of Dwight: Precinct Dwight 1

By McLean County Times | Apr 13, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a McLean County Times analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 498 voters in Central E Township of Dwight: Precinct Dwight 1 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Weekly recap, week ending April 6 home sales in McLean County

By McLean County Times | Apr 13, 2024

There were 40 reported residential sales in McLean County in the week ending April 6, according to BlockShopper.com.

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

By McLean County Times | Apr 13, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a McLean County Times analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 41 voters in Central Township of Germanville: Precinct Germanville cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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School administrators earns 76.9% more on average than teachers in Dwight Common School District 232 in 2021-22 school year

By McLean County Times | Apr 13, 2024

The average school administrator’s salary in Dwight Common School District 232 was $92,758 during the 2021-22 school year, while teaching salaries averaged $52,423, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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McLean County Times area weekly mass times

By McLean County Times | Apr 13, 2024

The following parishes in the McLean County Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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How did Central SE City of Pontiac: Precinct Pontiac 4 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By McLean County Times | Apr 13, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a McLean County Times analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 490 voters in Central SE City of Pontiac: Precinct Pontiac 4 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Illinois State narrowly loses to Evansville after walk-off finish

By McLean County Times | Apr 13, 2024

Illinois State University's baseball team faced a narrow defeat against Evansville, losing 6-5 in a walk-off game at Charles A. Braun Stadium. The match saw Evansville scoring two runs in the second, eighth, and ninth innings.

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Illinois Wesleyan wins over Carroll; Maldonado sets new assist record

By McLean County Times | Apr 13, 2024

The Illinois Wesleyan University women's lacrosse team secured a victory against Carroll University with an 11-9 win at Tucci Stadium. The game, held on April 13, saw senior Britney Maldonado break the program's single-season assists record by recording her 50th assist. This achievement surpassed the previous record of 49 assists set by Sam Bidlack in 2019.

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Illinois State falls to Denver; prepares for Summit League Championship

By McLean County Times | Apr 13, 2024

The Illinois State men's tennis team concluded their regular season with a defeat against the 43rd-ranked Denver team. The match, held at the Denver Tennis Park, ended with a 7-0 scoreline in favor of Denver. This result left the Redbirds with an overall conference play record of 3-2.

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Illinois Wesleyan sweeps Augustana in baseball doubleheader

By McLean County Times | Apr 13, 2024

The Illinois Wesleyan University (IWU) baseball team celebrated a successful doubleheader against Augustana College, enhancing their win streak in the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin (CCIW) to four games. The Titans, following these victories, hold an 18-9 overall record and an 8-3 standing in the conference. The Vikings stand at 16-12 overall with a 3-7 conference record.

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Illinois Wesleyan softball team sweeps Elmhurst University in doubleheader

By McLean County Times | Apr 13, 2024

The Illinois Wesleyan University softball team secured a double victory against Elmhurst University on Saturday, April 13, in Elmhurst, Illinois. The wins improved the Titans' season record to 16-7 and their conference record to 3-1 in the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin (CCIW). Meanwhile, Elmhurst University's Bluejays fell to 9-14 overall and remain winless in the CCIW with a 0-5 record.

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Illinois State competes strongly on day one of Hawkeye Invitational amid challenging conditions

By McLean County Times | Apr 13, 2024

In Iowa City, the Illinois State Redbirds golf team is in contention for the title at the 2024 Hawkeye Invitational despite challenging conditions. The tournament's first day saw fluctuating performances influenced by strong winds.

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Macy Ludwig sets new golf record at Kathy Niepagen Spring Fling

By McLean County Times | Apr 13, 2024

Junior golfer Macy Ludwig from Illinois Wesleyan University set a new single-round record for the university's women's golf program at the Kathy Niepagen Spring Fling. Competing at Ironwood Golf Course in Bloomington, Illinois, Ludwig achieved a five-under-par score of 67 on the first day of the tournament, held on April 13.

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Illinois Wesleyan men's tennis loses to Augustana College

By McLean County Times | Apr 13, 2024

Playing its second match in as many days, the Illinois Wesleyan University men's tennis team was defeated by Augustana College with a score of 9-0 on Saturday, April 13, in Rock Island, Illinois. This result brings the Titans' overall record to 9-6 and their conference record to 2-2 in the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin. Meanwhile, Augustana improved its record to 14-6 overall and 3-2 in league play.

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Illinois Wesleyan shines at Greenville Select track meet

By McLean County Times | Apr 13, 2024

The Illinois Wesleyan University track and field teams participated in the Greenville Select event on April 13 in Greenville, Illinois. The Titans achieved five event victories, with notable performances from several athletes.

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Illinois State women's golf team aims for another MVC title at Annbriar

By McLean County Times | Apr 13, 2024

The Illinois State women's golf team is set to compete in the 2024 Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) Championship, aiming to extend their record of 14 MVC titles. The championship will take place from April 14-16 at Annbriar Golf Course in Waterloo, Illinois.

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Red team triumphs over white team in Illinois State spring showcase

By McLean County Times | Apr 13, 2024

Illinois State University concluded its Spring Camp 2024 with the annual Spring Showcase Scrimmage, where the Red Team emerged victorious over the White Team with a score of 33-21 at Hancock Stadium. The event drew a substantial crowd of fans who enjoyed favorable weather conditions.

Illinois Wesleyan remains undefeated in CCIW after beating Carthage College

By McLean County Times | Apr 13, 2024

The Illinois Wesleyan University men's lacrosse team secured an 18-13 victory over Carthage College, continuing their unbeaten run in the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin. The game took place on April 13, 2024, in Kenosha, Wisconsin. This win brings IWU to an overall season record of 8-3 and a conference record of 3-0. Carthage's record now stands at 6-7 for the season and 0-2 in the conference.