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News from April 2024

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Illinois Wesleyan set to play against Wheaton College at Pfund Stadium

By McLean County Times | Apr 16, 2024

The Illinois Wesleyan University baseball team is preparing to face Wheaton College on Wednesday, April 17, at Pfund Stadium in Wheaton, Illinois. The Titans enter the game with a record of 19-9 overall and an 8-3 standing in the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin (CCIW). Meanwhile, Wheaton holds a 7-18 record for the season and has secured only one win in ten CCIW games.

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Noah Dretzka earns CCIW offensive player award after standout performances

By McLean County Times | Apr 16, 2024

The Illinois Wesleyan University men's lacrosse team continues its success in the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin (CCIW) awards. Sophomore Noah Dretzka has been named the CCIW Offensive Player of the Week, marking the fourth consecutive week a player from the team has received this honor. The announcement was made by the conference office on Tuesday, April 16.

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Who voted in Central Township of Broughton: Precinct Broughton during 2020 Presidential Election?

By McLean County Times | Apr 16, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a McLean County Times analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 150 voters in Central Township of Broughton: Precinct Broughton cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Hanson earns CCIW defensive player honor for second time this season

By McLean County Times | Apr 16, 2024

Devon Hanson, a sophomore from Waukesha, Wisconsin, has been named the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin (CCIW) Defensive Player of the Week for the second time this season. The announcement was made by the league's office on Tuesday, April 16. Hanson is part of the Illinois Wesleyan University women's lacrosse team.

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Illinois Wesleyan prepares for lacrosse clash against Elmhurst

By McLean County Times | Apr 16, 2024

The Illinois Wesleyan University women's lacrosse team is preparing for its upcoming match against Elmhurst University. The Titans, who recently secured an 11-9 victory over Carroll University, aim to continue their winning streak in the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin. The game is scheduled for April 17 at Langhorst Field.

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McLean County effective property tax rate in Q1 was higher than the national average

By McLean County Times | Apr 16, 2024

Property owners in McLean County paid 2.4% of the value of their homes in property taxes in the first quarter of 2024, which is more than 2.1 times the national average, according to the real estate analysis posted by McLean County Times.

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

By McLean County Times | Apr 15, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a McLean County Times analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 171 voters in Central Township of Eppards Point: Precinct Eppards Point cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Cheapest diesel in cities across Livingston County in week ending Apr. 13

By McLean County Times | Apr 15, 2024

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Livingston County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Apr. 13, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Central Township of Charlotte: Precinct Charlotte

By McLean County Times | Apr 15, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a McLean County Times analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 77 voters in Central Township of Charlotte: Precinct Charlotte cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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National Work Zone Awareness Week Urges Drivers to Move Over and Slow Down

By McLean County Times | Apr 15, 2024

This National Work Zone Awareness Week, the call for drivers to prioritize safety on the roads is louder than ever. The message is clear: "Move over and slow down!" as echoed by the organizers of the awareness week.As construction projects gear up for the summer season, it is crucial for drivers to exercise caution and adhere to speed limits when passing through work zones. The reminder to "move over and slow down when approaching work zones" is not only a suggestion but a vital safety measure for construction workers on-site.The emphasis on responsible driving during...

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Illinois State faces Bradley in postponed midweek softball matchup

By McLean County Times | Apr 15, 2024

Illinois State University's Redbirds are set to face the Bradley Braves in a midweek game on Wednesday. The match, originally scheduled for Tuesday, April 16, was postponed to April 17 due to weather concerns. The first pitch is slated for 5:00 p.m. CT.

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Honoring Public Safety Telecommunicators During National Public Safety Telecommunicator Week

By McLean County Times | Apr 15, 2024

Public safety telecommunicators are being recognized and thanked for their hard work and dedication during National Public Safety Telecommunicator Week. This week-long event aims to honor those who work tirelessly behind the scenes to keep communities safe.In a statement, an anonymous source expressed gratitude to public safety telecommunicators, saying, "Thank you for all that you do!"These professionals play a crucial role in emergency response systems, working around the clock to coordinate and dispatch resources to those in need. Their commitment to public safety...

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Illinois State baseball seeks redemption against Lindenwood amid losing streak

By McLean County Times | Apr 15, 2024

The Illinois State baseball team is set to face Lindenwood on Wednesday at 4:00 p.m. CT at the Lou Brock Sports Complex in Saint Charles, Missouri. The Redbirds aim to break a three-game losing streak with this matchup.

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Illinois Wesleyan's Louis Perona earns first CCIW Hitter of the Week honor

By McLean County Times | Apr 15, 2024

After a successful sweep of Augustana College, Illinois Wesleyan University's baseball player Louis Perona was named the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin (CCIW) Hitter of the Week. This is the first time Perona has received this honor, marking the fifth such award for the Titans this season.

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Illinois State names Riley Hilbrandt head coach for swimming & diving

By McLean County Times | Apr 15, 2024

The Illinois State University swimming and diving team has appointed Riley Hilbrandt as the new head coach. Dr. Jeri Beggs, ISU Interim Director of Athletics, made the announcement, expressing excitement about Hilbrandt's leadership qualities.

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Illinois Wesleyan softball players earn top honors in CCIW weekly awards

By McLean County Times | Apr 15, 2024

The Illinois Wesleyan University softball team achieved a clean sweep of the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin (CCIW) weekly awards on Monday, April 15. Sophomore Gianna Certa from Third Lake, Illinois, and junior Ava Khoury from Columbia, Illinois, were named the CCIW's Pitcher and Hitter of the Week, respectively. This marks Certa's second weekly honor this year and Khoury's first for the season, adding to her career total of three.

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OPINION: ON THE ISSUES: Buses & Trains & Government Bloat

By Carl J. Wenning | Apr 15, 2024

I recently drove north on US51 through downtown Bloomington. It was a sunny Tuesday afternoon. I was nearly pushed out of my lane by a giant Connect Transit bus that we all see lumbering around the Twin Cities. It took up so much of the path before me in preparation for a right turn that I had to hit my brakes to give it clearance. It wasn’t the driving that bothered me so much as the size of the bus and what it represented – government bloat.

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Illinois Wesleyan men's golf team tied for sixth at Cochran Collegiate

By McLean County Times | Apr 15, 2024

The Illinois Wesleyan University men's golf team is tied for sixth place after the first 36 holes at the Cochran Collegiate tournament. The Titans, currently ranked fourth, recorded scores of 307 and 297 on Monday, April 15, at the Colonial Country Club in Memphis, Tennessee.

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Nick Roper named MVP at Illinois Wesleyan men's basketball awards

By McLean County Times | Apr 15, 2024

Junior Nick Roper was named the Most Valuable Player for the Illinois Wesleyan University men's basketball team at their annual awards banquet on April 14. Head coach Ron Rose also awarded letters to 16 student-athletes during the event.

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Illinois Wesleyan hosts 13th Tommy Awards honoring student-athletes

By McLean County Times | Apr 15, 2024

The Illinois Wesleyan University hosted its 13th annual "Tommy Awards" on April 15 at the Shirk Center in Bloomington, Illinois. Sponsored by the IWU Student-Athlete Advisory Committee and State Farm Insurance, the event celebrated student-athletes across various categories.