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News from April 2024

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Aidan Healy earns CCIW Golfer of the Week after IC Invitational win

By McLean County Times | Apr 17, 2024

Aidan Healy, a sophomore at Illinois Wesleyan University, has been named the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin (CCIW) Golfer of the Week. The announcement was made on Wednesday, April 17, following his performance at the Illinois College Invitational. This marks Healy's first weekly league award and the seventh for the Titans this season.

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Maldonado and Hanson break records as Illinois Wesleyan defeats Elmhurst

By McLean County Times | Apr 17, 2024

A 10-point performance by senior Britney Maldonado led the Illinois Wesleyan University women's lacrosse team to a 16-6 victory over Elmhurst University on Wednesday night, April 17. The match saw Maldonado break the single-season points record just days after setting a new single-season assists record. Sophomore Devon Hanson also set a new program record for single-season caused turnovers, surpassing Dani Engelbreit's previous mark of 42 from the 2017 season.

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Illinois state secures victory over Lindenwood with strong performances

By McLean County Times | Apr 17, 2024

Illinois State University secured an 8-6 victory over Lindenwood in a baseball game held at Lou Brock Sports Complex on Wednesday. Redshirt junior Judah Morris and sophomore Daniel Pacella each contributed with home runs, helping the Redbirds improve their overall record to 19-15.

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Legislation Attacks Local Control of Residential Zoning

By McLean County Times | Apr 17, 2024

The Single-Family Zoning Ban Act has sparked controversy as it aims to limit the authority of local governments over residential zoning regulations. According to a report by The Caucus Blog, the proposed legislation is the second of its kind introduced during the spring session with the intention of giving the state more control over zoning decisions.The move has raised concerns among local officials and residents who fear that such measures could undermine the autonomy of municipalities in determining their own zoning policies. The push for greater state control over...

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Illinois Wesleyan triumphs over Wheaton College with decisive baseball victory

By McLean County Times | Apr 17, 2024

The Illinois Wesleyan University baseball team achieved a decisive victory over Wheaton College with a 9-1 win in a College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin matchup. The game took place on April 17 in Wheaton, Illinois, bringing the Titans' record to 20-9 overall and 9-3 in conference play. Meanwhile, the Thunder's record fell to 7-19 overall and 1-10 in the CCIW.

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Illinois State sweeps Bradley series in I-74 rivalry showdown

By McLean County Times | Apr 17, 2024

Illinois State University triumphed over their I-74 rival, Bradley, securing a series sweep on Wednesday night in Peoria. The Redbirds concluded the three-game series with an away victory after winning the doubleheader at home earlier this season. With this win, the team improved to a 17-26 overall record and 11-7 in conference play.

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Macy Ludwig earns CCIW Golfer of the Week after record-breaking performance

By McLean County Times | Apr 17, 2024

Macy Ludwig, a junior golfer from Illinois Wesleyan University, has been named the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin (CCIW) Golfer of the Week. This marks her first recognition this season and the third in her collegiate career. The announcement was made by the league office on Wednesday, April 17.

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Illinois State track & field splits squads for LSU Gold Alumni meet and Gibson Invitational

By McLean County Times | Apr 17, 2024

Illinois State University's track and field team will divide its athletes between two competitions this weekend. A group will travel to Baton Rouge, Louisiana, for the LSU Gold Alumni meet on April 20, while the rest will compete at the Gibson Invitational in Terre Haute, Indiana, starting April 18.

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$5 billion in unclaimed property waiting to be reunited with owners

By McLean County Times | Apr 17, 2024

Illinois State Treasurer’s Office has revealed that the state is currently holding over $5 billion in unclaimed property, with a strong desire to reunite it with its rightful owners. According to a recent announcement from the office, the unclaimed cash and property are part of the state’s I-Cash program, which safeguards various types of unclaimed assets.The State Treasurer’s Office stated, "The Illinois State Treasurer’s Office announced last week the state has more than $5 billion in unclaimed property and wants to reunite it with its owners." The program is designed...

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

By McLean County Times | Apr 17, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a McLean County Times analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 220 voters in Central Township of Long Point: Precinct Long Point cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Illinois Wesleyan set for doubleheader clash against North Central Cardinals

By McLean County Times | Apr 17, 2024

A four-game road stint will conclude for the Illinois Wesleyan University softball team as they face North Central College in a doubleheader on Thursday, April 18. The games are part of the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin, with the first pitch moved to 2 p.m. due to expected evening weather.

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2021-22 School Year: Average school administrator earns 116.3% more than teachers in Cornell Community Consolidated School District 426

By McLean County Times | Apr 16, 2024

The average school administrator’s salary in Cornell Community Consolidated School District 426 was $90,000 during the 2021-22 school year, while teaching salaries averaged $41,605, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Illinois 17th Congressional District canddiate: 'The most important job of any government is to keep its citizens safe and weak politicians like Eric Sorensen have failed to do that'

By McLean County Times | Apr 16, 2024

Judge Joe McGraw, a candidate for Illinois' 17th Congressional District, has vowed to restore law and order in a recent social media post. McGraw, set to challenge incumbent Democrat Eric Sorenson in the general election, shared an article from the Illinois Review on his Facebook page.

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1 gas station in cities throughout McLean County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Apr. 13

By McLean County Times | Apr 16, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout McLean County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 13, according to GasBuddy.com.

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

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 330 voters in Central Township of Newtown: Precinct Newtown cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Livingston County in week ending Apr. 13?

By McLean County Times | Apr 16, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas 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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How did Western Township of Dwight: Precinct Dwight 4 residents vote in 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 515 voters in Western Township of Dwight: Precinct Dwight 4 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Paul Meehan joins Illinois State as associate head coach

By McLean County Times | Apr 16, 2024

Illinois State University has announced the appointment of Paul Meehan as Associate Head Coach for its soccer program. Meehan will work alongside Head Coach Raleigh DeRose to lead the Redbird soccer team.

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Illinois Wesleyan ties for fifth at Cochran Collegiate golf tournament

By McLean County Times | Apr 16, 2024

The Illinois Wesleyan University men's golf team, ranked fourth nationally, tied for fifth place at the Cochran Collegiate held on April 16 at Colonial Country Club in Memphis, Tennessee. The team concluded the 54-hole event with a score of 906 on the par-72, 7037-yard course.

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Illinois State vs. Lindenwood baseball game postponed due to weather concerns

By McLean County Times | Apr 16, 2024

Illinois State's baseball game against Lindenwood, initially set for Tuesday, has been postponed due to anticipated weather conditions in Saint Charles. The game is now rescheduled for Wednesday, April 17, with a start time of 4:00 p.m.