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News from April 2024

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Illinois Wesleyan men's tennis team falls to Carthage College

By McLean County Times | Apr 20, 2024

The Illinois Wesleyan University men's tennis team concluded its weekend matches in Wisconsin with a 9-0 loss to Carthage College on Saturday, April 20. This defeat leaves IWU with a record of 9-8 overall and 2-4 in the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin (CCIW), while Carthage improves to 20-4 overall and 4-1 in the conference.

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McLean County Times area weekly mass times

By McLean County Times | Apr 20, 2024

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

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Illinois Wesleyan secures crucial lacrosse victory over Elmhurst on senior day

By McLean County Times | Apr 20, 2024

After a competitive match, the Illinois Wesleyan University men's lacrosse team emerged victorious over Elmhurst University with a 15-13 win. This victory, achieved on senior day, ensures that the Titans remain undefeated in the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin (CCIW) and clinch at least a share of the CCIW Regular Season Championship title. The Titans' record now stands at 10-3 overall and 4-0 in conference play, while Elmhurst's record is also 10-3 but 2-1 in the CCIW.

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Illinois Wesleyan concludes strong performance at Meet of Champions

By McLean County Times | Apr 20, 2024

The Illinois Wesleyan University men's and women's track and field teams participated in the Meet of Champions, hosted by Augustana College in Rock Island, Illinois. The event took place on Saturday, April 20, 2024, where both IWU programs secured a 10th place finish among 24 teams. The women's team scored 45 points while the men's team accumulated 44.5 points. Washington University in St. Louis claimed victory for both men’s and women’s categories with scores of 196.5 and 127 points respectively.

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

By McLean County Times | Apr 19, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a McLean County Times analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 109 voters in Central Township of Union: Precinct Union cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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

By McLean County Times | Apr 19, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a McLean County Times analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 156 voters in Central Township of Esmen: Precinct Esmen 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 19, 2024

The only price of e85 gas in cities throughout Livingston County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 13, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Who voted in Eastern City of Pontiac: Precinct Pontiac 6 during 2020 Presidential Election?

By McLean County Times | Apr 19, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a McLean County Times analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 516 voters in Eastern City of Pontiac: Precinct Pontiac 6 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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2021-22 School Year: Average school administrator earns 59.3% more than teachers in Saunemin Community Consolidated School District 438

By McLean County Times | Apr 19, 2024

The average school administrator’s salary in Saunemin Community Consolidated School District 438 was $80,232 during the 2021-22 school year, while teaching salaries averaged $50,360, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Illinois Wesleyan splits doubleheader against North Central College

By McLean County Times | Apr 19, 2024

Playing its first two games of a six-game stretch, the Illinois Wesleyan University softball team split a doubleheader at North Central College on Friday, April 19. In the first game, IWU defeated NCC with a score of 2-0. However, in the second game, IWU was unable to maintain their momentum and lost 4-0. Following these matches, Illinois Wesleyan's record stands at 17-8 overall and 4-2 in the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin. Meanwhile, North Central College improved to a record of 20-6 overall and 5-3 in the league.

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Illinois State men's tennis ends season in Summit League semifinals

By McLean County Times | Apr 19, 2024

The Illinois State men's tennis team concluded its 2024 season on Friday night after a 4-0 defeat to Drake University in the semifinals of the Summit League Championship. The event took place at the Roger Knapp Tennis Center.

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Illinois State prepares for Senior Day match against Missouri State

By McLean County Times | Apr 19, 2024

The Illinois State Redbirds are set to conclude their 2024 Missouri Valley Conference regular season with a match against Missouri State this Sunday. The event will take place at Noon at the Gregory Street Courts in Normal, or indoors at the Evergreen Racquet Club in Bloomington if weather conditions require it. This final home game will also serve as Senior Day, honoring Tijana Zlatanovic and Othila Brodin for their contributions to the team.

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McLean County Republicans Elect New Officers, Amend Bylaws

By Press Release | Apr 19, 2024

The McLean County Republican Central Committee convened in its biennial County Convention on Wednesday, April 17, to elect officers and Executive Board members and amend the organization’s bylaws, marking a significant moment in local governance. The Committee – consisting of all elected Republican precinct committeepersons in McLean County – undertook a series of decisions aimed at fortifying the group’s structure and advancing its mission to serve the community.

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Illinois State competes on day one at Gibson Invitational

By McLean County Times | Apr 19, 2024

Illinois State University's track and field team participated in the first day of the Gibson Invitational in Terre Haute, Indiana. This event serves as a precursor to the upcoming Missouri Valley Conference Championships.

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Illinois Wesleyan leads men's golf tournament after first day in Decatur

By McLean County Times | Apr 19, 2024

The Illinois Wesleyan University men's golf team is currently leading the Take Back the Challenge tournament, hosted by Millikin University in Decatur, Illinois. After 18 holes, the team holds a two-stroke advantage with a score of one-under 287 on the par-72, 7174-yard Red Tail Run Black Course.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Livingston County had the cheapest e15 gas in week ending Apr. 13

By McLean County Times | Apr 19, 2024

The only price of e15 gas in cities throughout Livingston County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 13, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Illinois Wesleyan leads after first day at UW-Whitewater Spring Fling

By McLean County Times | Apr 19, 2024

The Illinois Wesleyan University women's golf team has taken the lead after the first round of the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Spring Fling. Competing at Riverside Golf Course, the team managed a score of 317 on Friday, April 19.

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Illinois Wesleyan prepares to host Elmhurst for senior day lacrosse showdown

By McLean County Times | Apr 19, 2024

The Illinois Wesleyan University men's lacrosse team is preparing to face Elmhurst University in a significant match on Saturday, April 20. The game will take place at Tucci Stadium and serves as the Titans' senior day event. Both teams remain undefeated in the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin play, with IWU holding a 9-3 overall record and 3-0 in conference, while Elmhurst stands at 10-2 overall and 2-0 in conference.

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Pacella's walk-off homer lifts Illinois state over Indiana state

By McLean County Times | Apr 19, 2024

Sophomore Daniel Pacella's walk-off home run secured a 4-3 victory for Illinois State over Indiana State in their series opener at Duffy Bass Field. The Redbirds, now with a record of 20-15 overall and 8-5 in the MVC, triumphed after Pacella hit his eighth home run of the season in the bottom of the ninth inning.

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Illinois Wesleyan faces Carthage College after recent victory over Wheaton

By McLean County Times | Apr 19, 2024

After a road victory, the Illinois Wesleyan University baseball team is set to continue its College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin (CCIW) journey against Carthage College. The Titans will head to Kenosha, Wisconsin for a Sunday game on April 21 at 1 p.m. Currently, IWU holds a 20-9 overall record and stands at 9-3 in conference play. Carthage prepares for two games against North Park before facing IWU, with an overall record of 18-8 and a CCIW record of 6-4.