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News from August 2024

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1 gas station in cities throughout Livingston County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Aug. 17

By McLean County Times | Aug 23, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Livingston County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 17, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within McLean County in week ending Aug. 17?

By McLean County Times | Aug 23, 2024

The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout McLean County was found at three gas stations in the week ending Aug. 17, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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How many McLean County students failed their English exams in 2023?

By McLean County Times | Aug 23, 2024

Nearly 5 in 10 McLean County public students aren't at grade level based on their performance in the English portion of the 2023 SAT.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in McLean County in week ending Aug. 17?

By McLean County Times | Aug 22, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout McLean County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 17, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Illinois House Republicans champion legislation to support seniors

By McLean County Times | Aug 22, 2024

Illinois House Republicans are advancing legislative efforts to support the senior community. These initiatives aim to improve the lives of seniors across the state.

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1 gas station in cities throughout McLean County had the cheapest E85 gas in week ending Aug. 10

By McLean County Times | Aug 21, 2024

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout McLean County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 10, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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55.1% of Livingston County students failed their 2023 English exam

By McLean County Times | Aug 21, 2024

Nearly 6 in 10 Livingston County public students aren't at grade level based on their performance in the English portion of the 2023 SAT.

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North Central tops CCIW women’s soccer preseason poll for second consecutive year

By McLean County Times | Aug 21, 2024

The College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin (CCIW) has announced the results of its 2024 women's soccer preseason coaches poll. North Central College, which claimed both the regular season and tournament championships last year, was voted to lead the conference again. They received all eight possible first-place votes, accumulating a total of 64 points.

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Illinois State volleyball announces promotional schedule for fall season

By McLean County Times | Aug 21, 2024

NORMAL, Ill. - The Illinois State volleyball program has announced a series of promotions scheduled to take place at its matches inside CEFCU Arena this fall. The full schedule is available on the official website.

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Illinois' unique traits include personalized license plates and square dancing as official state dance

By McLean County Times | Aug 21, 2024

Every state, nation, and country in the world has its own set of things that make it unique, and Illinois is no exception.

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Illinois State volleyball ranked fourth; Shadewald earns preseason All-MVC honor

By McLean County Times | Aug 21, 2024

Illinois State volleyball has been selected fourth in the Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) preseason poll, and junior leftside Aida Shadewald has been named preseason All-MVC. The announcement was made by the conference office on Wednesday following a poll of the MVC's 12 head coaches.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in Livingston County in week ending Aug. 10?

By McLean County Times | Aug 20, 2024

The lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Livingston County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Aug. 10, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Illinois Wesleyan picked fourth in CCIW volleyball preseason poll

By McLean County Times | Aug 20, 2024

The College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin (CCIW) has released its Women's Volleyball Preseason Coaches Poll, with Illinois Wesleyan University (IWU) predicted to finish fourth in the league. The poll, unveiled on August 20, awarded IWU 47 points.

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Ava Watson named MVC Defensive Player of the Week

By McLean County Times | Aug 20, 2024

ST. LOUIS – Following a strong performance that helped the Redbirds go unbeaten in the opening week of the regular season, Illinois State sophomore Ava Watson was named Missouri Valley Conference Defensive Player of the Week, as announced by the league office Tuesday.

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296 lawyers in good standing in cities within McLean County as of July

By McLean County Times | Aug 20, 2024

Cities within McLean County recorded 296 lawyers in good standing to practice law as of July.

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Mike Eastman joins Illinois Wesleyan University's men's volleyball coaching staff

By McLean County Times | Aug 20, 2024

BLOOMINGTON, Ill. - Illinois Wesleyan University men's volleyball head coach Brandon Mueller announced the addition of Mike Eastman to the coaching staff on Wednesday, Aug. 20, ahead of the 2025 season. Eastman transitions into the assistant coaching position after concluding a notable career for the Green and White this past spring and began his role on Aug. 1.

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Illinois families seek ways to cut back-to-school expenses amid high inflation

By McLean County Times | Aug 20, 2024

With sky-high inflation still impacting hard-working Illinois families and the new school year set to begin, it’s important to consider ways to save money.

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Community supports 106th District's second annual school supply drive

By McLean County Times | Aug 19, 2024

This summer, the office conducted its second annual school supply drive to assist students in the 106th District in obtaining necessary supplies for the upcoming school year. The community responded positively.

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Titan Athletics offers all-access passes for new sports season

By McLean County Times | Aug 19, 2024

BLOOMINGTON, Ill. - With the 2024-25 athletic year in full swing, Titan Athletics All-Sports Passes are now available at the Shirk Center from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on weekdays and will also be sold at ticket windows before games.

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Kristen Gillespie signs contract extension with Illinois State through 2028

By McLean County Times | Aug 19, 2024

Illinois State women's basketball head coach Kristen Gillespie has signed a one-year contract extension to remain the Redbirds' head coach through the 2028-29 season, ISU Interim Director of Athletics Dr. Jeri Beggs announced Monday.