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The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Livingston County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 24, according to GasBuddy.com.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in McLean County in week ending Feb. 24?

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout McLean County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 24, according to GasBuddy.com.

The 2023-2024 schedule has been released for the Illinois State Redbirds team

They open the season at a neutral site in Florida.

State Representative Teaches Civics Classes at Watseka High School

State Representative recently took the opportunity to engage with high school students in Watseka, Iroquois County CUSD 9 – Watseka School District, by teaching two Civics classes. The Representative expressed, "One of my favorite aspects of being a State Representative is that I get to educate constituents of all ages." The visit to Watseka High School provided a platform for the students to enhance their understanding of civics.The State Representative shared, "On Monday, I was able to teach two Civics classes at Watseka High School, Iroquois County CUSD 9 – Watseka...

Citizens Rally Against Democrat Attempt to Force California Emissions Standards on Illinois Families

On February 27, 2024, a new Democrat legislation proposing that Illinois adhere to ultra-strict California vehicle emissions standards has sparked backlash among citizens and lawmakers. In a recent statement, "The Caucus Blog of the Illinois House Republicans" highlighted their efforts, stating, "House Republicans Working to Keep Radical California Emission Standards out of Illinois."The proposed legislation has raised concerns among various groups in Illinois, with critics arguing that adopting California's emission standards would negatively impact truckers, motorists,...

Did farm subsidies in cities associated with McLean County rise or fall in 2021?

Farms throughout cities in McLean County received $43.9 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

Illinois Wesleyan men's lacrosse hosts Benedictine for first home game

After two away games to begin the 2024 season, the Illinois Wesleyan University men's lacrosse team is preparing for their home opener against Benedictine University. The game is scheduled for Wednesday, February 28, at Tucci Stadium and will start at 7 p.m. This event follows a match featuring the IWU women's lacrosse team.

Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Central Township of Dawson: Precinct Dawson 01

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a McLean County Times analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 336 voters in Central Township of Dawson: Precinct Dawson 01 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

The 2023-2024 schedule has been released for the Heartland Hawks team

Heartland Hawks bring 31 players to the field.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Livingston County in week ending Feb. 24?

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Livingston County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 24, according to GasBuddy.com.

3rd largest nursing home in Livingston County as of Q4 2023

Goldwater Pontiac Nursing Home, the third largest nursing home in Livingston County, aided an average of 80.7 residents per day during the fourth quarter of 2023.

Local Government Officials Discuss Legislation with Representatives

In a recent meeting held on February 26, 2024, local government officials engaged in discussions with representatives on various legislative matters. The gathering included Village Presidents, Mayors, Administrators, and County Board Chairmen, where a range of bills and issues were addressed.Among the topics deliberated were several pieces of legislation, including House Bill 1634 concerning emissions on diesels, House Bill 3908 known as the Firefighter Paid Family Leave Act, House Bill 4422 focusing on local control of solar and wind projects, and House Bill 4423, also...

How did Central SE Township of Chenoa: Precinct Chenoa 01 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a McLean County Times analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 488 voters in Central SE Township of Chenoa: Precinct Chenoa 01 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Sunday, February 25: Hortonville High School standout Hannah Meshnick’s college team loses to Wichita State Shockers

The game took place in Fayetteville, Arkansas.

Corey Boyette and Nick Kolze, former Romeoville High School standouts, played on Sunday, February 25 in NJCAA game

The Heartland Hawks lost 4-1 in their NJCAA game against the South Arkansas Stars on Sunday, February 25.

On Sunday, February 25, former Rochester High School standout Marshall Ingold’s college team won in an NCAA Division III game

The Illinois Wesleyan Titans won 4-3 in their NCAA Division III game against the Central Dutch on Sunday, February 25.

Sunday, February 25: Quincy Notre Dame High School standout Michael Stupavsky’s college team wins to Central Dutch

The game took place in St. Louis, Missouri.

Cameron Mabee, former Great Oak High School standout, played on Sunday, February 25 in NCAA Division I game

The game took place in Little Rock, Arkansas.

Gallien Coupet and Waylon Deck, former Homewood-Flossmoor High School standouts, played on Sunday, February 25 in NJCAA game

The game took place in Poplarville, Mississippi.

Horlick High School standout TJ Williams’ college team lost in NJCAA game on Sunday, February 25