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News from June 2024

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Tips for staying safe during extreme heat wave in Illinois

By McLean County Times | Jun 18, 2024

High temperatures are expected across Illinois for the rest of the week. Here are a few tips to keep in mind to stay safe in extreme heat:

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Illinois residents advised on how to stay safe during extreme heat

By McLean County Times | Jun 18, 2024

High temperatures are expected across Illinois throughout the week. Authorities have issued several guidelines to help residents stay safe during the extreme heat.

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Illinois Wesleyan University lacrosse players earn IMLCA Division III regional honors

By McLean County Times | Jun 18, 2024

Four players from Illinois Wesleyan University's men's lacrosse team have been recognized as Intercollegiate Men's Lacrosse Coaches Association Division III All-Region 5 honorees. The announcement was made on Monday, June 17.

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Illinois Wesleyan athletes earn CSC Academic All-District honors

By McLean County Times | Jun 18, 2024

The Illinois Wesleyan University men's and women's cross country and track and field teams have been recognized for their academic achievements. Eight athletes from the teams were named to the College Sports Communicators (CSC) Academic All-District Teams, as announced on June 18. The women's team had five honorees, while the men's team had three.

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How many times were students suspended or expelled in Dwight Township High School District 230 in 2021-22 school year?

By McLean County Times | Jun 17, 2024

There were 41 students suspended in Dwight Township High School District 230 in a single school year according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Livingston County in week ending June 15?

By McLean County Times | Jun 17, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Livingston County was found at two gas stations in the week ending June 15, according to GasBuddy.com.

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OPINION: On the Issues: Paradoxical Support for the Democrat Party (Part 2)

By Carl J. Wenning | Jun 17, 2024

In my last On the Issues op-ed (Paradoxical Support for the Democrat Party – Part 1), I noted that many aspects of the Democrat Party platform are at odds with the values of the conventional Christian community. In Part 2 of this essay, I’ll address why I believe it is that some liberal Christians hold progressive positions on specific issues despite the apparent contradiction with traditional conservative Christian beliefs.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in McLean County in week ending June 15?

By McLean County Times | Jun 16, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout McLean County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 15, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Students suspended or expelled 19 times in a single school year in Dwight Common School District 232

By McLean County Times | Jun 16, 2024

There were 19 students suspended in Dwight Common School District 232 in a single school year according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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Week ending June 8: Livingston County home sales

By McLean County Times | Jun 15, 2024

There were two reported residential sales in Livingston County in the week ending June 8, according to BlockShopper.com.

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Weekly recap, week ending June 8 home sales in McLean County

By McLean County Times | Jun 15, 2024

There were 41 reported residential sales in McLean County in the week ending June 8, according to BlockShopper.com.

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McLean County Times area weekly mass times

By McLean County Times | Jun 15, 2024

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

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2 gas stations in cities throughout Livingston County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending June 8

By McLean County Times | Jun 14, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Livingston County was found at two gas stations in the week ending June 8, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Illinois reports revenue shortfall amid optimistic budget projections

By McLean County Times | Jun 14, 2024

As FY24 Nears End, Revenues Fall Short of Last Year’s Numbers

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Taylor and Klink compete at USATF U20 Championships

By McLean County Times | Jun 14, 2024

Illinois State University track and field athletes Garrett Taylor and Jacob Klink competed at the USATF U20 Championships held at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon. The freshmen showcased their skills among some of the nation's top young throwers.

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Illinois signs largest spending bill amid ongoing fiscal challenges

By McLean County Times | Jun 14, 2024

The Governor has signed a $53.1 billion spending bill into law, marking the largest budget in Illinois history. This year’s budget exceeds last year's by $2.6 billion and necessitated a $1 billion tax increase. In 2020, the state budget was $40 billion.

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Weisbecker Athletic Fund Golf Classic returns in July

By McLean County Times | Jun 14, 2024

Illinois State Athletics is set to host the second annual Weisbecker Athletic Fund Golf Classic on July 26 at Weibring Golf Club. The event, sponsored by First Site Apartments, aims to support Redbird Athletic Scholarships, benefiting over 450 Illinois State student-athletes both academically and athletically.

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Ali Schrock prepares for competition at Redbird Championship

By McLean County Times | Jun 14, 2024

Recent Illinois State graduate Ali Schrock is preparing to compete in the upcoming ANNIKA WAPT Redbird Championship. The event, hosted at Weibring Golf Club from June 18-20, is part of the ANNIKA Women's All Pro Tour (WAPT). The top two players will gain entry into the Wildhorse Ladies Golf Classic on the LPGA Epson Tour.

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Illinois State House District 88 candidate: 'It is a joy to see so many flags displayed throughout the 88th district'

By McLean County Times | Jun 14, 2024

Illinois State House District 88 candidate Regan Deering expressed her appreciation for the display of flags throughout the district. "It is a joy to see so many flags displayed throughout the 88th district," Deering stated in a Facebook post on June 8.

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Cheapest E85 gas in cities across Livingston County in week ending June 8

By McLean County Times | Jun 13, 2024

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Livingston County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 8, according to GasBuddy.com.