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News from March 2024

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Illinois Wesleyan set to face Albion in men's lacrosse nonconference match

By McLean County Times | Mar 21, 2024

The Illinois Wesleyan University men's lacrosse team is preparing for a nonconference game against Albion College in Michigan. The match is scheduled for Saturday, March 23, at 12 p.m. ET at Albion's Alumni Field.

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How did Western City of Bloomington: Precinct City Of Bloomington 7 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By McLean County Times | Mar 21, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a McLean County Times analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 582 voters in Western City of Bloomington: Precinct City Of Bloomington 7 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Heyworth Community Unit School District 4 administrators rank 172nd in state for average pay in 2022

By McLean County Times | Mar 20, 2024

Administrators in Heyworth Community Unit School District 4 earn an average of $124,507 per year, ranking 172nd in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Central NE City of Bloomington: Precinct City Of Bloomington 30

By McLean County Times | Mar 20, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a McLean County Times analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 387 voters in Central NE City of Bloomington: Precinct City Of Bloomington 30 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Central NE City of Bloomington: Precinct City Of Bloomington 49

By McLean County Times | Mar 20, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a McLean County Times analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 580 voters in Central NE City of Bloomington: Precinct City Of Bloomington 49 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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OPINION: On the Issues: Stand Firm or Compromise?

By Carl Wenning | Mar 20, 2024

Now that the Illinois primary election has come and gone, it’s time to focus on the November general election.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Livingston County in week ending Mar. 16?

By McLean County Times | Mar 20, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Livingston County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 16, according to GasBuddy.com.

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How did Western City of Bloomington: Precinct City Of Bloomington 35 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By McLean County Times | Mar 20, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a McLean County Times analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 977 voters in Western City of Bloomington: Precinct City Of Bloomington 35 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Illinois Wesleyan softball prepares for home opener against Monmouth

By McLean County Times | Mar 20, 2024

The Illinois Wesleyan University softball team is set to face Monmouth College on Thursday, March 21, marking their home opener at the newly renovated Inspiration Field. The Titans aim to extend their four-game winning streak with the first pitch scheduled for 3 p.m.

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Illinois Wesleyan men's volleyball team defeated by Loras College

By McLean County Times | Mar 20, 2024

The Illinois Wesleyan University men's volleyball team faced a challenging match against the fourth-ranked Loras College, resulting in a loss on Wednesday night. The match took place in Dubuque, Iowa, as part of the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin (CCIW) competition. With this defeat, Illinois Wesleyan's record fell to 10-11 overall and 1-5 within the conference. The Titans lost by set scores of 25-15, 25-22, and 25-16. Meanwhile, Loras College improved its impressive record to 19-0 overall and 6-0 in league standings.

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Illinois Wesleyan women’s lacrosse secures historic victory against Calvin

By McLean County Times | Mar 20, 2024

The Illinois Wesleyan University women's lacrosse team achieved a milestone by securing the program's 100th victory with a narrow win over Calvin University. The match, held at Tucci Stadium on March 20, saw IWU triumph with a score of 14-12, extending their winning streak to four games and improving their overall record to 5-2. Meanwhile, Calvin's record fell to 3-6.

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Illinois Wesleyan men's golf team starts spring season at Jekyll Island

By McLean County Times | Mar 20, 2024

The Illinois Wesleyan University men's golf team is set to begin their spring season at the Jekyll Island Collegiate in St. Simons Island, Georgia. The tournament will take place from March 22 to March 24 and is hosted by Oglethorpe University at the King and Prince Golf Course.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Livingston County had the cheapest e85 gas in week ending Mar. 16

By McLean County Times | Mar 19, 2024

The only price of e85 gas in cities throughout Livingston County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 16, according to GasBuddy.com.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Livingston County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Mar. 16

By McLean County Times | Mar 19, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Livingston County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 16, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Analysis: Odell Community Consolidated School District 435 administrators rank 53rd in state for average pay in 2022

By McLean County Times | Mar 19, 2024

Administrators in Odell Community Consolidated School District 435 earn an average of $144,094 per year, ranking 53rd in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Illinois Wesleyan lacrosse players earn CCIW honors for third consecutive week

By McLean County Times | Mar 19, 2024

The Illinois Wesleyan University women's lacrosse team has once again secured both College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Player of the Week awards. This marks the third consecutive week that two players from the team have received this recognition.

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Illinois Wesleyan faces unbeaten Loras in crucial CCIW volleyball matchup

By McLean County Times | Mar 19, 2024

The Illinois Wesleyan University men's volleyball team is set to face Loras College in a College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin (CCIW) match on Wednesday, March 20. The game will take place at the Lillis Athletic & Wellness Center, which is also the venue for the 2024 NCAA Division III Men's Volleyball National Championship.

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Britney Maldonado earns IWLCA Co-Offensive Player of the Week

By McLean County Times | Mar 19, 2024

After an impressive performance, senior Britney Maldonado from Hoffman Estates, Illinois, has been named the Intercollegiate Women's Lacrosse Coaches Association (IWLCA) Co-Offensive Player of the Week. The announcement was made by the organization on Tuesday, March 19. Maldonado shares this honor with Mary Manzsche from Salisbury University. Additionally, Salisbury's Natalie Held received the defensive accolade.

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Make Your Voice Heard: Primary Election Day in Illinois

By McLean County Times | Mar 19, 2024

Today is Primary Election Day in Illinois, as highlighted by The Caucus Blog, emphasizing the significance of the day. Voters in the state have the chance to participate in a variety of important races, ranging from presidential nominees to local government offices.The Caucus Blog states, "Today is Primary Election Day in Illinois." This statement serves as a reminder to all eligible voters in the state to exercise their right to vote and have a say in shaping the future of their community and country.Furthermore, The Caucus Blog notes, "Voters will not only have an...

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National Ag Day Celebrates American Agriculture's Abundance

By McLean County Times | Mar 19, 2024

National Ag Day is a time when producers, agricultural associations, corporations, universities, government agencies, and countless others across America gather to recognize and celebrate the abundance provided by American Agriculture. As the world population soars, there is even greater demand for the food, fiber, and renewable resources produced in the United States.Illinois is the #1 soybean producing state in the country, with 15% of ALL U.S. Soybeans being produced right there. Additionally, Illinois is the #2 corn producing state in the nation, with 13% of the...