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Illinois State exits MVC tournament after semifinal loss to Evansville

By McLean County Times | May 25, 2024

Illinois State University's baseball team concluded its season with a 17-7 defeat against Evansville in the Missouri Valley Conference Tournament semifinals. The game took place on Saturday in Evansville, Indiana.

Illinois Wesleyan women's golf achieves historic finish at NCAA Championship

By McLean County Times | May 24, 2024

The Illinois Wesleyan University women's golf team achieved a significant milestone at the NCAA Division III National Championship, securing their highest finish since 2011. The Titans tied for sixth place at the tournament held at Keene Trace Golf Club in Nicholasville, Kentucky, on May 24, 2024. The team set a program record with a total score over four days.

General Assembly extends session amid unresolved issues

By McLean County Times | May 24, 2024

Today was to be the final scheduled day of the 2024 spring session of the General Assembly. It now appears that the session will extend for a couple more days as the budget is finalized. Members are expected to work late into the night in an effort to pass their bills before adjournment. Many issues remain unresolved in a rapidly changing environment, and a more comprehensive update will be provided next week.

Redbirds compete on third day of NCAA West Preliminary Round

By McLean County Times | May 24, 2024

Five Redbirds participated in the NCAA West Preliminary Round in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Senior Radoffa Braziel competed in the 400m dash, starting in lane two of the second heat. Braziel completed the race with a time of 46.33 seconds, securing the 20th position.

Democrats face potential delay in meeting self-imposed budget deadline

By McLean County Times | May 24, 2024

Democrats may miss their self-imposed budget deadline again this year. Republicans have once again been excluded from the process.

Evan Lowder advances to NCAA Division III track finals

By McLean County Times | May 24, 2024

Sophomore Evan Lowder from Illinois Wesleyan University secured a place in the NCAA Division III Track and Field National Championships 400-meter dash final. Competing on May 24, Lowder achieved the seventh-fastest time in the preliminary rounds.

Illinois State advances after defeating Southern Illinois in MVC Tournament

By McLean County Times | May 24, 2024

Illinois State University baseball team defeated Southern Illinois University with a decisive 14-4 victory during the Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) Tournament on Thursday at Charles H. Braun Stadium in Evansville, Indiana. This win allows the Redbirds to avoid elimination and advance to face the winner of the UIC/Evansville game on Saturday.

McLean County Unit School District 5 Parent Teacher Advisory Committee met May 21

By Corazon L. Gonzales | May 23, 2024

McLean County Unit School District 5 Parent Teacher Advisory Committee met 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 21.

Rep. Dennis Tipsword hosts I-CASH event to reunite residents with unclaimed funds

By McLean County Times | May 23, 2024

Rep. Dennis Tipsword is collaborating with the Illinois Treasurer’s Office in June to assist residents in identifying and reclaiming unclaimed cash held by the state. On June 4, Rep. Tipsword will host an I-CASH event at his district office in Pontiac, where staff from the Treasurer’s Office will be available to check unclaimed property records and help file claims.

Illinois Wesleyan seniors earn USILA All-American honorable mention

By McLean County Times | May 23, 2024

The Illinois Wesleyan University men's lacrosse team has seen two of its senior players, Gage Black and Michael Campagna, receive recognition as United States Intercollegiate Lacrosse Association Blatant Division III All-American Honorable Mentions. This announcement was made on Thursday morning, May 23.

Illinois Wesleyan ties for fifth entering final round at NCAA golf championship

By McLean County Times | May 23, 2024

The Illinois Wesleyan University women's golf team completed the second and third rounds of the NCAA Division III Women's Golf Championship on May 23 at Keene Trace Golf Club in Nicholasville, Kentucky. The Titans finished with a score of 300 on the par-72, 5846-yard course, placing them in a tie for fifth position.

Illinois State advances after defeating Belmont in MVC tournament

By McLean County Times | May 23, 2024

Illinois State University's baseball team emerged victorious against Belmont with a 6-4 win in the 2024 MVC Tournament at Charles H. Braun Stadium. This victory propels the Redbirds, now holding a 29-26 overall record, to face Southern Illinois later on Thursday.