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News from August 2025

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Livingston County in week ending Aug. 23?

By E. C. Townsend | Aug 31, 2025

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Livingston County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 23, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Government-backed nonprofit McLean County Center for Human Services Inc. profiled

By J. V. Ramos | Aug 31, 2025

McLean County Center for Human Services Inc., a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive a $500,000 grant in FY2024, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 102-6 0698).

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in McLean County in week ending Aug. 23?

By E. C. Townsend | Aug 31, 2025

The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout McLean County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Aug. 23, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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McLean County Public Building Commission will meet September 2

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Aug 31, 2025

McLean County Public Building Commission will meet at 3 p.m. Tuesday, September 2

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Illinois Wesleyan men’s soccer wins over Centre College at JR Hoe Invitational

By McLean County Times | Aug 31, 2025

The Illinois Wesleyan University men's soccer team secured a 2-1 win over Centre College on Sunday, August 31, during the final day of the JR Hoe Invitational hosted by Spalding University in Louisville, Kentucky.

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Illinois State volleyball picked third in MVC preseason poll; two earn all-conference honors

By McLean County Times | Aug 31, 2025

The Illinois State volleyball team has been selected to finish third in the preseason Missouri Valley Coaches Poll, according to an announcement from St. Louis, Missouri.

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Illinois State soccer plays to 1-1 draw against Green Bay

By McLean County Times | Aug 31, 2025

Illinois State University's soccer team played to a 1-1 draw against Green Bay on Sunday at Festival Foods Field at Aldo Santaga Stadium.

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City of Bloomington Township Board of Trustees met July 22

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Aug 30, 2025

City of Bloomington Township Board of Trustees met Tuesday, July 22

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McLean County Board of Health and Public Safety Fund Advisory Committee met Aug. 27

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Aug 30, 2025

McLean County Board of Health and Public Safety Fund Advisory Committee met Wednesday, Aug. 27

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Illinois DOGE Profile: Bloomington-Normal YMCA

By J. V. Ramos | Aug 30, 2025

Bloomington-Normal YMCA, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive a $135,000 grant in FY2024, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 102-6 0698).

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Illinois Wesleyan women’s volleyball opens season undefeated at home tournament

By McLean County Times | Aug 30, 2025

The Illinois Wesleyan University women’s volleyball team began its season with a strong showing, securing straight-set victories over Greenville University and the University of Chicago during the final day of the IWU Tournament at Shirk Center in...

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Cheapest E15 gas in cities across McLean County in week ending Aug. 23

By E. C. Townsend | Aug 30, 2025

The only price of E15 gas in cities throughout McLean County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 23, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Illinois State falls to Oklahoma in football season opener before record crowd

By McLean County Times | Aug 30, 2025

Illinois State University’s football team began its 2025 season with a loss to the University of Oklahoma on Saturday night in Norman.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Livingston County in week ending Aug. 23?

By E. C. Townsend | Aug 29, 2025

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Livingston County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 23, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Illinois Wesleyan men’s golf starts season ranked fourth nationally

By McLean County Times | Aug 29, 2025

The Illinois Wesleyan University men's golf team has been ranked fourth in the nation in the first poll of the 2025-26 season, according to the Golf Coaches Association of America.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on E85 gas in cities in McLean County in week ending Aug. 23?

By E. C. Townsend | Aug 29, 2025

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout McLean County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 23, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Tipsword addresses district issues from infrastructure projects to taxes ahead of Labor Day

By McLean County Times | Aug 29, 2025

Work on the Illinois 89 bridge over the Illinois River south of Spring Valley will begin on Tuesday, September 2, according to the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT).

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Rep. Jason Bunting discusses electric bill increases and new direct college admissions program

By McLean County Times | Aug 29, 2025

Illinois State Representative Jason Bunting has provided an update on several issues affecting Illinois residents, including rising electric bills, a new college admissions program, and ongoing concerns about state pension liabilities.

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Illinois Wesleyan baseball opens registration for fall prospect ID camp

By McLean County Times | Aug 29, 2025

Registration is now open for the Illinois Wesleyan University Fall Prospect ID Camp, which will be held on Sunday, October 26, at Jack Horenberger Field in Bloomington.

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Illinois DOGE Deep Dive: Chestnut Health Systems

By J. V. Ramos | Aug 29, 2025

Chestnut Health Systems, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive a $250,000 grant in FY2024, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 102-6 0698).