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Illinois Wesleyan sweeps CCIW lacrosse player awards

By McLean County Times | Mar 25, 2025

The Illinois Wesleyan University women's lacrosse team achieved a significant milestone by sweeping the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin (CCIW) Player of the Week honors for the first time since March 19, 2024.

Timothy McHugh earns first CCIW offensive player of the week honor

By McLean County Times | Mar 25, 2025

Illinois Wesleyan University's men's lacrosse player, Timothy McHugh, has been recognized for his outstanding performance over the weekend.

Illinois State athletes honored for academic and athletic excellence

By McLean County Times | Mar 25, 2025

Illinois State University athletes Elyce Knudsen and Nevaeh Thomas have been recognized by the College Sports Communicators (CSC) for their academic and athletic achievements.

Illinois Wesleyan softball team prepares for doubleheader against Illinois College

By McLean County Times | Mar 25, 2025

The Illinois Wesleyan University softball team is set to face Illinois College in a doubleheader on Wednesday, March 26.

Illinois State secures victory over Iowa with final score of 10-8

By McLean County Times | Mar 25, 2025

Illinois State University secured a victory against the University of Iowa with a 10-8 win on Tuesday at Duffy Bass Field.

Illinois State extends women's basketball coach Kristen Gillespie's contract through 2030

By McLean County Times | Mar 25, 2025

Illinois State University has extended the contract of women's basketball coach Kristen Gillespie through the 2029-30 season.

Illinois State quartet earns CSC academic all-district honors

By McLean County Times | Mar 25, 2025

The Illinois State Redbirds have seen four of their basketball players recognized for their academic achievements.

Illinois Wesleyan basketball players earn academic honors

By McLean County Times | Mar 25, 2025

The Illinois Wesleyan University men's basketball team has achieved a significant academic milestone with four of its players earning spots on the College Sports Communicators Academic All-District team.

Democrats advance controversial homeschool bill amid strong opposition

By McLean County Times | Mar 25, 2025

Last week, Democrats moved forward with the Homeschool Act in the House Education Policy Committee.

City of Bloomington Township Board of Trustees met March 24

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Mar 25, 2025

City of Bloomington Township Board of Trustees met Monday, March 24

City of Bloomington City Council met March 24

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Mar 25, 2025

City of Bloomington City Council met Monday, March 24

Illinois Wesleyan women's lacrosse set to compete against DePauw

By McLean County Times | Mar 25, 2025

The Illinois Wesleyan University women's lacrosse team is set to play against DePauw University on Wednesday, March 26, at Reavis Stadium.

Illinois State Redbirds advance to CBI Championship after defeating UIW Cardinals

By McLean County Times | Mar 25, 2025

The Illinois State Redbirds have secured their place in the College Basketball Invitational Championship Game following a 78-73 victory over the UIW Cardinals.

Wilkerson leads Redbirds to victory over Bradley with decisive late-game double

By McLean County Times | Mar 25, 2025

Illinois State University emerged victorious in their I-74 rivalry matchup against Bradley University on Tuesday.

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Which former McLean County Times area high school standouts will be in action on Friday, March 28?

By McLean County Times | Mar 25, 2025

These former McLean County Times area high school standouts will be in action on Friday, March 28.

Jen Kuhn named CCIW hitter of the week for second time this season

By McLean County Times | Mar 24, 2025

For the second time this season, senior Jen Kuhn from Illinois Wesleyan University has been named the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin (CCIW) Hitter of the Week.