Quantcast

McLean County Times

Thursday, April 3, 2025

News from March 2025

Medium 1000015285

Illinois State golfers remain fourth at 2025 More Than Golf Invitational

By McLean County Times | Mar 29, 2025

The Illinois State women's golf team secured their position in fourth place during the second round of the 2025 More Than Golf Invitational.

Medium 1000015285

Illinois State women’s tennis secures 6-1 victory over UNI Panthers

By McLean County Times | Mar 29, 2025

The Illinois State women's tennis team achieved a decisive victory over the UNI Panthers with a score of 6-1.

Medium 1000015247

Illinois Wesleyan track teams end two-meet weekend with strong performances

By McLean County Times | Mar 29, 2025

The Illinois Wesleyan University men's and women's track and field teams wrapped up a competitive two-meet weekend, participating in the Redbird Challenge in Normal, Illinois, and the Big Blue Alumni Invite in Decatur, Illinois, on March 29.

Medium mj0x6z1f0o7syk1gbg1jwc4b83ar

Illinois Wesleyan softball team secures two victories amid weather delays

By McLean County Times | Mar 29, 2025

The Illinois Wesleyan University softball team achieved victories over Wartburg College and DePauw University amid challenging conditions on Saturday, March 29, at Inspiration Field in Bloomington, Illinois.

Medium qrzduh5z7u98ukubw4z3cu7iw2sj

McLean County Consolidated Election Day is coming up on April 1

By McLean County Times | Mar 28, 2025

Municipal officials in McLean County — including mayors, village board members, and school board members — are on the ballot on April 1, the first Tuesday in April.

Medium f3m6qzao7nptns8sz5c3a3jy2cdl

IDOT announces $7.2 Million road project on Route 116 in Pontiac

By McLean County Times | Mar 28, 2025

The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has initiated a road construction project on Route 116 through Pontiac.

Medium f3m6qzao7nptns8sz5c3a3jy2cdl

Illinois grapples with spending forecasts and legislative measures on multiple fronts

By McLean County Times | Mar 28, 2025

Earlier this week, a rally took place in Springfield at the State Capitol centered around the issue of abortion rights.

Medium 1000015305

Illinois State women's basketball advances to WNIT Great 8

By McLean County Times | Mar 28, 2025

Illinois State University's women's basketball team triumphed over Abilene Christian with a score of 78-68 at the Shirk Center, thus securing a spot in the WNIT Great 8.

Medium 1000015245

Women's tennis reschedules match against Loras College to Sunday

By McLean County Times | Mar 28, 2025

Due to anticipated weather conditions, the Illinois Wesleyan University women's tennis team has rescheduled its match against Loras College to Sunday, March 30.

Medium 1000015265

Illinois Wesleyan to host softball tournament with three visiting teams

By McLean County Times | Mar 28, 2025

Illinois Wesleyan University will host a softball tournament at Inspiration Field, Carol Willis Park, on March 29-30.

Medium 1000015287

Illinois State softball sweeps doubleheader against UIC with grand slams

By McLean County Times | Mar 28, 2025

Illinois State University's softball team clinched a doubleheader victory against UIC at Marian Kneer Stadium in Normal, Illinois.

Medium 460tqa4mi2qr2uu37ezl5aceavx3

Illinois Wesleyan University's lacrosse team to play at home after away game stretch

By McLean County Times | Mar 28, 2025

The Illinois Wesleyan University women's lacrosse team is scheduled to face the College of Wooster on March 29, marking their return to Tucci Stadium after a series of five away games.

Medium mhozgb0extce9rc67ez9g5suij48

Rep. Bunting addresses gun laws and legislative processes in update

By McLean County Times | Mar 28, 2025

Illinois State Representative Bunting recently provided an update on several legislative matters, highlighting efforts to challenge stringent gun laws, address gerrymandering through legal avenues, and criticize the legislative process in the...

Medium hvzpgk99htn29liislzica75nc4p

Illinois State in fourth place after first round of More Than Golf Invitational

By McLean County Times | Mar 28, 2025

Mar 28, 2025 AIKEN, S.C. – Led by Morgan Jones, the Illinois State women's golf team is in fourth place after the first round of the 2025 More Than Golf Invitational.

Medium 1000015246

Illinois Wesleyan athletes shine at the Redbird Challenge's hammer throw event

By McLean County Times | Mar 28, 2025

Wind gusts reaching 40 mph did not deter the Illinois Wesleyan University (IWU) track and field athletes at the Redbird Challenge hosted by Illinois State University.

Medium 1000015223

Illinois Wesleyan baseball narrowly defeated by North Park; sets sights on upcoming rematch

By McLean County Times | Mar 28, 2025

Illinois Wesleyan University's baseball team faced North Park University, resulting in a 15-10 defeat despite a spirited comeback attempt.

Medium 1evewouchrxw8t2nqodc8iw198of

Illinois State track and field team closes four meets with notable performances

By McLean County Times | Mar 28, 2025

The Illinois State track & field program concluded its participation in four events on Friday.

Medium 1000015287

Illinois State's Redbirds excel in academics and athletics with 11 MVC awards

By McLean County Times | Mar 28, 2025

Illinois State University's swimming and diving team had 11 of its athletes named to the 2025 MVC Scholar-Athlete team.

Medium 1000015291

Murray State triumphs over Illinois State Redbirds 19-8 in series opener

By McLean County Times | Mar 28, 2025

Illinois State University's baseball team faced Murray State in the series opener at Duffy Bass Field, resulting in a 19-8 loss.

Medium 1000015232

IWU men's lacrosse to face Adrian College during St. Jude weekend

By McLean County Times | Mar 28, 2025

After three consecutive away games, the Illinois Wesleyan University men's lacrosse team is set to play Adrian College at Tucci Stadium on Saturday, March 29, as part of the university's St. Jude weekend event.