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Monmouth College’s Tyla Mattson Wins Elite 20 Award at MWC Volleyball Tournament

MONMOUTH, ILL. (11/10/2026) Monmouth College junior Tyla Mattson (Morton, Illinois) was honored with the Elite 20 Award for volleyball before the Fighting Scots Midwest Conference tournament game against Illinois College on Tuesday. This is Monmouth’s first Elite 20 Award in volleyball since Karlie Drish won in 2021. Each year,...

Monmouth, IL · 1d

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Redbirds remain perfect: Mporokoso’s shooting burns Green Bay

A red-hot 14-0 run in the first quarter gave Illinois State women’s basketball a 10-point lead as it defeated mid-major powerhouse Wisconsin-Green Bay 75-66 Wednesday night at CEFCU Arena. “I told our team before we went out, I said, ‘Win or lose, we play Saturday,” head coach Kristen Gillespie...

Normal, IL · 1d

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Normal West MMA club builds character and community from the ground up

While most high schoolers are still asleep at 5 a.m., a dedicated group of students are already hard at work. Created in 2021, the Normal West MMA club offers students an intensive mix of combat sports, physical conditioning, and invaluable life lessons. The club is led by veteran English teacher,...

Normal, IL · 2d

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Uptown Normal underpass project makes progress

The $40 million Underpass project in Uptown Normal, which began on September 30, 2025, is continuing its utility relocation phase and is scheduled for completion in the summer of 2028.

Normal, IL · 13h

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Developer Hoping to Purchase Bloomington Mall Hires VP

The company that is proposing to buy Eastland Mall in Bloomington, raze it and build outdoor shopping has hired a new development vice president. The deal to buy the 53-acre site for more than $11 million is subject to approval by Bloomington city officials but has not drawn opposition. The...

Bloomington, IL · 1d

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Key Road Contest At No. 3 Youngstown State Up Next For No. 15 Illinois State

Last: YSU won 40-35 (Oct. 18, 2025) Listen: WJBC 1230 AM / 102.1 FM / 98.9 FM WJEZ/ The Varsity Network. With just two games left in the regular season, every game counts that much more for No. 15/17 Illinois State as the Redbirds will look to pick up their eighth win of the season and bolster their playoff chances on Saturday when they travel to take on No. 3 Youngstown State and last year's Walter Payton Award winner Beau Brungard at the Ice Castle.

Normal, IL · 1d

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I-S-U Hockey Team

The D3 Illinois State hockey team are at the mid point of their season. i-s-u hockey is one of the oldest clubs in school history… founded in 1969 the team looks to return to glory by winning a championship. with the last tittle being won in 1978. TV-10s davion...

Normal, IL · 1d

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Illinois Passes Law Limiting E-Bikes

The state of Illinois has passed a new law limiting where E-Bikes can be driven. This new legislation comes as accidents involving the increasingly popular vehicle including two in Bloomington-Normal. It states that bikes that can go above 15 miles per hour are prohibited from being used on sidewalks. Usage on shared pathways, such as the Constitution Trail, is up to local government.

Illinois · 15h

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Football Readies for Regular Season Finale at No. 4 NCC

BLOOMINGTON, Ill. - Nearly one year to the day from seeing its season end at Benedetti-Wehrli Stadium, the Illinois Wesleyan University football team will return to Naperville, Ill. for its regular season finale against fourth-ranked North Central College. The game, which carries significant postseason implications for both squads, is slated for a noon kickoff.

Bloomington, IL · 1d

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Infrastructure Work on Alexander Street Slowly Making Progress

Infrastructure issues on Alexander Street in Clinton over the years have prompted extensive work on the east side of town. Residents utilizing Alexander Street near the area of the YMCA have likely noticed the extensive work being done along the road. Public Works Director Steve Lobb says the water main along that part of town has been problematic in recent years – particularly this past year.

Clinton, IL · 1d

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Men’s Basketball Adds Johnny Lackaff for 2027-28

NORMAL, Ill. – Illinois State men's basketball coach Ryan Pedon has announced the signing of 6-3 point guard Johnny Lackaff to a Financial Aid Agreement (formerly known as National Letters of Intent) and will begin his college basketball career for the 2027-28 season. "We are extremely excited to welcome...

Normal, IL · 1d

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Employer-provided healthcare plans are critical for workers, but keep getting more expensive

Employees all over McLean County are entering open enrollment season — and are likely suffering from some sticker shock as their health insurance premiums increase by an average of 8% for next year. McLean County employers say they know how critical health insurance is to hiring and keeping workers, but struggle to absorb the associated increased costs.

Mclean County, IL · 2d

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New Marigold Meadows opens to everyone in Pekin

The Pekin Country Club opened to the public on November 8 and was renamed Marigold Meadows to increase inclusivity and accessibility for golfers.

Pekin, IL · 3d

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Holiday Family Fun Guide Presented by McLean County Museum of History

Looking for the best Winter events and holiday fun in McLean County for 2026? We've got you covered! From dazzling light displays and Santa visits to holiday parades, tree lightings, festive markets, and free family activities, there's plenty to celebrate this season. Macaroni KID Bloomington-Normal is your guide to Christmas...

Mclean County, IL · 1d

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Redbird Baseball Adds Four Signees in 2027 Class

NORMAL, Ill. – Illinois State head coach Steve Holm and his staff have announced their 2027 signing class. The class of 2027 consists of four new Redbirds who have officially signed their scholarship agreements, continuing their athletic and academic careers at Illinois State University. Incoming Redbirds include Brandon Beasley...

Normal, IL · 1d

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More than a class: the impact of the vet science course at Normal West

In vet science, curriculum ranges from the nature of animal healthcare, to the welfare of animals rights. For Normal West’s vet science class, there is even some real world experiences. On ‘Whisker Wednesdays’, as they are called, LBS1 teacher Melanie Nemtusiak brings cats from Grafelman Farms Rescue, a small...

Normal, IL · 1d

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North Dakota State Hosts Illinois State on Friday

North Dakota State Bison (1-3) host Illinois State Redbirds (1-2) Friday at 8 p.m. EST in Fargo. The post North Dakota State Hosts Illinois State on Friday appeared first on Ball Exclusives .

Fargo, ND · 1d

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Rep. Sharon Chung hopes a new Illinois House speaker and IG will better address harassment claims

A state lawmaker from Bloomington who helped stage a coup of the Illinois House speaker is hopeful his removal, along with a new legislative inspector general, will lead to substantive changes in the way harassment and abuse allegations are handled in state government. State Rep. Sharon Chung of Bloomington was...

Illinois · 2d

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Heartland Community College receives state grant for mental health services

Heartland Community College has been awarded almost $100,000 from a statewide grant program aimed at improving mental health support systems at Illinois community colleges. The Illinois Community College Board's FY27 College Student Mental Health & Success Initiative Grant totals $99,778. The investment in Heartland students' mental health will fund free...

Lincoln, IL · 1d

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The Weekender: November 13-15

Celebrate flauta Friday, Maize on Neil, 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., $10. It’s flauta Friday, or at least I’m saying it should be. This town has a lot of good flautas, and my favorites are the potato and queso ones at Maize. It’s one of four kinds of flautas at The Station and the new Neil Street location, and practically there’s no excuse not to get crunchin’ on Maize’s deep-fried handmade corn tortillas every Friday. (AB)

Champaign, IL · 23h