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IB’s Josh Vaughn blossoms into one of the top pitchers in the state
GLASFORD, Ill. (WMBD/WYZZ) — He might look like he was born to pitch. And a 21-strikeout game would support that. But Josh Vaughn will tell you that hasn’t always been the case. “I wasn’t too good when I was younger. I progressed,” Vaughn said. “Around freshman year is when I started taking pitching seriously. When […]
Illini Bluffs softball team appears ready for another long state tourney run
PEORIA (25News Now) - The Illini Bluffs Tigers were state softball champs in 2021 and 2022 and state runners-up in 2023. This year’s Tigers are ready to make another state tourney run when regional play begins next week. You can watch 25News - any newscast, anywhere - streaming LIVE...
IDOT to begin bridge washing next week; drivers should expect delays around the area
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — The Illinois Department of Transportation announced that washing of several bridges in Peoria, Tazewell, Marshall and Fulton counties begins May 13. The following structures will be included in the work, which will occur in approximately the order in which they are listed:. Henry Bridge (Illinois...
Transition underway at Macomb City Hall
Macomb has a new Community Development Coordinator, though the previous person with the job has not left entirely. The position is now filled by Miranda Lambert, who had served as Transit Director. To make the transition go smoothly, previous CDC John Bannon will be paid an hourly rate to assist...
Softball Game Preview: Pekin Hits the Road
Pekin and Canton are an even 5-5 against one another since May of 2018, but likely not for long. The Pekin Dragons will head out on the road to take on the Canton Little Giants at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. The two teams have had a bumpy ride up to this point with four consecutive losses for Pekin and ten for Canton.
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