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History Makers Gala honors 6 for community involvement
The 2023 class of McLean County History Makers shares one trait above all else: Above their selflessness, charitable giving and love of community, there is humility.
Mclean County United States Illinois State University New York Illinois Wesleyan University Karin Harris
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The Leadoff - Wednesday 5/31/23
WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Wednesday, May 31, 2023. You'll hear about a mentoring program for women to work alongside state lawmakers. Plus, an interview with McLean County History Makers Charles and Willie Halbert.
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WGLT's Sound Ideas - Tuesday 5/30/23
On today's episode, Bloomington deputy city manager Billy Tyus discusses concerns over wages for a proposed housing development, a McLean County group tries to include more fathers in programs that serve children and families, plus a profile of McLean County History Makers Charles and Willie Halbert.
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Charles and Willie Halbert are dedicated to a safer, more equitable Bloomington-Normal
2023 McLean County History Makers Willie and Charles Halbert were selected for their social justice activism and tireless advocacy for equity and inclusion.
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Announcing the 2023 McLean County History Makers
The community-sourced History Makers award honors lifelong McLean County servants. This year's winners are Garlic Press owner Dotti Bushnell, retired educators Mary and Hank Campbell, Lincoln historian Guy Fraker and community activists Charles and Willie Halbert.
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