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Money could have been spent more wisely
(Letter to the Editor ~ 04/07/13)
To the Editor: Well Brazil, you did it again. All the money spent on the old reservoir at Craig Park would have fixed a lot of streets and storm sewers, which need to be fixed all over town and I think we should be compensated for all we went through when we had to leave Lambert Street like $10,000...
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American Legion Post 2 thanks community
(Letter to the Editor ~ 04/07/13)
To the Editor: We would like to take this opportunity to thank all of the merchants and individuals who gave donations to the funds for the American Legion Easter Egg Hunt. Due to the generosity of many wonderful people, we were able to give away eight bicycles, balls and cash prizes...
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Reader offers opinion on welfare
(Letter to the Editor ~ 04/07/13)
To the Editor: It is so sad that seniors -- disabled and Veterans -- always seem to be the first to take a hit on Medicare -- medical and other services needed just to make it. Most who have worked their whole life that do not deserve to do without (food, medical care, meds, etc.), struggle and are left homeless...
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Post Commander in agreement with resident
(Letter to the Editor ~ 04/07/13)
To the Editor: My name is Bob Bigley, and most people know me as the V.F.W. Post Commander at Post No. 1127, here in Brazil. In Saturday's paper, there was an article about the few hours our Veterans Office is open to accommodate our Veterans' needs...
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Both parties must be relevant
(Column ~ 04/07/13)
A few weeks ago, the Republican National Committee issued a 100-page report aimed at reviving the GOP after its poor showing in last November's elections. It was remarkably blunt about the specifics of the party's shortcomings -- its lack of inclusiveness, its hapless data initiatives, its poor grassroots organizing...
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Corporation gears up for Kindergarten Roundup
(Local News ~ 04/07/13)
Clay Community Schools has scheduled its annual Kindergarten Roundupus for this week. The following is a list of the events for each school: East Side Elementary School, April 9, 6 p.m., Van Buren Elementary, April 10, 9 a.m., Forest Park Elementary, April 10, 1 p.m.,...
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Report: One person dead following house fire
(Local News ~ 04/07/13)
CLAY CITY -- A late-evening home fire caused the death of a Clay County individual. According to a report provided by the Clay County Sheriff's Department, at approximately 11:35 p.m., Friday, officials were dispatched to a house fire located at 1140 S. CR 225 E., Clay City...
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Jail Bookings
(Police Logs ~ 04/07/13)
Clay County Justice Center The following jail bookings took place April 5-7 at the Clay County Justice Center: Awaiting Warrant Arraignment Gillson, Michael John, 30 Swenson, April, 29 Battery With Bodily Injury Skelton, Donald R. 51 Disorderly Conduct...
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Reunions
(Community News ~ 04/07/13)
The following are a list of upcoming reunions in the area as provided to The Brazil Times: Staunton Alumni Reunion Alumni of Staunton High School are planning their annual banquet, which will take place May 18, 2013. They will be commemorating the 100th anniversary of the first graduation of the school...
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Habitat for Humanity Fish Fry set for April 13
(Local News ~ 04/07/13)
Habitat for Humanity of Clay County will host its annual Jonah Fish Fry and Silent Auction April 13, from 4-7 p.m., at the Brazil National Guard Armory south of Brazil on State Road 59. A grant from the Wabash Valley Community Foundation will match each dollar the organization raises up to $2,500...
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Homemakers cookbooks now available
(Local News ~ 04/07/13)
Jackson Township Better Homemakers Club member Bobbi Cayton composed 100 recipes from Clay County homemakers with a few photographs in the latest edition of the cookbook. Past family members who were in homemakers clubs were also included. The cookbook was put together to celebrate 100 years of Clay County Homemakers clubs. Club members were responsible for providing their own binding and sleeves for the pages...
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Community Notes
(Community News ~ 04/07/13)
The following is a list of upcoming area events as provided to The Brazil Times: Vote Center Meetings The Clay County Election Board will be conducting informational meetings regarding the possibility of establishing vote centers within the county during the month of April...
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Charles F. 'Chuck' Oricks
(Obituary ~ 04/07/13)
Charles F. "Chuck" Oricks, 64, Brazil, formerly of West Terre Haute, passed away at 2:45 p.m., Thursday, April 4, 2013, in his residence. He was born Nov. 11, 1938, in Terre Haute. Survivors include his wife Dana Kirk Oricks, son Charles Oricks Jr., Tennessee, step-daughters Sara Neier and her fiance Josh Thomas, Brazil, and Leslie Watts, Terre Haute, step-son J.D. ...
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Hoosier Lottery
(State News ~ 04/07/13)
INDIANAPOLIS -- Here are the winning numbers selected Friday and Saturday in the Hoosier Lottery: Friday Daily Three-Midday 3-0-9 Daily Three-Evening 2-2-9 Daily Four-Midday 0-6-6-7 Daily Four-Evening 3-3-7-2 Mix and Match 29-34-37-48-50 Cash 5 3-10-13-34-39...
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Illinois Lottery
(State News ~ 04/07/13)
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. -- Here are the winning numbers selected Friday, Saturday and Sunday in the Illinois Lottery: Friday Pick Three-Midday 6-4-6 Pick Three-Evening 8-4-4 Pick Four-Midday 2-0-5-4 Pick Four-Evening 9-4-3-0 My 3-Midday 6-1-5 My 3-Evening...
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Gluten 101 seminar set
(Local News ~ 04/07/13)
The Brazil Public Library will host "Gluten 101: Just the Basics," April 18, at 6:30 p.m. Clay County Health Department R.N. Regina Yoder will present the seminar. Those interested in attending are asked to RSVP to the library by April 16. For further information, call 448-1981...
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Obituary Notices
(Obituary ~ 04/07/13)
Norma R. Staley, 79, Clay City, passed away April 4, 2013, in Versailles, Ky., where she had been living for the past two years. Funeral services will be at Schoppenhorst Funeral Home, Monday, April 8, 2013, at 11 a.m., with Brother Scott Wiley officiating. ...
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Darrell Ray Moore III
(Obituary ~ 04/07/13)
Darrell Ray Moore III, 18, was taken unexpectedly Saturday, April 6, 2013. Darrell was born Feb. 4, 1995, the son of the late Darrell Moore Jr., and Leandra Rae (Orick) Moore. Darrell had attended Northview High School and was recently working as a roofer for Pell Roofing and Siding...
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Shirley Ann Begley
(Obituary ~ 04/07/13)
Shirley Ann Begley, 75, Reelsville, passed away unexpectedly April 5, 2013, at St. Vincent Clay Hospital. She was born Dec. 2, 1937, in Greencastle, the daughter of Oscar and Ruby (Hill) King. She married Walter Begley June 5, 1971. He survives. Together with her husband, they pastored two churches; one in Idaho Falls, Idaho, and the other in Andrews, S.C...
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Heavy Trash Notice
(Local News ~ 04/07/13)
The City of Brazil Garage recently issued its heavy trash schedule for the month of April. Heavy trash will be picked up on the following dates: Tuesday's Trash Route -- April 12, Wednesday's Trash Route -- April 19, and Thursday's Trash Route -- April 26...
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Health Fair
(Local News ~ 04/07/13)
The YMCA of Clay County will conduct a free Community Health Fair Saturday, April 13, beginning at 9:45 a.m. Several activities have been planned for the event, including a 1-mile fun run and more. For more information, call the YMCA at 442-6761.
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NHS Guard set for WGI finals
(Local News ~ 04/07/13)
Only one week after finishing fourth in World Division at the Indiana High School Color Guard Association (IHSCGA) State Finals, the Northview High School winter guard has begun preparations for the world championships of World Guard International (WGI)...
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Calling All Candidates!
(Local News ~ 04/07/13)
Entry forms for fair queen now available The 2013 Clay County 4-H Fair Pageant is quickly approaching and all individuals ages 12-20 are welcome to enter. This year, the pageant has one additional requirement. All candidates must meet one or more of the following criteria:...
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UPDATE: Saturday accident results in two deaths
(Local News ~ 04/07/13)
An early morning accident Saturday resulted in the deaths of two Clay County individuals. According to Clay County Sheriff Mike Heaton, at approximately 6:03 a.m., officials were dispatched to an accident south of 9598 N. CR 300 E., Brazil. Upon arrival, deputies discovered the property owner assisting the driver of the car. At the time deputies arrived, Heaton said the driver of the vehicle, a female, was walking around the scene of the accident...
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Knights sixth, Eels 11th at Northview Invite
(High School Sports ~ 04/07/13)
Times Staff Report The Linton Miners placed three golfers in the 70's on the way to capturing the Northview Invitational at Forest Park Golf Course on Saturday. The Miners' Cole Bradbury shot a round of 71 to edge teammate Clayton French by a stroke as Linton carded a 309 as a team. The Patriots' Evan Perdiew shot a 74 as North finished six strokes ahead of Greencastle for the runner-up spot...
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Knights go 1-2 at Royal Classic Tourney
(High School Sports ~ 04/07/13)
Times Staff Report FISHERS -- Northview's baseball team compiled a 1-2 mark against stout competition at the Royal Classic at Hamilton Southeastern over the weekend. The Knights dropped an 11-1 decision in the opening contest against Perry Meridian as Connor Ganly, Craig Peters, Bo Stewart, Nate Newton and Jacob Harden each had hits...
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Clay City Eels capture Barr-Reeve Invite
(High School Sports ~ 04/07/13)
Times Staff Report MONTGOMERY -- The Clay City Eels improved to 5-0 on the young softball season with a pair of victories and the Barr-Reeve Invitational championship on Saturday. The Eels got on the board early against the host squad, scoring all the runs it would need in the third inning though the success proved costly...
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Northview softball goes 1-3 at MSA
(High School Sports ~ 04/07/13)
Times Staff Report TERRE HAUTE -- Coming off a Friday night 1-0 loss to North Central, the Northview softball team finally got its bats going on Saturday morning. The Knights got shutout pitching from senior Taylor Carter, who struck out 14 Evansville Mater Dei batters as Northview captured a 9-0 win in the final game of pool play. ...
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Bland Jr. captures "Bill Gardner IndianaOpenwheel.com Racin' Fest"
(Professional Sports ~ 04/07/13)
By CAREY FOX Times Sports Editor PUTNAMVILLE -- The weather couldn't have been much better for the opening night of the Bill Gardner Indiana Openwheel.com Racin' Fest. A packed grandstand was on hand along with a talented crop of hot shoes looking for a spot in Victory Lane...
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Alexis J. Holbert-Darkis
(Obituary ~ 04/07/13)
Alexis J. Holbert-Darkis, 20, Brazil, died April 6, 2013, from injuries sustained during an automobile accident. She was born Nov. 23, 1992, the daughter of Thomas Holbert and Lisa Darkis. Alexis was a graduate from Northview High School, class of 2011...
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Robert I. Ross Jr.
(Obituary ~ 04/07/13)
Robert I. Ross Jr., 60, Brazil, died Sunday, April 7, 2013, at his residence. Mr. Ross was born Jan. 13, 1953, the son of the late Robert I. Ross Sr., and Hazel Belle (Lovett) Ross Lane. Robert was a maintenance worker with the Great Dane Company. Survivors include his children Robert L. ...
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