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Verna Lynette Knox Wallace
(Obituary ~ 04/24/13)
Verna Lynette Knox Wallace passed away April 21, 2013, in San Antonio, Texas. She was born Oct. 22, 1929, in Brazil, to Stanley and Dorothy Knox. As a young woman, Verna was active in 4-H. She was a lifelong member of the Brazil Chapter of Eastern Star...
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CCSWCD sells spring products
(Local News ~ 04/24/13)
The Clay County Soil and Water Conservation District (CCSWCD) is now selling rain barrels and composters for the spring. The rain barrels and composters are from Upcycle Products. The company takes various sized plastic food grade barrels and upcycles them, which means they take a product that would usually be waste in landfills and turn it into something that is useful...
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Nuisance Wildlife Control
(Local News ~ 04/24/13)
This time of year is when I am reminded that not all wildlife is as friendly and innocent as the squirrels that play in my yard. I am reminded of the nuisance that wildlife can be to a homeowner through phone calls asking for advice on animal control options...
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4-H member attends National 4-H Conference
(Local News ~ 04/24/13)
A delegation of Indiana 4-H youth representing four counties including Clay, attended the National 4-H Conference in Washington, D.C. The Indiana delegation returned home from a week in which more than 270 youth and adults representing 4-H programs across the country gathered to exchange ideas, gain knowledge to share back at home and develop recommendations to help guide the future of 4-H programs nationally and in their communities...
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CCSWCD welcomes new employee
(Local News ~ 04/24/13)
The Clay County Soil and Water Conservation District (CCSWCD) would like to introduce their newest employee. Logan Wegner began April 1, as the district technician. He is a 2006 graduate of Northview High School. Wegner, attended Purdue and graduated December 2010 with a bachelor's degree in farm management. ...
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Skatepark Funding
(Local News ~ 04/24/13)
Anyone wanting to make a donation to the Clay Community Skatepark project during the last push for the final funding, may send their donations to Clay Community Parks Association, PO Box 308, Brazil, Ind., 47834, Attn: Skatepark.
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Girl Scout Day Camp
(Local News ~ 04/24/13)
All girl scouts are invited to the annual Day Camp, which will take place June 10-14, at the Indiana State University Field Campus. Cost to attend is $40. The camp is for girl scouts in grades kindergarten through eighth-grade. Those interested in attending must be signed up by May 1...
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Ladies' Tea
(Local News ~ 04/24/13)
Serving on the Streets (S.O.S.) is hosting a Hens and Chicks Tea and old bag auction Saturday, May 11, at 2 p.m. The full-tea event will take place at S.O.S., located at 100 N. Forest Ave., Brazil. Ladies of the community are asked to bring a used purse in good condition filled with goodies such as candles, bath products, etc., to the event. ...
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Earth Day!
(Local News ~ 04/24/13)
Students in Amber Passfield's and Elaine Clarke's second-grade classes at Meridian Elementary learned about Earth Day Monday by creating Rice Krispie Earth balls. Pictured are the two classes with their Earth Day treats.
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Initiative to be April 27
(Local News ~ 04/24/13)
On Saturday, April 27, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will sponsor the sixth nationwide "Prescription Drug Take Back," initiative. The initiative seeks to prevent prescription drug abuse and theft. Collection sites will be set up nationwide for expired, unused and unwanted prescription drugs to be disposed of for destruction...
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March Madness Winner!
(Local News ~ 04/24/13)
Jordan Gaskill (right), 21, owner of Lawn Master mowing, was the second place winner of The Brazil Times' NCAA men's tournament bracket contest. Gaskill was presented with a $25 prize from Brazil Times sports editor Carey Fox.
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Church Program
(Local News ~ 04/24/13)
The Little Historic Church at Carbon will conduct its monthly program Friday, May 3. A pitch-in dinner will take place at 6 p.m., with the program beginning at 7. The Coon Holler Kids, under the direction of Judy Green, will provide entertainment. The public is welcome to attend...
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Public Record
(Police Logs ~ 04/24/13)
Clay County Courthouse The following transactions took place at the Clay County Courthouse April 23: Superior Court State Criminal Charges Conrado Miramontes-Muro, 59: 1. Operating a vehicle with an ace of .15 or more 2. Operating a vehicle while intoxicated...
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Democrat Dinner
(Local News ~ 04/24/13)
The Clay County Democrat Club will host the annual Jefferson-Jackson Dinner Friday, May 10, at Traditions, 105 E. National Ave., Brazil. A social hour is set for 6 p.m., with the dinner beginning at 6:30. The keynote speaker this year is Indiana State Superintendent of Public Instruction Glenda Ritz. Also speaking will be Indiana State Senator Tim Skinner (38th District). The District encompasses all of Vigo County and portions of Clay County...
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Cookout Set
(Local News ~ 04/24/13)
Harmony United Methodist Church will host a cookout Sunday, April 28, at 11 a.m. The menu will consist of hamburgers, hot dogs, potato salad, baked beans, chips and cookies. Freewill offerings will be accepted. The Garden Sunday School Class is sponsoring the event...
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Book Sale Scheduled
(Local News ~ 04/24/13)
The Friends of the Library will conduct a book sale May 1, from 4-7 p.m., and May 2-4, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. The sale will take place in the garage across the street from the library. For further information, call 443-5871.
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CCHS Top 10
(Local News ~ 04/24/13)
The Clay City High School academic top 10 seniors were recognized by the Brazil Rotary Club Wednesday. The top 10 seniors include: (back, from left) Patrick Schuck, Rhett Bigger, Grant Prindiville, Luke Hostetler, Halli Brewer, (front, from left) Callie Dayhuff, Madison Booe, Paige Schroer, Tiara Skaggs and Kaleigh Decker...
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Students decorate cookies
(Local News ~ 04/24/13)
Page's Deli Manager Lee Ann Droste paid a visit to students in Northview High School teacher Janet Grey's Nutrition and Wellness 1 class Wednesday, offering a seminar on cookie decorating. "Decorating is a dying art," Droste told the students. "Not too many people decorate anymore. But decorating is in demand."...
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Northview choir has 'magical' year
(Local News ~ 04/24/13)
The Northview High School choir recently had the opportunity to spend spring break at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Fla. The choir, under the direction of Kristina Waugh, spent four days in the park learning about the many facets of being a professional performer...
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Cast to host tea party
(Local News ~ 04/24/13)
In connection to Northview High School's performance of "Aladdin," "Jasmine's Tea Party," will take place Saturday at the high school. The cast and crew of "Aladdin" will host the special tea party Saturday, from 5-6 p.m. Guests will receive a light snack as well as decorate their own princess crowns...
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Aladdin!
(Local News ~ 04/24/13)
Members of Northview High School's musical "Aladdin" recently rehearsed "Friend Like Me" in the school's auditorium. "Aladdin" will be performed at the high school on Friday and Saturday. Show times are 7 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. All seats are reserved. Tickets are available for purchase at the school and online at www.northviewchoir.org...
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A rescheduling frenzy
(Local News ~ 04/24/13)
Athletic Directors, coaches discuss rainouts Rainouts have been on the minds of many in recent weeks. Four Clay County athletic squads face cancellations Wednesday due to inclement weather, including the Northview softball and baseball teams, Clay City softball team and North Clay track squad...
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