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Ford comments on clarification of religious objections law
(State News ~ 04/03/15)
Following passage of a bill to clarify the state's new religious objections law, Sen. Jon Ford (R-Terre Haute) issued this statement: "I am encouraged by follow-up legislation that was passed by the General Assembly today to clarify that the Indiana RFRA cannot be used to discriminate. It was necessary for our state to make a clear statement on who Hoosiers really are, and address the intentions of the law...
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Dance students receive highest scores at Indy
(Community News ~ 04/03/15)
Local dance students Alexis Adkins and Vivian Etling - received the highest score in their age group with their lyrical performance of "Battle Hymn of the Republic" at the Indianapolis stop of the Rainbow National Dance Competition. Alexis is the daughter of Jaclyn and Daniel Westfall of Brazil. Vivian is the daughter of Jeffrey Etling and Miranda Goodale of Brazil. Alexis and Vivian are pictured with Tena Sneddon, CPT, their instructor and choreographer at Moore's Dance Company in Brazil...
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Ivy Tech Franklin receives $3.5 million gift from Bill and Sandy DiMichieli Trust
(State News ~ 04/03/15)
FRANKLIN-- The Ivy Tech Community College Foundation has received an estate gift valued at $3.5 million from the Bill and Sandy DeMichieli Trust. This gift gives Ivy Tech full ownership of the existing William and Sandy DeMichieli Learning Center that houses the Ivy Tech Franklin Campus, and provides additional funds designated for programming and scholarships in health sciences...
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Coats Statement on March Employment Numbers
(State News ~ 04/03/15)
WASHINGTON, DC -- Joint Economic Committee Chairman Dan Coats (R-Ind.) issued the following statement regarding today's report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) that the U.S. economy added 126,000 nonfarm payroll jobs (129,000 in the private sector) and the labor force participation rate ticked down to 62.7% during March:...
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It's a new life; Jesus gives us a fresh start
(Community News ~ 04/03/15)
He was a friendly, older guy and struck up a conversation while washing hands in the restroom of a Cracker Barrel restaurant. I didn't really feel like chatting and thought maybe I could get out ahead of him but to no avail. As we stood there he looked at me and said "It's a bit chilly out there..." and I agreed and commented on the weather. ...
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Staunton Scene
(Community News ~ 04/03/15)
The Staunton Community Center Lady Volunteers still have cookbooks available for $12. They can be purchased by calling 448-1591 or by contacting any of the Lady Volunteers. STAUNTON FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH If you have no regular church family, you are most welcome to join us this week for Easter Sunday services...
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Church News
(Community News ~ 04/03/15)
Annunciation Church Our Easter Vigil Mass is this evening at 9. All are welcome. Attention all altar servers: there is a "thank you dinner" tonight at 6. Also, following the dinner, there will be a practice at 7 for anyone serving at the Vigil. Congratulations go out to all those who are joining are Church tonight via the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and First Communion. Welcome to the Catholic family...
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First Christian to host concert April 12
(Community News ~ 04/03/15)
The Brazil First Christian Church will host a gospel concert at 6 p.m. on April 12. The concert will feature two gospel groups. Local recording artists Living Proof consists of Brad Peelman, Ron Cook and Richard Goodall. The group has been together since 2014...
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Little Historic Church having program
(Community News ~ 04/03/15)
The Little Historic Church at Carbon will conduct its monthly program on April 10. There will be a pitch-in dinner at 6 p.m., with the program scheduled to begin at 7. This month, entertainment will be provided by The Community Choir, A Easter Cantata "O What Savior", directed by Sam Glover. All are invited to the meal and program...
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Good Friday Gathering: 10 churches combine for service at Brazil FUMC
(Local News ~ 04/03/15)
Ten area churches and the local CRADLES organization participated in the community Good Friday service at Brazil First United Methodist Church. More than 100 people chose to worship during the service on the day that commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus in approximately 33 A.D...
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County unemployment rate ranks among highest in the state
(Local News ~ 04/03/15)
Clay County's unemployment rate remains above the state average through the first couple months of the year but numbers are better compared to years past. According to data released by STATS Indiana, the county's unemployment rate in February was 7 percent -- slightly down from 7.6 percent during January...
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Clay Community school board to meet
(Local News ~ 04/03/15)
The Clay Community Schools Board of Trustees will meet in regular session at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday at the corporation's Central Administrative Office, 1013 S. Forest Ave., Brazil. Agenda items include awarding a bid for LAN hardware and network management, Central Office summer hours, a Clay City Junior/Senior High School baseball report and a Title I grant application...
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Cemetery association to meet Tuesday
(Local News ~ 04/03/15)
The Mt. Zion Cemetery Association in Bowling Green will host its annual meeting at 7 p.m. Tuesday at Mt. Zion Church in Bowling Green. For any information regarding the cemetery, call 812-236-5488.
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Lawmakers ready to move on after week of controversy
(Local News ~ 04/03/15)
Indiana lawmakers say they're ready to move forward after a week when the national spotlight was on the state and its recently adopted religious freedom law that some argued offered a legal defense for discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity...
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Officials: Awareness is key as motorcyclists hit the roadways
(Local News ~ 04/03/15)
As the temperatures begin to stay favorable, a number of residents are preparing to hit the highway on their motorcycles. "It's the closest thing you can do to flying but you are on the ground," said Mayor Brian Wyndham, who joins several local residents planning to go riding with friends and family this Spring...
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Brazil Lions Club inducts new members
(Local News ~ 04/03/15)
Above are Brazil Lions Club's new members LeAnn Martin, sponsored by Lora Fenwick, and Heather James, sponsored by MaryAnn Thompson. The club installed the new members at its April meeting by Riley Club members Vern and Linda Tincher. The club now has 31 members who support its mission of "We Serve." The club's main mission is "Eyes," with vision screening in Clay Community Schools, preschools and daycares. ...
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