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A look back ... to Aug. 30-Sept. 5, 1914
(Local News ~ 08/30/15)
The most news coverage of the week, by far, went to the new Clay County Courthouse. The dedication of the new Clay County Courthouse was on Sept. 3. Band concerts were performed 9-11 30 a.m., 1:30-4 p.m., and 7:30-9:30 p.m. in the courthouse. The entire building was open with guides to show all visitors through the building from 1:30 to 4 p.m...
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SNAPSHOTS: Brazil Main Street Movie Night at Forest Park
(Local News ~ 08/30/15)
Those attending the Brazil Main Street Movie Night Saturday at the Forest Park Cow Palace enjoyed free showing of "A Turtle's Tale" along with games a free drinks and snacks. More than 100 youngsters of all ages enjoyed games and having their pictures taken on "Tommy Turtle," the green and yellow playground turtle that has the alphabet painted on it. It has been a feature of the playground for more than 50 years...
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Clay City's Laswell wins Riverton Parke Invite; Boys team places second
(High School Sports ~ 08/30/15)
Times Staff Report MECCA --The Clay City Eels took home a runner-up finish at in the boys' team race at the Riverton Parke Invitational along with an individual title as freshman Alexis Laswell won the girls' race in 20:44 to win by 27 seconds over Monrovia's Kenna Hunter...
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Northview girls place second at WIC golf tournament
(High School Sports ~ 08/30/15)
Times Staff Report TERRE HAUTE -- Northview struggled at Idle Creek Golf Course in Saturday's Western Indiana Conference Tournament, placing fourth overall as 12 teams competed for the first title in the new conference alignment. South Vermillion shot a 385 paced by Ali Bazzani's round of 80 with Sullivan two shots back led by runner-up McKenzie Pirtle (85)...
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Gilpin dominates for second 'Patriot 100' title at Lincoln Park Speedway
(Professional Sports ~ 08/30/15)
Gilpin dominates for second 'Patriot 100' title at Lincoln Park Speedway By CAREY FOX Times Sports Editor PUTNAMVILLE -- Races are quickly running out for competitors chasing a national championship in the United Midwest Promoters (UMP) points race. So Saturday evening at Lincoln Park Speedway provided an excellent chance for drivers to earn some valuable bonus points gathered with a large car count at the track...
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Clay City knocks off nemesis for volleyball title
(High School Sports ~ 08/30/15)
By TRAVIS DAVID For The Brazil Times CLAY CITY -- The Clay City volleyball team played two matches on Saturday in its own round robin, but its main focus was on one team -- the Bloomfield Cardinals. The Lady Eels had their season end last season to Bloomfield in the Class A sectional on their home floor. So Saturday's match against the Lady Cardinals meant a little more than just earning a round robin title...
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Northview volleyball splits contests against tough field at Avon Invite
(High School Sports ~ 08/30/15)
By STEVE FIELDS For the Brazil Times AVON -- Northview came out of the Avon Invitational on Saturday a little disappointed with a third-place finish, but optimistic about its high school volleyball season. The Class 3A No. 1-ranked Knights posted a 2-2 record in a nine-team field of Class 4A schools and players being scouted and recruited by college volleyball powerhouses...
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JAIL BOOKINGS August 31, 2015
(Local News ~ 08/30/15)
Clay County Justice Center The following individuals were booked into the Clay County Justice Center between Aug. 28-30, 2015 David D. Allen, 33: resisting law enforcement, possession of methamphetamine, possession of paraphernalia, neglect of a dependent...
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JAIL BOOKINGS August 31, 2015
(Police Logs ~ 08/30/15)
Clay County Justice Center The following individuals were booked into the Clay County Justice Center between Aug. 28-30, 2015 David D. Allen, 33: resisting law enforcement, possession of methamphetamine, possession of paraphernalia, neglect of a dependent...
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Holiday closings
(Local News ~ 08/30/15)
BMV announces Labor Day closure All Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles license branches will be closed Saturday through Monday, Sept. 7 in observance of the Labor Day holiday. All license branches will resume their regularly scheduled business hours on Tuesday, Sept. 8. For a complete list of branch locations and hours, visit myBMV.com...
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Heroes Breakfast slated for Saturday
(Local News ~ 08/30/15)
There will be a Heroes Breakfast for all Clay County first responders from 8 to 11 a.m. Saturday at Pappy's Bar-B-Que in Brazil.
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City council, works board sets meetings
(Local News ~ 08/30/15)
The Brazil Board of Public Works and Safety will meet at 10 a.m. Wednesday in the Council Chambers at Brazil City Hall. The Brazil City Council will meet at 6 p.m. Wednesday in the Council Chambers at Brazil City Hall.
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Northview honors teacher, coach with ice bucket challenge
(Local News ~ 08/30/15)
Northview High School hosted an ALS Ice Bucket Challenge on Saturday in honor of the school's teacher and coach Chad Smith, who is battling Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis. At top and above, students and others take part in the event. "We raised about $1,000, but I think the most important thing is that we are keeping awareness going in the community and hopefully showing the students that is important to do things like this," said Northview band director Bob Medworth. ...
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Police: 3 arrested after stolen vehicle runs out of gas
(Local News ~ 08/30/15)
A trio from Indianapolis was arrested early Sunday after police say the disabled vehicle they were in was stolen. The Clay County Sheriff's Department was dispatched to the vehicle on Interstate 70 around 1 a.m. Sunday. Upon arrival, authorities reportedly learned the vehicle was stolen and arrested its passengers, Sholanda Horton, 20, and William Humber Jr., 19...
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Saline City Labor Day Picnic is coming
(Local News ~ 08/30/15)
The Saline City 2015 Labor Day Picnic will be Saturday through Monday at Graves Field. There will be community breakfasts, a Jonah Fish Fry, truck and tractor pulls, entertainment and a performance by Henry Lee Summer. Labor Day activities include softball tournament, pedal tractor pull, horse pull, silent auction and more...
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Movie Night Mystery
(Local News ~ 08/30/15)
Tortoise-inspired flick leaves many asking name of Forest Park turtle There's a mystery going on at Forest Park playground. Christened Saturday night during the Brazil Main Street Movie Night as "Tommy Turtle," the conversation among many adults attending the event centered on what was the real name of the giant playground turtle...
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Richard and Dianna McShanog to celebrate 50th anniversary
(Community News ~ 08/30/15)
The couple was married on Sept. 11, 1965 at the First Baptist Church Brazil with Rev. Raymond Rissler and Rev. Ross Lucas officiating. They have two daughters, Sharon Harris (Chris) and Rebecca Cook (Chris); six grandchildren Bethany Harris Brown (Colin), Kylie Harris, Alyssa, Austin, Trevor and Makenna Cook...
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Wayne and Evelyn Parkins to celebrate 65 years
(Community News ~ 08/30/15)
Family and friends of Wayne and Evelyn Parkins will help the couple celebrate 65 years of marriage from 2 to 4 p.m. on Saturday at Maryland Community Church, 4700 S. SR 46, Terre Haute. All friends and family are welcome. Feel free to bring a card with a picture or memory of Wayne and Evelyn to share with them...
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Indiana State Police release Scheid Diesel patrol results
(Local News ~ 08/30/15)
The Indiana State Police Putnamville District conducted traffic patrols on both Friday and Saturday evenings of the Scheid Diesel Event held at the Vigo County Fairgrounds. The extra patrols were in place to ensure the safety of those attending the event as well as the motoring public...
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Indiana State Police release Scheid Diesel patrol results
(Police Logs ~ 08/30/15)
The Indiana State Police Putnamville District conducted traffic patrols on both Friday and Saturday evenings of the Scheid Diesel Event held at the Vigo County Fairgrounds. The extra patrols were in place to ensure the safety of those attending the event as well as the motoring public...
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Fireworks on tap at Lieber SRA Saturday
(Local News ~ 08/30/15)
Residents are invited to celebrate Labor Day weekend at Lieber State Recreation Area with fireworks on Saturday, Sept. 5. Fireworks will be held at dusk on the beach. Visitors should bring a blanket or lawn chairs. All proceeds will go to the Friends of Cagles Mill Lake group for special events and improvements to Lieber SRA...
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A Look Back ... Aug. 30-Sept. 5, 1914
(Local News ~ 08/30/15)
The most news coverage of the week, by far, went to the new Clay County Courthouse. The dedication of the new Clay County Courthouse was on Sept. 3. Band concerts were performed 9-11:30 a.m., 1:30-4 p.m. and 7:30-9:30 p.m. in the courthouse. The entire building was open with guides to show all visitors through the building from 1:30 to 4 p.m...
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Clay City Calico Quilters
(Community News ~ 08/30/15)
The Calico Quilters met Aug. 18 at 6 p.m. at the Pizza Gallery in Clay City. Thirteen members and one guest were in attendance. Karen Staub, President, led the members in selecting programs for the upcoming year (Sept. 2015-Aug. 2016). Election of officers was held. Karen Staub remains President, Pat Wilkinson was elected Vice President, Bevelyn Sampson was elected Secretary and Sandy Inman remains Treasurer...
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Gold Star Family Homecoming set for Sept. 27
(Community News ~ 08/30/15)
Peniel United Methodist Church's Gold Star Family Homecoming will take place on Sept. 27. The program will begin at 10:45 a.m. during the worship service and will feature Rev. Sonny Barbour as guest speaker. A carry-in dinner will follow at 1 p.m. in the church fellowship hall...
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Alabama Street Festival to feature King, Brice
(Local News ~ 08/30/15)
The 2015 Alabama Street Festival, in its 13th years, will feature Nashville recording artist John King as well as Lewis Brice and Zach Lambert. King has toured the country with over 240 dates in the books in 2014, and even more in 2015. His 2014 debut single "Tonight Tonight" broke the Top 40 on Country Radio, which boosted his career in the country music scene. ...
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REUNIONS
(Community News ~ 08/30/15)
Urbain reunion The annual Urbain Family Reunion will be Saturday at shelter #12 in Forest Park in Brazil. A pitch-in lunch will commence at 1 p.m. All paper goods, table service and drinks will be provided. Anyone willing to assist with set up should arrive a bit earlier. Friends are invited to join. Please bring lawn chairs...
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