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Peggy Joyce Foley Ricks
(Obituary ~ 04/02/20)
Peggy Joyce Foley Ricks, 71 of Brazil, passed away March 31, 2020 at Cloverleaf Healthcare Facility. She was born September 21, 1948 in Enterprise, AL. the daughter of Fred William Brown and Mary Ann Granberry Brown. As a young girl they attended the Lutheran Church. She also attended Epworth United Methodist Church. She has always been a caring person and enjoyed crocheting blankets and other items for family and friends...
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Donald Gene Swalls
(Obituary ~ 04/02/20)
Donald Gene Swalls, 87 of Brazil, passed away unexpectedly March 30, 2020 at his residence. He was born November 13, 1932 in Vigo County, the son of Charles Vern “Jake” Swalls and Lela Stephens Swalls. He graduated from Glenn High School, Class of 1950. ...
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UPDATE BREAKING - Three COVID-19 cases confirmed in Clay County
(Local News ~ 04/02/20)
Details are limited at this time, but the Clay County Health Department has confirmed a second diagnosed case of COVID-19. No additional information is available due to privacy laws (HIPPA). The first positive case was announced Saturday, March 28. Due to many facilities requesting the tests for symptomatic patients (many of which are still being processing), the exact number of Clay County residents tested has not been confirmed at this time...
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COURT NEWS March 23-28, 2020
(Court News ~ 04/02/20)
CLAY COUNTY COURTHOUSE Circuit Court The following case filings reported in Clay Circuit Court during March 23-28, 2020: Civil Rex K. Moore vs. Bob Bowen Ford, Inc. Jefferson Capital Systems LLC vs. Benji Misner Marie Polynice vs. Gardy Melson Criminal...
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JAIL BOOKINGS March 23-28, 2020
(Police Logs ~ 04/02/20)
The following jail bookings took place during March 23-28, 2020: Roberts, Joshua, 24, Terre Haute: Operating a vehicle with an ACE of .15 or more(MA) Robinson, Tyrin Man, 25, Elkhart, IN: Hold for a court appearance Sanders, John Devee III, 38, Indianapolis: Probation order violation(MC)...
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The Salvation Army of Indiana Receives $5 Million from Lilly Endowment Inc. for Coronavirus Response
(State News ~ 04/02/20)
The Salvation Army’s Indiana Division has received a $5 million grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. to support The Salvation Army’s immediate COVID-19 response and to sustain long-term service to the Indiana community. The grant is part of $15 million total that The Salvation Army received for nationwide efforts...
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Beware IRS imposter scams while awaiting stimulus checks during coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic
(State News ~ 04/02/20)
As Hoosiers await federal stimulus checks designed to help mitigate financial effects of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, they should be prepared for phone calls from scammers posing as Internal Revenue Service (IRS) agents, Attorney General Curtis Hill said today...
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First responders needing personal protective equipment
(Local News ~ 04/02/20)
Although most people have gone home to self-isolate during the COVID-19 outbreak, first responders are still out there working to serve, help, and protect the community. Many of them are working with limited or without the proper personal protective equipment (PPE) to protect their own safety...
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The Rotary Club of Brazil to Host Blood Drive with American Red Cross
(Local News ~ 04/02/20)
The Rotary Club of Brazil has partnered with the American Red Cross to host a blood drive on Monday, April 27th at the First Christian Church in Brazil. This blood drive event will take place from 1 PM to 6 PM. To donate blood, the Red Cross is encouraging participants to schedule an appointment for this blood drive by visiting www.redcrossblood.org/give. You can also contact Rotarian, Andrew Bowman for help scheduling...
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Good News - Good Deeds: Free Dinners Provided to all
(Community News ~ 04/02/20)
SUBMITTED PHOTO - Lots of local residents stopped by the Brazil Quick Pick South, 7996 North State Road 59, Saturday while free to-go dinners (a balanced meal of rice, beans, and salad), along with a free loaf of bread was provided to anyone who needed it. Over 70-75 meals were provided during the event organized by owner Hardeep Singh. Singh has been asked by numerous residents if he would be doing it again at his other gas station located on US 40 near the Clay/Vigo county line...
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Sheriffs' Youth Ranch News
(Local News ~ 04/02/20)
Sheriffs are searching for dozens of 2020 Student Advisers For Educating Tomorrow’s Youth (S.A.F.E.T.Y) Leaders for their Youth Ranch now under development for future law enforcement officers, at-risk kids, young witnesses and victims of crime. Middle school and high school students who have attended public safety camps across the state will be asked to give guidance on proposed facilities, programs and policies of the new Indiana Sheriffs’ Youth Ranch being developed in rural Clay County between Greencastle and Terre Haute, Scott Minier, ISYR executive director, said.. ...
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Clean up cemetery for spring
(Community News ~ 04/02/20)
It is time again for the fall and winter flowers to be removed from the graves at Calcutta Cemetery in Clay County. This is in preparation of the spring mowing season that will be starting in April. It is requested that ALL flowers be removed from the graves by APRIL 15. This is greatly appreciated and is a major assistance in the care and up-keep of the Calcutta Cemetery...
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COVID-19 Updates as of Thursday, April 2, 2020
(Local News ~ 04/02/20)
On Thursday, the Clay County Health Department confirmed two new cases of COVID-19 in the county. The first positive case was announced shortly afternoon, and the patient was reported to be hospitalized; while the second positive case was announced shortly after 4 p.m. ...
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Lessons learned from basketball benefit Parkey in ministry
(Community Sports ~ 04/02/20)
Growing up, the path John Parkey envisioned for himself involved basketball. Having a father that played at the collegiate level, and siblings that loved the game as well, it was ingrained into his life at an early age. “All of my heroes growing up were basketball players,” he said. ...
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