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According to a press release from the Clay County Sheriff's Office, around 11:30 p.m. Friday, a deputy was on routine patrol in East Hendrix and North Vandalia streets when they observed a red Ford Explorer disregarding the stop sign at the intersection...

The Clay County Historical Society will be meeting October 7, at 7:00 PM in the meeting room. The Board will meet at 6:00 PM. There will be a history program. Also, plans will be made for our annual Thanksgiving Dinner for the November meeting. There are refreshments and a social time following the membership meeting...

The Clay County Sheriff's Department released details about two individuals arrested in the local township on felony drug charges Monday. Sheriff Brison Swearingen said it happened late Monday evening in Van Buren Township. A Clay County Sheriff's Department deputy was on patrol in Van Buren Township when he observed a vehicle allegedly committing a traffic violation...

Crohn's disease is a type of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that causes swelling of the tissues in your digestive tract. This often leads to abdominal pain, severe diarrhea, fatigue, weight loss, and malnutrition. According to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, more than half a million people in the United States have Crohn's disease...

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 23, 2024) – State Reps. Bob Heaton (R-Terre Haute) and Alan Morrison (R-Brazil) encourage Hoosiers to take advantage of a new state website to compare health care prices and quality. In 2020, state lawmakers passed a law establishing the newly launched Indiana All Payer Claims Database, which is overseen by the Indiana Department of Insurance, to help increase transparency in health care costs. ...

Since 1992, the Wabash Valley Community Foundation has been responding to challenges. The Community Foundation originated, in part, to respond to Lilly Endowment Inc.’s challenge that if the local community through the Community Foundation would raise $2 million, it would contribute $1 million for a permanent endowment to benefit Vigo County...

Thursday night at North Clay Middle School was one of the largest turnouts for the Power of Community fundraising dinner, which supports early childhood education and the Success by 6 in Clay County program. Kathy Deal proudly announced that this year marked a significant milestone for the group, with a record number of corporate sponsors rallying behind their cause. ...

It was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to hear from decorated FBI agent Wes Wong, a man with a lifetime of stories and impeccable credentials, at Thursday night's 9/11 remembrance presentation at Northview High School. Now retired, Wong was the highest-ranking member of the FBI at ground zero and gave an insight into his experiences that morning. Wong worked tirelessly at ground zero that day and the weeks after, directing and participating in the rescue and recovery...

It was a gloomy, fog-filled Saturday morning at the Clay County Fairgrounds, but the weather cleared up as the day went on. The 4-H Fairgrounds was busy this weekend with the National Open Horse Show Association Approved event on both Saturday and Sunday, featuring events in various showmanship categories in Western pleasure and English, open poles, open flags, and open barrels...

The fog cleared the air, making for a lovely day for Brazil Main Street’s eighth annual Route 40 Festival, the largest single-day event in Indiana. People parked in nearby lots and wandered around the more than 240 booths and many vendors, along with the food booths located near Brazil City Hall, before the open ceremonies started at 11 a.m...

Saturday was a busy day with many activities throughout the area, and community members were out celebrating the warm weather ahead of fall's arrival. The Annual Van Buren Volunteer Fire Department Fish Fry in Carbon is always a favorite with locals. Lines formed early for the event, and many found shade under the pole barn to escape the end-of-summer heat. From live entertainment, a raffle, and a kids zone, there was something for the whole family...

The Clay Community School Board of Trustees will hold a public session on Tuesday, September 24th at 6:30 p.m. in the Board Room at the Central Administrative Office at 1013 South Forest Avenue, Brazil. The topic of this public meeting will be about the Teacher Collective Bargaining and ratifying a tentative agreement for a new contract...

A Reelsville man was recently sentenced to a total of 40 years in prison for violent crimes committed in both Putnam and Clay counties. On Thursday, Putnam Circuit Court Judge Matt Headley sentenced Jon Luke McGuff, 26, to a 20-year sentence after McGuff entered a guilty plea to Level 2 felony burglary for a February incident at a Greencastle apartment...

Lead Prevention week is October 20-26,2024. One may ask why is that important, or what does that have to do with them or their family…Here are some facts about lead and why it is so important, and what we need to be doing about it. LEAD FACTS: SOURCES OF LEAD:...

Approximately fifty guests attended the final community tour of 2024 hosted by the Wabash Valley Community Foundation in Clay City on Monday evening. The program showcases a community's history, local businesses, and more. Jared Ell, Ecosystem Navigator with the Indiana Small Business Development Center (ISBDC), kicked off the event by highlighting the ISBDC's services and their commitment to providing resources, connections, and assistance to small businesses...

Leading up to the arrival of the Vietnam Traveling Wall, The Brazil Times will feature a short article honoring local veterans killed in action in Vietnam. Dom Lee was born in Brazil, Indiana, on December 13, 1942. According to the Brazil Daily Times, Lee was the son of Archie and Lucy (Vaught) Lee. He married Nina Burch and had one child, Jeanna Michele. Before joining the army in 1966, he worked as a Sinclair service station operator on West National Avenue...

The Brazil City Fire Department began checking and flushing fire hydrants in the northeast end of Brazil on Wednesday and will continue through the end of September. Residents might notice slight water discoloration and a potential pressure drop, but the water is still safe to drink and use for everyday purposes...

Clay County Board Of Commissioners released more dtails about the “burn ban” established Sunday, September 15th. After fighting two field fires and an out-of-control brush fire, several fire chiefs requested the burn ban put in effect Sunday afternoon...

Indiana’s largest one-day festival is happening this weekend in Brazil. This Saturday, September 21st, from 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m., Main Street Brazil- from State Road 59 to Depot Street - shuts down for the eighth annual Route 40 Festival. Local motorists are urged to avoid the area as they set up, starting Friday night. Police will be in the area to reroute any traffic...

The Brazil Police Department has released limited details about an overnight stabbing that happened at about 9:30 p.m.Wednesday. According to a press release, the Clay County 911 Dispatch received a call about a stabbing, and Brazil Police were dispatched to the 200 block of East Kruzan Street...

Officials were grateful an accident Tuesday morning was “not as bad as it could have been.” Brazil Police Department officials received lots of help when the call went out that a child was hit while walking to school near National Avenue and Vandalia Street...

Six volunteer fire departments were dispatched to a southern Clay County field fire Thursday afternoon, and helped fight a structure fire in Owen County. Firefighters from Center Point, Clay City, Cory, Bowling Green, Jackson, and Posey fire departments were at the scene within a few minutes to battle the aggressive fire in a corn field near a home...

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - A total of 501 students enrolled during Summer Semester 2024 at The University of Alabama were named to the dean’s list with an academic record of 3.5 (or above) or the president’s list with an academic record of 4.0 (all A’s). These driven students are making waves across UA’s more than 70 undergraduate programs and 12 colleges and schools...

It is that time of year again where we all come together to meet needs of children and families within our community during Thanksgiving and Christmas!! We are looking forward to coordinating with various social service organizations, private individuals/families, businesses, churches, etc. Please help us by spreading the word and encouraging everyone to utilize this network to reach as many families as we can and reduce the amount of duplication...

According to a press release by the Clay County Sheriff’s Department, on Wednesday, September 11th, a deputy believed they observed a motorcycle operator just south of Brazil wanted for an outstanding warrant.  When the deputy caught up with the motorcyclist, they observed a traffic violation for failure to stop at a stop sign. While attempting to implement a traffic stop, the driver refused to stop...

The Brazil Fraternal Order of Eagles #274 will have a final ride with Santa supporting the Brazil Police Department’s 2024 Shop with A Cop program on Saturday, September 28, 2024. It will be a bittersweet end for the annual benefit ride that has been around for eight years...

On Wednesday, the Board of Works had a concise agenda with only the approval of claims from the utilities' and clerk's office and a list of cleanups and mows within the city limits. Brazil City Fire Chief Jake Bennett briefed the board and Mayor Brian Wyndham on the department's August...

The Shed & Co. gives new meaning to she-shed. Six friends opened a shop in a modest shed before moving to a storefront on Highway 40. Sandy Green, Scheryl Withers, Janet Elliott, Tracy Brunette, Nora Crowder, and Lori Neier celebrated their grand re-opening at 6 West National Ave. Patrons enjoyed free samples, fellowship, and a great deal...

St. Vincent dePaul Food Pantry will have its inside and parking lot sale this weekend. The Emergency Food Pantry will also be setting up the same weekend. There will also be the BBQ Bill Food Truck. Thursday and Friday 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday 8-NOON...

CLOVERDALE, Ind. - The Indiana Department of Transportation announces a traffic pattern shift on U.S. 231, where crews have been working on an added turn lane project since March. Beginning on or after Thursday, Sept. 12, crews will switch the current traffic pattern to a new one, allowing for southbound traffic on U.S. ...

SAN JOSE, Calif. -- California authorities have charged a Brazil, Ind., man with the home invasion rape of an elderly woman in San Jose 15 years ago. The victim died of natural causes in 2011. However, the Santa Clara County District Attorney’s Office was notified earlier this year that DNA left at the senior living apartment crime scene matched a 43-year-old sex crime registrant now living half a country away. ...

The Clay Community School Corporation(CCSC) ranks in the top 10 and above in the state according to school testing data information from the Indiana Department of Education(IDOE). Recent information from the IDOE shows the following testing results for students in grades 3-8 are testing higher than the state average in both subjects for English/Language Arts, and Mathematics...

For years local Cub Scouts have been an integral part of the Clay County Historical Society's Bicentennial Legacy Park, contributing to its beauty and upkeep. It was no different this Saturday, as local Cub Scout Pack 195 and their supportive families came together to maintain the area ahead of the ever-popular Route 40 Fest...

French Funeral Home, recognizing the importance of respecting the American flag, is offering the community a dignified way to retire their old flags. This initiative is a testament to the community's commitment to upholding the Flag Code and honoring our nation's emblem...

On Tuesday, community members thanked the Brazil Park Board for their hard work and commitment to the city's parks, especially in pickleball and disc golf, two rising recreational activities. Roxanne Yocum, representing the Pickleball Association, delivered a thank you note for the Park Board's continued support...

On September 11, 2001, nearly 3,000 people lost their lives in the most devastating attack on American soil. Twenty-three years have passed since the terrorist attack that forever changed the world as we know it. On Wednesday, the Brazil Fire Department hoisted a large American Flag above US 40 in front of Brazil City Hall, reminding us of our duty to remember and honor those who lost their lives...

Forest Park Elementary had some special visitors, and a unique vehicle visited the school on Monday morning. An Amazon Indianapolis TESLA Cyber Truck and Manager Chase McCrocklin and his wife Noely were at the school Monday morning to talk to students and drop off school supplies. ...

Motorists should be aware that I-70 EB will divert to a temporary bridge in the median beginning on/after Monday, 9/9. Crews will also close Sidenbender Road (25th Street) in Terre Haute to replace the existing bridges on I-70 with a tunnel. Work is expected to last until mid-November, weather permitting...

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 6, 2024) – Clay Community Schools received $81,000 for safety upgrades through the state's Secured School Safety Grant Program supported by area lawmakers. State Rep. Bob Heaton (R-Terre Haute) said the funding is part of the state's biennial budget passed in 2023, which made significant investments in school safety. In all, 499 schools across Indiana's 92 counties received $24 million total in state matching grants...

According to the Indiana Department of Workforce Development, there are currently 2,566 job openings in Indiana Growth Region 7 (Clay, Parke, Putnam, Sullivan, Vermillion and Vigo counties). To help employers fill these positions and to assist the job seekers in our community, the Western Indiana Workforce Development Board (WIWDB) and WorkOne Western Indiana (WorkOne West) has partnered with the Indiana National Guard to host a community job fairs in Putnam County. ...

The story of Thrifty Soul Variety Shop is not just about the items it offers but about its unique mission. Maranda McKinney of Soul Light Ministries shares that the shop's concept was born from a holiday discussion with the kids about the importance of helping others...

Clay Court subdivision offers new housing for residents Residential development has been a significant topic in Clay County for several years due to the urgent need for more housing for its residents. A new development is underway in Staunton to address these housing insecurities. The Clay Court subdivision will have ten brand-new homes...

The Brazil Post office is blocked off and surrounded by police cars on Tuesday morning. According to officials at the scene, a mysterious package was discovered near the lobby of the building at 227 West National Avenue. When notified, Brazil Police officers blocked off the post office parking lot, evacuated the post office staff and the closest business- to ensure public safety, and contacted the Indiana State Police for bomb squad personnel...