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On Monday, Brazil Police Department officials released the name of a man who died in an early morning traffic accident on July 5. Details are limited due to the ongoing investigation, but officials confirmed Jeremy Ray, 40, died from injuries sustained in a vehicle versus pedestrian crash on National Ave. & Harrison St...

On Monday, the Indiana State Department of Health reported 4,912 new tests performed in 24 hours (July 3-5), with 330 new positive results, and five new deaths throughout the state. In the Wabash Valley, the ISDH data shows Clay County is ranked fourth for COVID-19 positive cases when considering the eight counties in District 7...

The Clay County Commissioners have announced that face masks will be required by the public to enter the Courthouse and all other county offices and departments until further notice. This decision is based on the Governor’s appeal to the public to wear face masks to help reduce the spread of the virus...

The Purdue Extension Nutrition Education Program (NEP) improves nutrition and health in communities statewide. We work with limited-resource audiences in five areas: NEP’s mission is to empower SNAP-eligible audiences to make healthy lifestyle choices through education and engagement of individuals, families and communities in support of policy, systems and environmental change...

If anything is stable at this time, it’s the use of the word “tentative”. The fluidity of the present pandemic has caused leaders around the country to alter their plans. This happened in Indiana last week when Governor Holcomb postponed Stage 5 of the Back on Track Indiana Plan and, instead, moved to Stage 4.5. Stage 4.5 limits social gatherings to no more than 250 people through Friday, July 17; unfortunately, this directly impacted the date for the NHS 2020 Graduation...

Saturday’s protests at the Clay County Court House has drawn the attention of County Commissioner Marty Heffner. Heffner began his term as president of the Commissioners at Monday’s meeting. Commissioner Bryan Allender was president the first half of 2020 and it had been agreed that Heffner would take over in the July meeting...

The Brazil High School Class of 1954 is planning a reunion on Saturday, July 18, time and place to be announced. Call (317) 550-8883 for more information.

The winner of the $10,000 Grand Prize in the Brazil Rotary 85th annual 4th of July Celebration drawing was Ty Smith of Terre Haute. https://www.facebook.com/brazil.times/videos/582907682367132/

Photo Gallery https://www.thebraziltimes.com/gallery/37155

In the early days there were horse thieves, robbers, and murderers that infested Clay County. It was an impossibility to arrest the culprits and secure their convictions according to law. The criminals banded together; when one of them got into trouble, the others would stand by him until he was cleared. ...

Several boats could be seen out on the water at Craig Park Lake this past weekend, many with people enjoying the afternoon with fishing poles in the water.

A few groups of protesters gathered on the lawn of the Clay County Court House on Independence Day, said Police Chief Clint McQueen. The peaceful protest was over in about an hour and there was no engagement with local residents.

See a gallery of photos taken during the 2020 Brazil Rotary Club 4th of July Celebration. https://www.thebraziltimes.com/gallery/37155 Watch for more photos to be added to this gallery.

I hear loud sounds of fire crackers nearby. Some are annoyed with the extra noise in this quiet neighborhood. As long as those fireworks are handled responsibly, in the right hands; my ears can take it. We enjoy knowing folks are celebrating, lighting up the night sky and having a good time...

The Brazil Concert Band takes the stage Sunday evening at Forest Park during the upcoming 4th of July festivities. Band Director Matthew S. Huber and John Huber stopped by the Concert Shell Friday to work on the “social distancing” floor plan for the band members” due to COVID-19. The concert starts at 8 p.m., Sunday...

The Purdue Extension Nutrition Education Program (NEP) improves nutrition and health in communities statewide. We work with limited-resource audiences in five areas: Diet quality Physical activity Food resource management Food security Food safety NEP’s mission is to empower SNAP-eligible audiences to make healthy lifestyle choices through education and engagement of individuals, families and communities in support of policy, systems and environmental change...

First United Methodist Church Our Opportunities June 05, 2020 – July 12, 2020 Sunday – July 05 9:00a Traditional Worship Service 11:00a Contemporary Worship Service Monday – July 06 6:30p Trustees Meeting Wednesday – July 08...

The next Staunton Community Center Dinner, presented by the Lady Volunteers, is now planned for Friday August 28 from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. Details will be forthcoming in the next few weeks. STAUNTON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH NEWS Sunday morning church service starts at 10:45. ...

There will be a new feature to the Rotary Club 85th Annual 4th of July Celebration this year filling the area along the gravel pathway created in the park and near the historic cabins. The Zones have been created as free attractions to replace the carnival and games and be dedicated to Kids, Heroes, History, and the Community, and include a few craft and other merchandise vendors. ...

The Rotary Club's 85th Annual 4th of July Celebration was set up earlier in the week and will be ready to go for all that visit over the holiday weekend.

What does Independence Day mean to you? By Frank Phillips Times Editor I don’t know about you but my happiest memories of past Indpendence Days did not involve spending a lot of money. In fact, some were downright cheap but fun. When I was young we set off sparklers and later bottle rockets in the back yard of my parents’ home...

When it was announced in April we would be cutting our print days from four days to two, we said it would be temporary because of the coronavirus pandemic. That’s still our plan. The change was put into place when our advertising revenue — especially inserts — dropped drastically because businesses decided not to advertise as much during the pandemic. ...

The Brazil Concert Band takes the stage Sunday evening at Forest Park,k in Brazil, Indiana, during the upcoming 4th of July festivities. Band Director Matthew S. Huber and band member John Huber stopped by the Concert Shell Friday to work on the “social distancing” floor plan for the band members” due to COVID-19. The concert starts at 8 p.m., Sunday...

Governor Eric J. Holcomb today announced the state will modify the Back On Track Indiana plan through at least July 17. “While most of our health indicators remain positive, our data indicates a need to be extra cautious, which is why we will pause much of our Back on Track roadmap,” Gov. Holcomb said. “I urge Hoosiers to maintain vigilance in social distancing and wearing masks so we can continue to reopen our state for business.”

A ‘roadmap’ of what going back to school will look like in August was unanimously approved during the Tuesday special session meeting of the Clay Community School Corporation Board of Trustee meeting. Superintendent Jeff Fritz told the trustees and members of the audience in the board room of the Central Administrative Office there were a lot of unknowns due to COVID-19 in the upcoming school year. Still, the main goal is to provide the safest learning experience for students and staff members...

State Rep. Alan Morrison (R-Brazil) encourages Hoosiers who may be struggling to make ends meet and needing food assistance to turn to the state’s recently launched Operation Food program for help. Indiana’s community kitchens, pantries and food banks saw a 154% increase in visits since the onset of COVID-19, according to the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration. ...

CLAY AND VIGO COUNTIES – The Indiana Department of Transportation announces a project to improve bridge decks will begin on or after Monday, July 6. Motorists will be controlled at the bridges on two-lane roadways with a temporary traffic signal while construction work is underway...

The Rev. Dr. Quentin Madden became the pastor of Brazil First Baptist Church officially on June 28, 2020. Quentin was drawn by the church’s focus on social ministry. He said, “The church is here not for us, but for God and for others and so I am excited about being a part of a church that wants to serve God by loving others in very real ways.”...

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- The National Air and Space Intelligence Center welcomed Col. Maurizio D. Calabrese, a 1992 graduate of Northview High School, as its new commander during an assumption of command ceremony here, June 9. Due to the ongoing COVID-19 response, Center leaders limited in-person attendance and instead streamed the ceremony live from the NASIC Forum at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio...

Nothing represents the 4th of July holiday more than fireworks. Fireworks can be fun, but are also dangerous. The safest way to enjoy fireworks is through viewing a public display conducted by a professional. 2020 will be the Brazil Rotary’s 85th Annual Fourth of July Celebration at Forest Park, and Aerial Arts public display is viewable from many locations in our community within and near Forest Park. ...

(Terre Haute, Indiana) – The Terre Haute Symphony Orchestra has exciting news coming out of the COVID pandemic; the announcement of new Executive Director, Samantha Johnson-Helms. No stranger to the Terre Haute Symphony Orchestra (THSO), Johnson-Helms (or Sammy, as she is known) has been the Symphony’s Principal Clarinet since 2013, along with serving as the organization’s Personnel Manager in 2018 and recently working as the Marketing Manager...

With all that’s been going on in our country—with all the fighting over race relations, debates over whether we should or should not wear a mask, the politicians posturing over positions, power, and pride, the integrity of the media, the control we have allowed fear to have over our lives—we can’t stop the calendar. ...

Many offices are mandated to only allow so many people inside at one time. That is obviously what is going on at the Brazil office of the Bureau of Motor Vehicles. A long line of people, some practicing social distancing, can be seen any time during business hours, standing outside, regardless of the weather...

You have probably seen the message in one or more of its various forms: Don’t use your cell phone when driving. Starting Wednesday, July 1, it will be the law in Indiana and your could face a fine if an officer pulls you over because he sees you using your phone...

On Monday, the Indiana State Department of Health reported 6,127 new tests performed in 24 hours (June 27-28), with 312 new positive results, and five new deaths throughout the state. In the Wabash Valley, the ISDH data shows Clay County is ranked fourth for COVID-19 positive cases when considering the eight counties in District 7...

Time is of the essence during an accident involving grain entrapment, which is why Duke Energy Foundation recently awarded the Clay City Harrison Township Volunteer Fire Department with a $2,000 grant to purchase additional safety equipment. Duke Energy Community Relations Directors (Southwest Region) Rick Burger and Kurt Phegley worked together to acquire the fire department’s grant...

Due to unforeseen circumstances, this year’s Hull-Dickison Reunion will not be held, but (the family) is looking forward to next year. The Hassler Reunion has been canceled for this year as well.

A Brazil man faces felony charges of sexual misconduct with a minor and criminal confinement in Clay Superior Court. A warrant was issued by the court for the arrest of Nicholas W. Purtell, 37, Brazil, on June 25 upon review of the probable cause affidavit by the Clay County Prosecutor’s Office...

Camp Courtesy was a filling station and tourist camp, with cabins for camping and a party dining room. They had eight tourist cabins. It was located one mile east of Brazil on U.S. Highway 40. At the filling station they advertised Linco Gasoline and Sterling Motor Oil. ...

TERRE HAUTE – Ivy Tech Community College’s Fall 2020 Semester begins August 24, and many in-person classes will be offered in addition to virtual, online, and flexible classes that give students the option to attend online or in-person. Enrollment is open for both current and new students...

As many states in the United States are easing lockdown restrictions, more people are venturing out of self-isolation, anticipating the quarantine is over and looking forward to returning to a healthy, normal life. However, in recent days many states are reporting record numbers of positive COVID-19 cases...

With frequent rain showers and dreary skies overhead, Center Point Fire Chief Dustin True (right) and Assistant Chief Zeph Smith (left) talked with Times Reporter Ivy Jacobs about the changes happening during Saturday's 65th annual Fish Fry Benefit at the location of the new fire department...

The G.I. Ride in support of Team Mercy, Survivors of Suicide at Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1127 was canceled due to the weather and ensure the safety of the participants. Officials confirm the ride has been rescheduled for August 8, with further details to be announced...

First United Methodist Church Our Opportunities June 28, 2020 – July 5, 2020 Sunday – June 28 9:00a Traditional Worship Service 11:00a Contemporary Worship Service Wednesday – July 01 4:30p Somethings Cooking (TAKE-OUT ONLY)...

Staunton Scene The Staunton Lady Volunteers plan to resume monthly Community Center dinners in late July. Details will be forthcoming. STAUNTON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH NEWS Sunday morning church service starts at 10:45. Covid-19 precautions are in place, so everyone can have a safe worship experience. ...

t’s finally summer and the sounds of nature are in full force. Waking up to birds chirping and listening to butterflies fluttering and bees buzzing while enjoying the patio is something we’ve all been looking forward to since winter. But these animals are bringing more than just music to our ears – they’re also bringing food...

Children at the Clay County YMCA Day Camp got to see scientific principles in action last Friday during a science experiment afternoon. This was the culminating event for their “Mad Scientist Week.” Students created water bottle lava lamps, slime, and milk fireworks. They also got to power foam boats with soap and blow up balloons without using air. Every station was led by a counselor who explained the science and guided students to create their own experiment...

The Brazil Concert Band, directed by Matthew S. Huber, is back live and in-person July 5th, 8 p.m. at Forest Park. In case of rain, the concert will take place in the Pavilion. Back Home Again: A Patriotic Salute will feature all the Independence Day favorites to wrap up the Brazil Rotary's annual celebration...

LIMEDALE — A Brazil man died in a single-vehicle crash on Manhattan Road Friday morning. Levi Dotson, 34, was northbound just past the County Road 300 West intersection (Antioch Church) at approximately 7:50 a.m. when he apparently lost control of his 1990 Mazda Miata...