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There is a hint of gold among the trees; A touch of nippy frost is in the air. The squirrels are hoarding nuts for winter days; They scurry round and hide them with great care. I hear the plaintive coo of a mourning dove And share the cardinal’s song of praise...

American Legion Post 2, Clay County, Indiana The American Legion, already underway in every state in the union, is the organization of the service men returned to civilian ways, to unite the efforts of those four million men, who through national service, saw a vision of national betterment and dreamed, in a vague way, of this organization promoting it...

The Friendly Benwood Church Christian Youth Camp, located at 525 E. CR 1200 N, Brazil, will host a free horse demonstration by Paul Daily of Wild Horse Ministries on Wednesday, Oct. 3 at 6 p.m. Come and watch Daily as he works with an untrained horse and explains the Round Pen of Life to his audience - pointing out similarities between man’s relationship with God and a horse’s relationship with his trainer...

This Mayor’s Ride annual fundraiser to support the Clay County Humane Society Rescue and Adoption Center, and also this year for the Brazil Police Department’s K-9 Unit, has exceeded even the wildest expectations. “This year was a complete blowout,” said Wyndham about the donations that are still coming in. “The bar has been set really high, to say the least.”...

Christmas came early to the YMCA and the Clay County Youth Food Delivery Program. Duke Energy is funding nearly half of the cost of delivering food over Christmas break to hundreds of children in the county who would otherwise do without. The money came from the Duke Foundation...

The Clay County Youth Food Delivery Program has issued a “Food Challenge” urging community members to donate 350 jars of 16oz peanut butter by Oct. 1, before the schools’ fall break but donations are accepted any time. The organization currently feeds 350 children throughout the county schools. During fall break they provide children with a jar of peanut butter, 10 sleeves of Pop Tarts, 10 granola bars, fruit snacks, juice, Vienna sausages, and applesauce...

Farmers throughout Clay County have begun the fall harvest season. Law enforcement officials urge motorists to be aware while driving. Drivers can expect to see large farm implements traveling on the roads, which may need additional roadway space, so be prepared to slow down, pull to the side or stop. ...

There’s a new place to park in front of Brazil City Hall thanks to the Brazil Lions Club. The bike rack is north of the building near the sidewalk area near US 40.

Submitted photo Mayor Brian Wyndham has proclaimed the week of Sept. 17-23 as Daughters of the American Revolution Constitution Week in Brazil. (L-R) Cheryl Steuerwald, Chapter Historian, Mayor Wyndham, Erin Dulin, Chapter Regent.

Despite humid temperatures, it was all smiles, music, fun, and games during the Cloverleaf Healthcare of Knightsville annual Fall Carnival Sept. 21. The special event was held for residents, their family members, staff and the public. The event was moved up a day this year with the potential for bad weather on Friday, but those who came out were able to enjoy refreshments, games, a petting zoo, bounce house and the toe-tapping Elvis Tribute Show by local musician Eric Brown...

John Spicknall’s Jazz Piano Trio will add saxophonist Sam Fagaly to the band to perform “Jazz Standards Revisited” in Boyce Recital Hall of the Landini Center for Fine and Performing Arts Sept. 30 at 2 p.m.

The basketball and tennis courts at Babe Wheeler Park are getting a much-needed facelift. Central Indiana Asphalt, from Terre Haute, have completed both courts and striped the tennis court that can also allow it to be used for pickleball. The new netting for that court is expected to be placed on the court within a few days...

Residents at “The Villas” honor local heroes for their service

The descendants of William W. and Laverna E. (Payne) Stevenson met at the Goshorn Park in Clay City on Sept. 8. The five living siblings were all present, there being James Stevenson of Niles, Michigan, Harvie and Thelma Stevenson of Danville, Indiana, Anna Denney of Jasonville, Indiana, Wilma Cochran of Coalmont, Indiana and Warren and Jane Stevenson of Lewis, Indiana...

The Eliza Rizley Stacey Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution is once again sponsoring the “American History Essay Contest” for students in grades 5-8 and the “Christopher Columbus Essay Contest” for students in grades 9-12. All information has been mailed to local schools...

Submitted photo The Knights of Columbus Men recently presented meal cards to the Clay County sheriff and the Brazil Fire Department fire chief, thanking them for all they do for Clay County.

Grammy-nominated Tim Menzies will perform at First Church of the Nazarene, 1002 E. National Avenue, Brazil, at 7 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 29 for a free-will offering. Menzies wrote the song, “Mama Knows,” recorded by Shenandoah. Menzies is also a studio musician. This concert is sponsored by French Funeral Home and Pappy’s Bar-B-Que...

Braxton Gives Back has given a $2,500 grant to Be Nice, Be Kind for tutoring children of all ages. Pam Fischer, director of Launch Academy, speaking for the Be Nice, Be Kind committee, said there will also be fundraisers to add to the fund to make it self-sustaining...

Cliff Blanchard, daughter Heather Wallace and grandson Cameron Wallace, traveled to Dayton, Ohio, for the 22nd Annual Air Force Marathon. The 13,500 registered participants represented all 50 states and 16 countries with about 40 percent being military personnel...

Residents living within the Carbon area can expect to see future changes with regards to their wastewater. Town Board President Mike Bemis was very grateful to everyone who’s put forth a lot of hard work the past couple of years to acquire a grant from the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs (OCRA) to update the wastewater system for the town...

A crowd of hundreds of people of all ages from the very young to the very old spilled into the North Clay Middle School Auditeria Saturday night to once more honor the eight people who comprise the inaugural class of the Hall of Knights. Jim Buell Jr., and Specialist Arronn Fields, Cpl. Gregory S. Stultz were honored posthumously. Carri (Long) Dekkers, Dr. Ann tilley, Lt. Col. Matthew J. Clausen, Lynn Romas and Eric Shanks were honored as most were able to attend the ceremony...

The Clay County Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting to welcome customers into a new business, Mason’s Glass & Mirror, 912 W. National Ave., Brazil, on Saturday morning. The new owners have their business in the former L&S Glass store. Pictured are Shellina Shearer, Dyllan James, Breckin James, Tony Holmes, Kerri James, Jeremy Mason, Kelly Mason, Jordan Keyt, Brenda Singleton, Marshall Singleton and Abi Sherarer...

(courtesy of Lu Newby) Sunday School begins at 9:30 a.m., followed by morning worship service at 10:30. Mark Miller is our minister. Wee Worship meets at 10:30 in the Educational Wing. Children’s Church meets with adult worship until after the offering is taken, when they dismiss to their classroom...

Shortly before 9 p.m., Friday, fire was reported on the second floor at Cooper Towers. No one was injured, said Brazil Fire Chief Jake Bennett on Saturday morning. The fire started in the kitchen of an apartment on the second floor of Cooper Towers.

The 2018 Northview High School Homecoming Queen is Eden Siples, who was escorted by Logan Benton. Siples was crowned during a ceremony before the annual football game at the high school. The two had a good time during the ceremony, posing with a few props on the field and meeting many people in the crowd for pictures afterward...

We invite you to join us this Sunday, September 23rd, at Peniel United Methodist Church. Our Sunday School begins at 10:00 a.m. There are classes for all age groups. The Worship Service is at 11:00 a.m. Pastor Kent will begin a new sermon series, entitled Be A Kingdom Builder! The scripture reference is Matthew 7:24-27 and John 4:1-42...

Hundreds of local residents, including many customers of Riddell National Bank, enjoyed a free lunch on Friday during the bank’s annual Customer Appreciation Day. Nathan Marshall provided the live music.

Submitted photo Miss Gracie & Marleigh Pritchard had a lemonade stand this summer and sold slime at the Brazil Main Street 40 Fest. They are donating $125 from their sales to feed a child for the school year. They are handing their donation to Miss Clara Thompson who raised $572 this weekend selling cookies at the festival...

It’s been a busy summer for two city departments. Currently, many city employees are doing road work, mowing city properties and repairing a few water lines in preparation for the arrival of fall and winter. Brazil Water Superintendent Corky West said the most recent leak that needed a repair took place on Depot Street on Sept. 13...

Law enforcement officers from two agencies were following a tip while tracking down suspects wanted by Parke County authorities Thursday night. The Parke County Sheriff’s Department (PCSD) was working with Clay County officials to search for suspects believed involved in a recent burglary case in the rural Montezuma area...

The Northview Hall of Knights will welcome its introductory class the weekend of Sept. 21-22 by recognizing a group of outstanding graduates of the school. The group of eight Northview High School graduates have gone on to accomplish great things in a variety of different fields during their careers...

Clay Community School Board of Trustees recently heard exciting news regarding the adult educational learning services provided in the community. Superintendent Jeffrey Fritz said GOALS (Greater Opportunity for Adult Learning Services) Academy Adult Education Coordinator Elizabeth Coley was going to tell them something special during the regular board meeting...

The Clay Community School Board of Trustees will meet in a special session on Monday, Sept. 24 at 6:30 p.m. in the board room of the Central Administration office, 1013 S. Forest Ave., Brazil Board members will review information and adopt the 2019 Budget, Capital Projects plan and the school bus replacement plan...

Republicans gathered Sept. 14th at Forest Park’s Cow Palace for a meet and greet. Those present enjoyed hot dogs and other refreshments.

Clay County Democrats announced plans for the fall election season, at the Villas of Holly Brook on Tuesday. Party Chair Harvey Roscoe announced this year’s Freedom Dinner (formerly known as Jefferson-Jackson Day) will be at 6 p.m., Oct. 4, in the Knightsville Community Center. The cost is $5 per ticket. The party is also planning a meet and greet at noon Oct. 14th at Forest Park Cow Palace...

School officials became aware of the situation around 3:30 a.m. and contacted local law enforcement. Clay County Sheriff Paul Harden confirmed members of the sheriff’s department and the Brazil Police Department “quickly responded to the report” and started the investigation. Harden said investigators believed there was not a credible threat...

Members of the new Sew Much More Quilt Group (SMMQ) met last Thursday at the Brazil Public Library. Teri Winegar and Annette Strunk were discussing various design and sewing techniques used to create various quilting projects. Winegar talked about a blue on blue block design called “X & O,” while Strunk discussed using various uniform colors to create a “jelly roll” design titled “Scrappy Trails.”...

Friendly Benwood Camp will have a ham and bean dinner on Saturday, Sept. 22nd from 3-9 p.m. Ham and Beans, cornbread, fried potatoes and drink with /dessert. are on the menu for a donation. The public is invited to senior bingo the last Wednesday of each month at 2 p.m. at Towne Park Assisted Living, 503 S. Murphy Ave., Brazil...

Brazil Kiwanis’ annual K-Day Pancake & Sausage Feast is Saturday, Sept.22 at VFW Post 1127, 303 S. Depot St., Brazil from 8 a.m. to noon. Northview High School Key Club sponsors the pageant for Queen/King and Princess/Prince and sells tickets for the feast...

“Brazil is the great mining center, in fact, the bulk, or nearly all the operators, have their headquarters here. . .” Nickel Plate Mine was owned by the Jackson Coal and Mining Company. “There is probably no company in the block coal district so well and favorably known, and no coal that is so popular and eagerly sought in the market as the Nickel Plate block coal... ...

This senior was sitting here trying to remember that night in September, however I decided it wasn’t nearly as important as connecting with you through The Brazil Times! This has been a beautiful day weather wise and otherwise. We former country kids noted signs of change have begun already...

The Northview Hall of Knights will welcome its introductory class the weekend of Sept. 21-22 by recognizing a group of outstanding graduates of the school. The group of eight Northview High School graduates have gone on to accomplish great things in a variety of different fields during their careers...

A Brazil man is in custody at the Clay County Justice Center after a traffic stop led to a high-speed pursuit in a pickup truck. According to the Clay County Sheriff’s Department, Tracey Wayne Burk, 49, Brazil, is currently awaiting formal charges for the incident that occurred in the early morning of Friday, Sept. 14...

Clay County— On Friday, Sept. 14, Indiana State Police troopers assisted the Clay County Community Corrections and Clay County Probation Office with a routine compliance check at 716 North Washington Street in Brazil. During a search of the residence, officers located approximately 862 grams of suspected methamphetamine, $7,657 in US currency, and paraphernalia items. Three occupants were taken into custody and incarcerated in the Clay County Justice Center...

The Brazil Public Library is hosting a free public event on Tuesday, Oct. 2, at 6 p.m. for "That's My Jam". Guest speaker Hannah Helton, from the Clay County Extension Service, will enlighten participants on safe techniques for canning jellies and jams...

The Eliza Rizley Stacey Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution is once again sponsoring the “American History Essay Contest” for students in grades 5-8 and the “Christopher Columbus Essay Contest” for students in grades 9-12. All information has been mailed to local schools...

The Carbon United Methodist Church is hosting its fourth white elephant sale on Oct. 5th at 5 p.m. Soup, sandwiches and desserts will be furnished. Bring a white elephant item in a paper bag and join the fun. There will also be a silent auction of special items of worth...

A near record 124 children participated in Saturday's Fishing Fun Day at Craig Park. Late every summer for decades hundreds of children and their parents, grandparents and other adults have gathered at Craig Park in Brazil to dip a line in the cool water and, hopefully, pull up a nice catch for their effort. This year, children received a variety of gifts for attending, thanks to local merchants, the Brazil Elks and the effort of the Brazil Parks Board...

Northview High School's 2018 Homecoming is Friday night. The new Homecoming Queen and court will be crowned at 6:30 p.m. on the football field. Queen candidates include (top photo, top row) Madeline Sinders, Eden Siples, Makayla Sparks (bottom row) Katelyn Kidwell, Addy Thompson and Greta Swaim...