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The Clay County Historical Society has announced the dedication of the Bicentennial Memorial Legacy Park at 2 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 2, at the museum, 100 E. National Ave., Brazil. There will be an open house in the museum following the ceremony. This is a State of Indiana Bicentennial sanctioned Legacy Project...

The Brazil Concert Band, under the direction of Matthew S. Huber, will perform at 6:30 p.m. until dusk on Saturday, Oct. 1 in Forest Park during the Brazil Sesquicentennial. The program will feature marches by Jewell, Fillmore and Sousa plus patriotic favorites...

Congratulations to the K-Day Royalty — Members of the court Brianna Lippard and Sara Lovett, Key Club Advisor Pat Frider, Princess Jessica Buckingham, Queen Libbie Payne and (in back) Prince Ethan Fugate and King Alex Harrison.

Grace Aker Cohn will celebrate her 100th birthday on Oct. 1. Her family is inviting friends to join them in celebrating Grace’s milestone with a party at the Reelsville Fire Department from 1-4 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 1. Cards and well wishes are welcome, but the family is requesting no gifts...

Commodore Perry Eppert, a native of Clermont County, Ohio, was born January 31, 1842. He was left an orphan in his childhood and was placed under the care of a guardian. Being ambitious to acquire an education, he was sent to school. At times he was scantily clothed and had to earn the means to provide for his school books. At the age of 17 he came to Clay County, passed an examination and was licensed to teach...

Surgeries await the Sartors Yard work has been set aside for several more days. My blue gardening gloves are in the cabinet enjoying a much deserved rest. The flowers of summer are still holding their colors and the last of our small garden has been harvested by us. We shared with family...

**CLAY COUNTY JUSTICE CENTER The following jail booking occurred September 25-27: Barger, Brianna N.: Illegal possession of alcoholic beverage (MC), Operating vehicle while intoxicated (MC) and Operating vehicle while intoxicated

The following filings were reported in Clay Superior Court during September 25-27: Sagen R. Orman vs Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles, Robert A. Pell and Office of Indiana Attorney General State vs Clifton L. Head, 60: Dealing in methamphetamine, Possession of methamphetamine, Unlawful possession of syringe, Unlawful possession of a firearm by a domestic batterer...

Athena Johnson’s birthday party invitation looks like many other invitations to a child’s 10th birthday. There are a popcorn box and soda cup. A ticket reads, “Admit one.” “Lights, Camera, Action, Join us as we celebrate Athena’s Birthday.” There the similarity ends. The back of the card reads, “No presents!! Please bring food for the school backpack program!!”...

Chuck Crabb, assistant athletic director for facilities at Indiana University, (right) spoke to the Brazil Rotary Club Sept. 21. He was introduced by his father, former Mayor Kenny Crabb (left.)

Anyone with information related to suspected marijuana activity is urged to call Kempf at the Putnamville Post at 765-653-4114.

A Florida man was taken to St. Vincent Hospital in Brazil following a single-vehicle crash on Interstate 70. Vigo County Sheriff’s deputies were called to the 14 mile marker at around 4 a.m. Monday to a crash with injuries. Deputies say 46-year-old Rhonda Holt of Tennessee, was traveling east on I-70 when her vehicle drifted off the roadway causing her to overcorrect and collide with a concrete barrier. ...

INDIANAPOLIS (September 26, 2016) — The Indiana Office of Energy Development (OED) today announced that eligible Indiana entities involved in community energy conservation projects can begin applying for a share of $250,000 through its Fall 2016 Community Conservation Challenge (CCC) grant program...

"You mess with one; you got us all: The Boys of Fall!" is the motto of this annual fundraising event.

The Clay County Historical Society has announced the dedication of the Bicentennial Memorial Legacy Park at 2 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 2, at the museum, 100 E. National Ave., Brazil. There will be an open house in the museum following the ceremony. This is a State of Indiana Bicentennial sanctioned Legacy Project...

The city of Brazil has announced its heavy trash collection schedule. On Sept. 30, the city will collect heavy trash for those on Monday’s route; Oct. 7, Tuesday’s route; Oct. 21, Wednesday’s route; and Oct. 28, Thursday’s route. City services will be closed on Monday, Oct. 10 for Columbus Day. Trash will be collected one day late that week...

The Brazil Times is updating information for its upcoming Discover Clay County publication. Any business with recent changes to its contact information should call us by Oct. 9. New businesses are also urged to call the office at 812-446-2216.

A city celebrates a milestone of this magnitude only once in a person's lifetime. It is Brazil's 150th anniversary and the celebration will be in Forest Park. The City is working to get the Brazilian fountain operating in time for the event, said Parks Superintendent Marv Moon...

A Cory woman spent the night in the hospital after an all-terrain vehicle accident Saturday afternoon. According to information provided by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, Samantha Jo Stoops, 25, was probably distracted while riding by herself, just East of Cory near County Road 100 South, when the Arctic Cat ATV she was driving drifted off the road about 3:45 p.m...

Times Staff Report The search of a garage on County Road 340 West took several hours and peaked the curiosity of local residents about the joint investigation by the Brazil Police Department and the Clay County Sheriff’s Department this past Tuesday. The investigation into a missing dump truck and a large amount of tools led to the arrest of three Brazil residents...

Choir students at North Clay Middle School have really gone places in recent years. Some have performed the National Anthem at an Indiana Fever women’s basketball game in Indianapolis, others have performed at Victory Field — the home of the Indianapolis Indians. In November, North Clay’s mixed eighth-grade group is planning to sing the anthem at an Indiana Pacers game...

If you are an acquaintance of Bill Robertson, you are invited to celebrate his 90th Birthday on Saturday, Oct. 8 from 2-4 p.m. at the First Christian Church of Brazil. He was born in Cory and graduated from Brazil High School. He was a mechanic and service manager in the Brazil area most of his life...

The Woodburn Family Reunion will begin at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 1 at the Bowling Green Community Building behind Old Settlers Grounds on U.S. 46. A free meal will be served at noon which includes fried chicken, tea and lemonade. Paper products and plastic will be furnished. Those attending are asked to bring a side dish or two, lawn chairs and any pictures of family memorabilia. Don Woodburn will have an update on additions to the family tree...

Cloverleaf Healthcare of Knightsville is hosting a fall carnival for its residents and the local community. It will be Friday, Sept. 30 from 4 to 8 p.m. There will be several carnival games along with a dunk tank, food and prizes. Non-perishable food items and cash donations will be collected Sept. 1-30 at all First Financial banking centers in Indiana and Illinois. Donation barrels for food items and counter boxes for cash will be accessible to the public in every banking center lobby...

The following jail booking occurred September 23-25: Carbone, KB: Domestic batter (F6), Domestic battery - prior conviction (F6) and Domestic battery - prior conviction (F6) Carbone, Naydale Lynn: Domestic batter (F6) and Domestic battery Dyer, Colton J.: Battery against public safety officer (F6), Resisting law enforcement (MA) and Disorderly conduct (MB)...

The Fall Fest Bean Dinner fundraiser will be 4:30 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 24 at the FBC Christian Youth Campground, 525 East CR 1200 N. Brazil. The menu includes ham and beans, fried potatoes, cornbread and a drink — all for a donation cost. Desserts are available for a separate cost. There will also be live music...

The Power of Community (POC) fundraising dinner Thursday empowers the local residents to enrich young students to read and learn. Linzy Raley, a committee member for the POC, explained during the event that Success By Six is designed to help children under the age of 6 enter school prepared to be successful for their years that follow, while the “Real Men Read” program provides male role models to inspire 331 kindergarten students throughout the various schools in Clay County...

The Indiana Sheriffs’ Association has opened the first in-state academy dedicated exclusively to training and certifying law enforcement canines. “Canines have extraordinary talents in sight, smell, agility and diligence that can be invaluable policing tools in making our communities safer,” said Steve Luce, ISA executive director, during the open house Thursday at the former veterinary clinic located south of Brazil on State Road 59. ...

The Indiana Military Veterans Hall of Fame will induct 12 Hoosier veterans, including former Gov. George N. Craig of Brazil, into its 2016 Class on Nov. 4. The non-profit organization honors veterans for their military service achievements and community contributions...

The 2016 Northview Homecoming Queen Parker Spears is crowned by Clay Community Schools Superintendent Jeff Fritz while the queen’s escort, Bryce Minor looks on. Parker’s parents are Erica and Michael Nichols and Matt Spears. She is a senior, likes to play basketball, softball, and is in Excaliber, DECA and National Honor Society. She plans to attend IUPUI and become a nurse practitioner...

Happening Today The Cory Apple Festival will continue through Sunday. Today’s activities include a golf scramble, kiddie tractor pull, kids games, car show, fish fry, cornhole tournament, riding lawnmower derby, live entertainment and fireworks. On Sunday, there will be gospel music, a worship service, chicken noodle dinner and a parade at 3 p.m...

Clay Youth League will host a league-wide meeting at 1 p.m. Sunday, Oct 2 to discuss potential rule changes, with officers election will follow. Any and all paid members/coaches are welcome to discuss ideas and vote.

What do you do with a Disney Princess Tierra when you’re a football quarterback? If you’re Luke Lancaster, a senior at Northview High School, you wear it with pride. Lancaster was named the Penny King Friday during the pep session at the school for the homecoming weekend. The Student Council-sponsored event raised $250, which will be donated to the Kreyton Quinn Memorial Scholarship Fund per Lancaster’s request...

There is adoration tomorrow (Sunday) from 10-1 p.m. in the Church with Benediction at 1. The St. Vincent de Paul food pantry is need of canned meat. Thank you for your continued support. All men in 5th through 12th grades are invited to our weekly Fraternus meeting at 7 p.m. at the parish center. It is a weekly meeting of fun, activities, movies and a chance to talk about manhood and what it means to be a man in today’s culture. A young man does not need to be Catholic to participate...

Over this past weekend I did a lot of yard work, praying and hoping for the first frost so the grass will go to sleep for the winter. One of the many tasks after mowing, weed eating and using my blower to clear the drive was to prune a tree. This is not something I’m altogether comfortable doing and I do not have much experience pruning. ...

**CLAY COUNTY JUSTICE CENTER The following jail booking occurred September 22-23: Whitmer, Chadrick: Possession of methamphetamine (F6) Scott, Andrew Wayne: Possession of Methamphetamine(F6), Possession f paraphernalia (MC) and Parole hold

The following filings were reported in Clay Superior Court during September 22-23: Discover Bank vs Joshua M. King Teddy Henderson vs Shayla McMichael State vs Jesse L. Mathews, 35: Theft State vs Kristen M. Leach, 33: Burglary and Theft State vs Tonya W. McCandless, 46: Burglary, Theft and Possession of marijuana...

Brazil is currently working on a comprehensive plan that will identify goals, policies and action steps to guide the community for the next 20 years. The city needs your help and input to decide what is best for the community’s future! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to share your ideas for how Brazil should grow, where development and reinvestment should be located and much more. ...

The annual K-Day Parade steps off at 2 p.m., Saturday, from Chicago Avenue, traveling east on U.S. 40 to Washington Street. Line up begins at 1 p.m. Units should check with the organizers on duty at 1 p.m. to determine the order of the parade, said Ann Walden...

We often hear from married couples during estate planning conferences that they do not plan to go to a nursing home. Our half-joking reply is that lines rarely form for people wanting to enter nursing homes unless they are visiting nursing home residents. ...

At Towne Park Assisted Living of Brazil, we know a thing or two about making a smooth transition from family home to senior communities. We hope these top 10 tips make it easier as you choose a community that best fits your needs. 1. Tour the community. ...

Q: How can a nursing facility help a family member get a break from caring for a loved one? Taking care of a loved one at home can have a costly toll on the caregiver over time. Constantly meeting the needs of another at all times can be an extreme burden that leads to caregiver burnout. ...

Families faced with the diagnosis of Alzheimer’s or dementia of a loved one have a lot to worry about, but one local Wabash Valley senior care provider has recently developed some tools to help. “Our goal is to help families and seniors dealing with these issues,” said Taylor Lock, Business Development Manager with Home Instead Senior Care in Terre Haute. ...

Towne Park Assisted Living Center resident Rosella Lines and 1-year old Meredith, a Terrier mix, became good friends during a recent Clay County Humane Society Pet Adoption Event at the facility located at 503 South Murphy Ave., Brazil. The employees, along with the residents, said they enjoy the furry friends in their lives and hoped the event would help to find homes for local shelter pets. ...

September is Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) Awareness Month. PAD — commonly referred to as ‘poor circulation’ — is when fatty deposits in the arteries outside the heart (often in the legs) cause blockage or narrowing, resulting in reduced blood flow to the legs and feet. ...

One cannot be totally objective when reporting an event like the torch relay that marked Indiana’s 200th anniversary. Riding in the media car, we watched hundreds of people take pictures of the caravan and the torchbearers. We saw homemade signs and people cheering for those walking, sometimes running, holding a 3-pound torch that carries the flame that’s not been extinguished since the torch relay began on Sept. 9 in Corydon...

The following jail booking occurred September 20-22: Foster, Micael Odes: Operating vehicle while intoxicated endangering a person (F6) and Operating vehicle with ACE of .15 or more (F6) and Driving while suspended (F6) Head, Clifton L.: Unlawful possession of syringe (F5), Maintaining common nuisance (F6), Dealing in methamphetamine (F5), Possession of methamphetamine (F6) and Possession of paraphernalia with prior conviction (MA)...

The following filings were reported in Clay Superior Court during September 20-22: Julie Peters vs James S. Dickerson Brazil Housing Authority vs Chelsey Reed Corvee vs Steven Kaho, Tina Jordan, Simon Santiago, Corey Crowder, Diane Lohrman, Dustin Lalen, Joshua Muncie,...