Letters to the Editor

I want to thank The Brazil Times for the many years of positive news and reporting about our schools, students, and staff members. I can assure you that the entire school family appreciates your work. I especially want to thank Ivy Jacobs, Frank Phillips, and Carey Fox for their personal touch in reporting school news; their work and service as professionals in our community are greatly appreciated...

Your life is in danger if you travel west of Brazil on U.S. 40 near Waterworks Road. Three times in the past week I could have been a witness to or part of an accident at that intersection. Two times I was returning from Terre Haute, had my turn signal on to turn south on Waterworks Road when both times a car crossed a double yellow line going way faster than 45 passing me and would have hit a car head on if there was a car turning south from the west bound turn lane for Waterworks Road. ...

Our foster son is enrolled in the Clay County Early Head Start Program. I found out about this program at our local WIC office. His teacher Mrs. Jessica Wymer comes to our home once a week. Our son is 26 months old and he is above average in developmental percentile. ...

Lions Club appreciates support To the editor: The Brazil Lions Club would like to express their appreciation and thanks to the following individuals and businesses who sponsored the 2017 Brazil Lions Club Golf Scramble on June 2, 2017. They include Aames Title, Baeslers, William and Frances Bieker, Chavas Mexican Grill, Clover Signs, Toni Carter - Edwards Jones, Fifth Third Bank, Great Dane Trailers, H&R Block, Hendrich Title, Kroger, LongHorn Steakhouse, Marios, Miller & Stewart, Fred Nevils, Pepsi, Pizza Hut, Riddell National Bank, Gary E. ...

To the editor: Recently I have been pondering the sharp division in American politics and society and wondered: “What has happened to America?” It seems our politicians and our own people have stopped listening to one another to arrive at compromise; instead, we have exchanged it for polarized disagreement through social media “fake news.” We seem to be content to point out symptoms of stress in society and fail to see the big picture...

To the editor: I was called to come pick up several bags of cans because they couldn’t put the lid on the large container. The past commander of the VFW really wants to see some more children fed with our “Rice for Haiti” kids. Past Commander Bob Bigley somewhat apologized that another person there took the tabs for a school kid’s fundraiser and I told him that was all right, they go for a worthy cause, no matter...

To the editor: Prevent Child Abuse of Clay County would like to thank the residents and businesses of Clay County for their part in Prevent Child Abuse month. We would like to thank French’s Funeral Home and Nick French, Brazil Main Street and First Farmers Bank & Trust for sponsoring the many pinwheel gardens in both Brazil and Clay City. ...

To the editor: I am writing this letter to anyone who enjoys stealing whether it’s breaking into cars and homes to stealing bicycles from churches and other places and things. Like many other people here and throughout the county I too have a hard time getting what I need. But those of you who steal from others lack honesty and integrity...

To the editor: The fourth grade students and teachers from Forest Park Elementary School would like to thank Robert Hostetler and the Clay County Historical Society. They volunteered to help bring Indiana, Clay County and Brazil’s history to life for the students and adults...

To the editor:: Van Buren Elementary held a wonderful silent auction at the Spring Carnival on April 28th. We’d like to thank these very generous local and beyond businesses that supported our event. A big thank you to: Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari, Indianapolis Indians Baseball, Big Splash Adventure Waterpark, Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Tumble Express (Sara Stallcop), Lorenze Auto Service, Indiana State University, Indiana Caverns, Cincinnati Reds, A Bushel & A Peck (Lindsey Mershon), The Rack (Ashlee Perkins), Brazil Dairy Queen, Brazil Pizza Hut, Coffee Grounds, Brazil Little Caesar’s Pizza, Brazil McDonald’s, Family Video of Brazil, China’s Best Buffet, Fleta’s Wreaths (Fleta Van Ness), Birch Creek Barnhoff (Ashley Wegner), Clay Youth League (CYL), Bouncin’ Barn, Bogey’s, Cheddars of Terre Haute, Texas Roadhouse of Terre Haute, Usborne Books (Melanie Brunette), Hibbett Sports of Brazil, New Elegance Salon & Spa (Chrissy Modesitt), Brazil Ace Hardware, Lynn’s Pharmacy & Soda Fountain, Walnut Theatre, Fiesta Salon of Brazil, Papa John’s of Brazil, Bite this Bakery (Kassie Gunn), Chick-Fil-A of Terre Haute, Wigwam Skating Rink, Outback Steakhouse Terre Haute, X-Treme Laser Tag, Casey’s General Store – Brazil West Side, Mayberry Malt & Coffee Shoppe, AMC Theatres, Veronica’s Kitchen, Purdue University, Bedwell Tire, Thirty One (Stacy Dickison), Terre Haute Children’s Museum, Fuddruckers of Terre Haute, The Cutting Edge Salon (Brittany Backfish & Lacy Malone), SkyZone of Plainfield, Forest Park Golf Course, Brazilian Lanes, Pappy’s BBQ, Clay Youth Football League (CYFL), Indiana Pacers, Indianapolis Colts, & Riddell National Bank.. ...

To the editor: VFW Post 1127 and American Legion Post 2 of Brazil want to thank all contributors to the Benefit for Liberty Village of Terre Haute held at the VFW April 29. Those contributors include Computer Central, Riddell National Bank, Forest Park Golf, Aerial Arts Fireworks, Lynn’s Pharmacy, Circle P Saloon, Auto E.R., Pat Hardman, Dairy Queen, Kroger, Wings Etc., Warren Tire, Ulta Mutt Pet Salon, Long John Silver’s, Brazilian Lanes, Toppers, Bedwell Tires, Speedway, Hair Inc. ...

To the editor:: Saturday, May 13th marks the 25th anniversary of one of America’s great days of giving — the National Association of Letter Carriers Stamp Out Hunger Food drive. Each year, letter carriers across the country collect non-perishable food donations from our customers to benefit local food pantries...

To the editor: The board of Habitat of Clay County wishes to thank the many people who helped make our Jonah Fish Fry a huge success. We thank The Brazil Times, Clay City News, Riddell National Bank, Terre Haute Savings Bank, First Financial, WTHI Community Calendar, Kroger, Jack’s Fine Foods, Coffee Grounds, Long John Silvers, Cheryl Steuerwald, Joe Hefner, Gary, Anastasia and Emma Pine for their publicity and generous donations. ...

To the editor: The future of public education once again hangs in the balance. The Indiana General Assembly, under Republican leadership is considering the passage of our two-year budget. Are you aware what funding your public school corporation stands to lose? The House bill, which Representatives Baird, Heaton, and Morrison voted for, would cause many local school corporations to lose funding: Clay Community, Cloverdale Community, Spencer-Owen Community, Richland Bean Blossom Community, and Vigo County Schools. ...

To the editor: I would like to thank friends, family, co-workers and especially the community of Brazil and Hardee’s patrons for all the well wishes, love and support going through “The Hardee’s Biscuit Competition” with me. It has been an awesome and fun experience to share with everyone...

To the Editor: The Loyalty Day Veterans Luncheon will be held May 6 at the First Christian Church’s Gymnasium. Doors open at 10:00. Please call my office at 812-448-9015 to sign up for Lunch. You may also sign up at the American Legion Post 2, the VFW 1127 or VFW 6606...

Reports of abuse and neglect have steadily risen since the Indiana Child Abuse Hotline was centralized in 2010. Last year, the Hotline received 225,152 reports of alleged child abuse or neglect, compared to 202,493 reports in 2014. April is National Child Abuse Prevention Awareness Month, and the Indiana Department of Child Services (DCS) works closely with local Hoosier child advocacy groups in each county to educate communities on the role we all play in protecting children from abuse and neglect. ...