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Tax reform is needed
(Column ~ 04/14/13)
Our history is rich with stories of people who have immigrated to the United States for a chance at the "American Dream." The "American Dream," in its truest forms, is the opportunity to achieve success by working hard and playing by the rules; to make it on your own and to say, "I earned this."...
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In regard to Earth Day, donations help too
(Letter to the Editor ~ 04/14/13)
To the Editor: As our community prepares to mark Earth Day once again this April 22, the environmental movement has become more and more difficult for everyday people to navigate: A maze of climate change, carbon offsets, emissions guidelines and more...
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CCRTA sets up Spring Social
(Local News ~ 04/14/13)
The Clay County Retired Teacher's Association is planning its Spring Social for Tuesday, April 23, at 6 p.m. The event will take place at the Harmony United Methodist Church. All retired teachers, guests and associates of CCRTA are invited to attend...
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Jail Bookings
(Police Logs ~ 04/14/13)
Clay County Justice Center The following jail bookings took place at the Clay County Justice Center April 12-14: Weekender Byerley, William E., 22 Inabnit, Timothy, 27 Blankenship, James L., 28 Chandler, Gary Jr., 32 Gwinn-Girton, Della M., 45 Awaiting Warrant Arraignment...
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Community Notes
(Community News ~ 04/14/13)
The following is a list of upcoming area events as provided to The Brazil Times: Flower Removal It is time again for the fall and winter flowers to be removed from the graves at Calcutta Cemetery in Clay County. This is in preparation of the spring mowing season that will be starting later in April...
- BFD Award Winners! (Local News ~ 04/14/13)
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Pence proclaims Work Zone Awareness Week
(State News ~ 04/14/13)
Governor Mike Pence is proclaiming April 15-19, 2013 as Work Zone Awareness Week in Indiana. Work Zone Awareness marks the ceremonial start to highway construction season and is intended to bring awareness to motorist and worker safety in work zones...
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Fairs and Festivals!
(Community News ~ 04/14/13)
Editor's Note: The following is a list of 2013 Clay County fairs and festivals schedules as provided to The Brazil Times by the Clay County Chamber of Commerce. 2013 Clay County Fairs and Festivals Schedule June 7-13 -- Clay City Fair at Clay City Park. Fireworks on June 8 and parade on June 12,...
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Lion's Club to host golf tournament
(Local News ~ 04/14/13)
The Brazil Lion's Club will conduct its annual golf tournament Friday, May 3, at the Forest Park Golf Course. Lunch will take place at noon, with tee times set for 1 p.m. Cost to participate is $50 per person or $200 for a team of four. Hole sponsorships are available at costs of $50 or $100...
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Rockville hosting video site for bull sale
(State News ~ 04/14/13)
ROCKVILLE -- Rockville again will host a video site for the annual Performance Tested Bull Sale by the Indiana Beef Evaluation Program Thursday, April 18. A live video feed and high-speed computer connection will allow cattlemen to bid on and buy bulls from the Parke County Extension Office meeting room at the 4-H Fairgrounds and not have to travel to the Springville Feeder Auction site near Bedford...
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Reunions
(Community News ~ 04/14/13)
The following are a list of upcoming reunions in the area as provided to The Brazil Times: South Putnam Alumni Banquet The second South Putnam Alumni Banquet will take place at the Final Approach/Dixie Chopper April 20. Several activities are scheduled to take place, including:...
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Heavy trash reminder for Brazil residents
(Local News ~ 04/14/13)
The City of Brazil Garage recently issued its heavy trash schedule for the month of April. Heavy trash will be picked up on the following dates: Wednesday's Trash Route -- April 19, and Thursday's Trash Route -- April 26. Residents are encouraged to contact the city garage to provide an explanation regarding items they have in order for officials to determine the size of truck needed to pick up the trash...
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Craft time at the library
(Local News ~ 04/14/13)
The Brazil Public Library will host a make a take craft for youth ages 7 and under Thursday, April 25, from 6-7 p.m. The project is an April Showers craft and the event is free and open to the public. For more information, call 448-1981.
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Hoosier Lottery
(State News ~ 04/14/13)
INDIANAPOLIS -- Here are the winning numbers selected Friday and Saturday in the Hoosier Lottery: Friday Daily Three-Midday 0-3-5 Daily Three-Evening 9-6-9 Daily Four-Midday 4-2-2-3 Daily Four-Evening 6-6-1-3 Mix and Match 27-28-39-40-49 Cash 5 3-9-22-28-36...
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Illinois Lottery
(State News ~ 04/14/13)
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. -- Here are the winning numbers selected Friday, Saturday and Sunday in the Illinois Lottery: Friday Pick Three-Midday 3-7-3 Pick Three-Evening 6-7-6 Pick Four-Midday 6-3-4-9 Pick Four-Evening 4-9-1-8 My 3-Midday 8-0-4 My 3-Evening...
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Carter Wayne Madsen
(Obituary ~ 04/14/13)
Carter Wayne Madsen, infant son of Heidi Weir Madsen and Curtis Madsen, born April 9, 2013, went to his Heavenly Home at 6:08 p.m. Services will take place Monday, at 11 a.m., at the New Life Fellowship Church, 7849 Wabash Ave., Terre Haute, 47803, with Rev. Jeff Harpole officiating. Burial will follow at Clearview Cemetery. Visitation will be Monday one hour prior to services at the church...
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Roy L. Rogers
(Obituary ~ 04/14/13)
Roy L. Rogers, 76, Greencastle, passed away at his home Friday, April 12, 2013, after a battle with cancer. He was born Jan. 13, 1937, in Greencastle, and he married Patsy E. (Swim) Rogers and she survives along with son Rick A. Rogers and very special love, Cheri Phillips, Greencastle, grandchildren Collette (Jonathan) Cope, Greencastle, and Matthew J. ...
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Gerald Eugene 'Stir Crazy' Pierce Jr.
(Obituary ~ 04/14/13)
Gerald Eugene "Stir Crazy" Pierce Jr., 58, Brazil, passed away April 12, 2013, at Union Hospital with his family by his side. Gene was born Oct. 20, 1954, the son of the late Gerald Pierce Sr., and Alice (Armstrong-Girton) Pierce Buchholz and step-son of Jerry R. Buchholz I...
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Sherrill Lynne Foote
(Obituary ~ 04/14/13)
Sherrill Lynne Foote, 58, Brazil, passed away April 11, 2013, at 8:45 p.m. She was born June 7, 1954, to Milford Foote and Nelda Files. She was a loving mother and grandmother. Sherrill was an in-home caregiver to the elderly for 14 years. She had a heart of gold and many friends who loved her very much...
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Vote Center Meetings
(Local News ~ 04/14/13)
The Clay County Election Board will be conducting informational meetings regarding the possibility of establishing vote centers within the county during the month of April. The meetings are open to the public and will take place on: Tuesday, April 16, at 6:30 p.m., at the Orange Building, Clay City,...
- Big Winner! (Local News ~ 04/14/13)
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Council discusses White Rock Road
(Local News ~ 04/14/13)
During the Brazil City Council meeting recently, the council discussed a possible stop sign on White Rock Road. The council members agreed speeding is an issue on White Rock Road, and Mayor Brian Wyndham said he would speak to the Clay County Commissioners about placing stop signs at a specific intersection. The intersection includes both City and County property, meaning both would have to put up stop signs or neither could...
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Prayer kick-off dinner slated
(Local News ~ 04/14/13)
A National Day of Prayer kick-off dinner will take place Sunday, April 28, at 6:30 p.m., at the YMCA of Clay County Community Room, 225 E. Kruzan St., Brazil. The speaker for the event is Indiana Statehouse Chaplain Matthew Barnes. Barnes leads the Capitol Commission of Indiana, which ministers to state legislators at the Statehouse...
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Annual Dem dinner set
(Local News ~ 04/14/13)
The Clay County Democrat Club will host its annual Jefferson-Jackson Dinner Friday, May 10, at Traditions, 105 E. National Ave., Brazil. A social hour is set for 6 p.m., with the dinner beginning at 6:30. The keynote speaker for this year's event is Indiana State Superintendent of Public Instruction Glenda Ritz...
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Northview softball powers to Jasper title
(High School Sports ~ 04/14/13)
Times Staff Report JASPER -- Northview piled up four softball wins over the weekend and claimed the championship of the Jasper Invitational on Saturday afternoon. The Knights drilled Castle in the championship game with an 11-1 victory in six innings as both Lindsey Potter and Whitney Halfhill each drove in three runs. ...
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Knights crack Brickies in weekend action
(High School Sports ~ 04/14/13)
By STEVE FIELDS For The Brazil Times The Northview Knights exceeded all expectations on Saturday with a surprising 11-4 victory over the visiting Hobart Brickies. Northview freshman Nathan Thomas pitched 61/3 innings, holding Hobart (7-5) to four runs (all earned) while scattering eight hits to earn his first varsity victory...
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Clifford Lee Orman
(Obituary ~ 04/14/13)
Clifford Lee Orman, 72, Rosedale, Ind., passed away at Union Hospital April 11, 2013. He was born in Owen County Oct. 15, 1940, the son of Willie and Dorothy Stigler Orman. Clifford graduated from Brazil High School with the class of 1959. He was employed for 30 years at Allison's Division of Detroit Diesel in Indianapolis...
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