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Habitat grateful for community support
(Letter to the Editor ~ 04/21/13)
To the Editor: Habitat for Humanity of Clay County is very grateful to everyone who blessed us with their support for our Fish Fry and silent auction April 13, 2013. Together, we reached our goal of raising $2,500 to be matched by the Wabash Valley Community Foundation Grant!...
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Clay County Food Pantry offers update
(Letter to the Editor ~ 04/21/13)
To the Editor: The Clay County Emergency Food Pantry Board of Directors and Volunteers met Friday for their quarterly meeting. A total of 18 members received financial reports, showing the generosity of the community in meeting the daily needs of this operation...
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Veterans Luncheon scheduled for May 4
(Letter to the Editor ~ 04/21/13)
To the Editor: To all Clay County Veterans: This year's Loyalty Day Luncheon will be at Traditions again this year. On Saturday, May 4, doors open at 10 a.m. Pappy's Barbecue is catering the event. As in the past, this is free to all Clay County Veterans who attend and their spouses or guests...
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Is your computer running 'slow?'
(Column ~ 04/21/13)
As the resident non-geek at Computer Central, in Brazil, the most frequent complaint I hear is that a computer has suddenly started "running slow." I'm not a geek-type about computers myself, but have observed there is no single answer to this complaint...
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Prayer shawl ministry
(Local News ~ 04/21/13)
The community prayer shawl ministry meets the fourth Tuesday of each month from 7-8 p.m., at the Annunciation Parish Hall, Brazil. Everyone is welcome, especially anyone who can crochet, knit, sew, make fleece blankets or even just tie a knot. The ministry is for beginners or experienced and gives shawls, blankets and lap pads to those in need...
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Tired of budget shenanigans?
(Column ~ 04/21/13)
With the formal release of President Obama's budget, the pieces are finally in place for a reprise of the Washington drama we've all come to know. There will be high-stakes negotiations, lines in the sand, and enough intrigue to keep Beltway insiders riveted by every piece of breaking news...
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Local family donates photographs to historical museum
(Local News ~ 04/21/13)
Brazil resident Gloria Rhue recently donated three pieces of art to the Clay County Historical Museum. The photographs include one of men mining, one of the Brazil Clay Company Plant No. 2 and another of a tile plant. The enlarged photographs will be displayed in the coal and clay exhibit in the basement of the museum...
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Community Notes
(Community News ~ 04/21/13)
The following is a list of upcoming area events as provided to The Brazil Times: Tourney Time! The Clay County Chamber of Commerce will conduct its annual Bowling/Euchre Tournament Tuesday, April 23, at Brazilian Lanes. Lunch will be provided at noon, with competition scheduled at 1 p.m...
- Bike Blessing Scheduled (Local News ~ 04/21/13)
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Property taxes due Friday, May 10
(Local News ~ 04/21/13)
Statements for property taxes were mailed to Clay County residents Tuesday, April 2. Those who did not receive a tax statement should contact the Clay County Treasurer's Office at 448-9009. The first installment of property taxes is due Friday, May 10...
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Spring Art Show, grand opening set
(State News ~ 04/21/13)
ROCKVILLE -- The 39th Spring Art Show and Grand Opening of the newly renovated second floor Open House will take place from 2-4 p.m., Sunday, April 28. All are invited to share in the event. There is no charge to attend. The Covered Bridge Art Association sponsors the event...
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Reunions
(Community News ~ 04/21/13)
The following are a list of upcoming reunions in the area as provided to The Brazil Times: Bowling Green School Reunion The Bowling Green School reunion will take place April 26, at the Center Point United Methodist Church Social Room. The reunion is scheduled to begin at 6:30 p.m...
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Fish Fry Events
(Community News ~ 04/21/13)
Friendly Benwood Community Christian Youth Campground Fish Fry The Friendly Benwood Community Christian Youth Campground, 525 E. County Road 1200 N., Brazil, will host an all-you-can-eat Country Rhodes Fish Fry Saturday, May 4, from 4-7 p.m. The menu will consist of walleye, popcorn shrimp, chicken strips, applesauce, cole slaw, fries and baked beans...
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Loyalty Day Entry Form
(Community News ~ 04/21/13)
ENTRY FORM V.F.W. LOYALTY DAY PARADE Saturday -- May 4, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. Theme: WE SALUTE OUR CITIZEN SOLDIERS Lineup begins at 1:00 p.m. at the corner of National Avenue & Depot Street, Brazil, Indiana You can enter the parade by completing this form and returning it to: V.F.W. Post 1127, 303 S. Depot St., Brazil, Ind., 47834. You can also enter by e-mailing your information to vfw1127@frontier.com, mammyof8@gmail.com or calling VFW Post 1127 (812)448-8554...
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Jail Bookings
(Police Logs ~ 04/21/13)
Clay County Justice Center The following jail bookings took place at the Clay County Justice Center April 19-21: Weekender Braswell, Gary, 50 Byerley, William E., 21 Chandler Jr., Gary, 32 Collier Jr., Gary F., 45 Gwinn-Girton, Della M., 45 Nolte, Lester A., 55...
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Illinois Lottery
(State News ~ 04/21/13)
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. -- Here are the winning numbers selected Friday, Saturday and Sunday in the Illinois Lottery: Friday Pick Three-Midday 0-2-3 Pick Three-Evening 9-2-7 Pick Four-Midday 6-8-3-9 Pick Four-Evening 9-8-5-9 My 3-Midday 6-9-8 My 3-Evening...
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Hoosier Lottery
(State News ~ 04/21/13)
INDIANAPOLIS -- Here are the winning numbers selected Friday and Saturday in the Hoosier Lottery: Friday Daily Three-Midday 3-0-7 Daily Three-Evening 1-3-5 Daily Four-Midday 2-2-5-8 Daily Four-Evening 0-1-9-2 Mix and Match 5-12-19-40-42 Cash 5 4-9-20-21-29...
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Heavy trash notice
(Local News ~ 04/21/13)
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: 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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Obituary Notices
(Obituary ~ 04/21/13)
Max C. Ziberna, 87, a U.S. Veteran of World War II, of the Northwest side of Chicago, formerly of Brazil, passed away April 18, 2013. His family will gather Monday, April 22, 2013, at 11 a.m., at Summit Lawn Cemetery, in Brazil. M.J. Suerth Funeral Home in Chicago has been entrusted with his care. French Funeral Home assisted with local arrangements. Visit www.suerth.com or call 877-631-1240 for more information...
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NHS, NCMS guard tryouts scheduled
(Local News ~ 04/21/13)
Tryouts for next year's North Clay Middle School Cadet Corps and Northview High School Winter Guard will take place April 25, at 6 p.m. Workshops have been scheduled for April 23-24, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tryouts are open to students currently enrolled in grades 5-11. All workshops will be at the Northview gymnasium...
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Festivals and Fairs
(Local News ~ 04/21/13)
2013 Clay County Fairs and Festivals Schedule: June 7 -- Christmas At The Park Strawberry Festival, 11 a.m.-7 p.m., at Clay County Courthouse, June 7-13 -- Clay City Fair at Clay City Park. Fireworks on June 8 and parade on June 12, June 8-9 -- Clay City Pottery Festival at Clay City Park,...
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Yard Sale
(Local News ~ 04/21/13)
The House of Hope is having a giant yard sale May 3-5. All proceeds from the event will go to the House of Hope operating costs.
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Cookout!
(Local News ~ 04/21/13)
Harmony United Methodist Church will host a cookout Sunday, April 28, at 11 a.m. The menu will consist of hamburgers, hot dogs, potato salad, baked beans, chips and cookies. Freewill offerings will be accepted. The Garden Sunday School Class is sponsoring the event...
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Spring Social
(Local News ~ 04/21/13)
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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Vote Center Meeting
(Local News ~ 04/21/13)
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 23, at 6:30 p.m., at the Lewis Township Firehouse, 6440 W. Public Rd., Coalmont...
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Northview to perform 'Aladdin' this weekend
(Local News ~ 04/21/13)
Northview High School will host Disney's "Aladdin," live on stage April 26-27. Overseeing the production is Kirsten Snow, the Director. Kristina Waugh has served as the Music Director alongside Assistant Director Josh Hoffman, who also served as designer and choreographer...
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Practices for Fun Run set
(Local News ~ 04/21/13)
The Rotary Club of Brazil's Healthy Kid's Fun Run program is for children ages 5-12. The program will last for four weeks. There will be eight practice sessions at Forest Park on Mondays and Thursdays, beginning today and concluding Thursday, may 16...
- Tractor Time! (Local News ~ 04/21/13)
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Couple graduates together
(Local News ~ 04/21/13)
Brazil residents Jeri-Lynn and Mitchell J. Quick II already share one thing in common. They are married. But on Friday, April 12, the couple also shared another wonderful moment together. They both graduated from Harrison College. Jeri-Lynn and Mitchell, both 33, are lifelong residents of Clay County. Mitchell graduated from Northview High School, but Jeri-Lynn graduated from Riverton Parke High School...
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Police: Bombing suspects planned more attacks
(State News ~ 04/21/13)
BOSTON (AP) -- As churches paused to mourn the dead and console the survivors of the Boston Marathon bombing Sunday, the city's police commissioner said the two suspects had such a large cache of weapons that they were probably planning other attacks. The surviving suspect remained hospitalized and unable to speak with a gunshot wound to the throat...
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Five days of fear: What happened in Boston
(State News ~ 04/21/13)
BOSTON (AP) -- In the tight rows of chairs stretched across the Commonwealth Ballroom, the nervousness -- already dialed high by two bombs, three deaths and more than 72 hours without answers -- ratcheted even higher. The minutes ticked by as investigators stepped out to delay the news conference once, then again. ...
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Eels post pair of weekend wins over Turkey Run
(High School Sports ~ 04/21/13)
Times Staff Report MARSHALL -- The Clay City softball and baseball teams recorded road wins on Saturday at Turkey Run. The softball team got all the runs it would need in the first inning, posting five on the way to an 11-1 victory in five innings. Raven Allender bashed three doubles in the victory while driving in four runs and scoring three times to pace the offense. ...
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Bennett's 82 leads Knights at Braves Invite
(High School Sports ~ 04/21/13)
Times Staff Report TERRE HAUTE -- The Northview golf team posted a score of 352 on Saturday at the Terre Haute South Braves Invitational to place ninth in the 12-team field. Blake Bennett led the team with a score of 82 with Keegan Roembke scoring an 87. Dylan Nesty recorded a 91, Sam Grimes had a 92 and Seth Payton shot a 93 for the Knights...
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John Mason Bradshaw
(Obituary ~ 04/21/13)
John Mason Bradshaw, 60, passed away peacefully Friday, April 19, at Terre Haute Regional Hospital. John was born Nov. 28, 1952, to Jack A. and Jane (Cooper) Bradshaw. John married A. Ann (House) Sept. 21, 1973. He was a 1972 graduate of Brazil High School...
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