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Ref's death a consequence of lack of sportsmanship
(High School Sports ~ 05/07/13)
NANCY ARMOUR AP National Writer The football teams were still on the field, exchanging the traditional postgame handshakes, when Pete McCabe walked by. The veteran referee heard another official call his name and turned, only to be smashed in the face with a helmet by one of the players...
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Community Notes
(Community News ~ 05/07/13)
The following is a list of upcoming area events as provided to The Brazil Times: Summer Food Program The YMCA of Clay County will be serving up the 2013 Summer Food Program beginning May 22. The program will take place at Forest Park Elementary May 22-July 26, and at the Y July 29-Aug. 7...
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Festivals and Fairs
(Community News ~ 05/07/13)
2013 Clay County Fairs and Festivals Schedule, as provided to The Brazil Times: 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,...
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Bridgeton Art, Wine Fair scheduled
(State News ~ 05/07/13)
BRIDGETON -- The 11th Bridgeton Art and Wine Fair will take place Saturday, May 11, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Exhibits will be located in the 1878 Barn in downtown Bridgeton. Wine tasting will be offered by Buck Creek Winery from noon-5 p.m. Live music will be provided by Bob Warren...
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'Literacy Framework' set for May 13
(Local News ~ 05/07/13)
Indiana Department of Education Early Childhood Specialist Dana Jones will present the "Literacy Framework," Monday, May 13, from 6:30-8:30 p.m., at the Linking Education to Adults, Adolescents and Preschoolers (LEAAP) Center, 501 E. Jackson St., Brazil...
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THS student wins contest
(State News ~ 05/07/13)
TERRE HAUTE -- Maria Samson, a senior at Terre Haute South High School, placed fourth in the state at the Indiana State Right To Life Oratory contest. She qualified for the contest after placing second in the 2013 Wabash Valley Right To Life regional contest...
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Honoring 'Mom'
(Editorial ~ 05/07/13)
Remember to say 'I love you' on Mother's Day "To My Mother" "You too, my mother, read my rhymes, "For love of unforgotten times, "And you may chance to hear once more, "The little feet along the floor." This poem really says it all. Mothers remember everything, whether it's written down on paper or logged in their memories. They remember everything...
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Charles and Roberta Weliever
(Anniversary ~ 05/07/13)
The family of Charles and Roberta Weliever are proud to announce the couple's 50th wedding anniversary. Charles and Roberta were married March 29, 1963. Their children are Lauren Weliever, Krissy Weliever Runyan, Steve Runyan, Brett Weliever and Amy Weliever. Their grandchildren are Alex, Cole, Gretchen and Payton...
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Jackson Township Better Homes Extension Club
(Community News ~ 05/07/13)
The Jackson Township Better Homes Extension Club conducted its April 25 meeting at the home of Norma Diel. Lauralee Hawkins, president, called the meeting to order with Glenna Ogborn leading the Pledge of Allegiance and the Homemakers' Creed. For devotions, Barbara Powell read "Faith, Hope and Love" and "Jesus Loves Me."...
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The Best of Thymes Herb Club
(Community News ~ 05/07/13)
Members of The Best of Thymes Herb Club met April 25, at the rural Parke County home of Karen Staub for their annual mushroom hunt and meeting. However, our mushroom guru said the tender fungi were still in hiding, so we were content to have a taste of last year's bounty from Karen's freezer...
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Blood drive to take place May 19
(Local News ~ 05/07/13)
A community blood drive will take place in the Family Center at the Brazil Church of Nazarene, 1002 E. National Ave., Brazil, Sunday, May 19, from 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. All blood donated that day will be used in St. Vincent Clay or Union and Regional Hospitals in Terre Haute...
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Hoosier Lottery
(State News ~ 05/07/13)
INDIANAPOLIS -- Here are the winning numbers selected Sunday, Monday and Tuesday in the Hoosier Lottery: Sunday Daily Three-Evening 3-4-7 Daily Four-Evening 6-0-8-4 Cash 5 6-10-12-19-35 Quick Draw 4-9-10-14-15-17-25-29-38-41-43-45-52-54-56-58-64-66-75-78...
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Illinois Lottery
(State News ~ 05/07/13)
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. -- Here are the winning numbers selected Sunday, Monday and Tuesday in the Illinois Lottery: Sunday Pick Three-Midday 0-9-6 Pick Three-Evening 4-3-2 Pick Four-Midday 1-5-4-7 Pick Four-Evening 8-8-6-2 My 3-Midday 1-7-4 My 3-Evening 6-9-6...
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Clarification
(Local News ~ 05/07/13)
In the article "Waugh receives Golden Apple," which appeared in the Friday, May 3, 2013, issue of The Brazil Times, Jackson Township Elementary School teacher Marilyn Adamson's name was omitted from previous Clay County recipients. Adamson earned the award in 2006. The Brazil Times apologizes for the omission...
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Court News
(Court News ~ 05/07/13)
Clay County Courthouse The following transactions took place at the Clay County Courthouse May 3-6: Circuit Court Civil Cases Capital One Bank Vs. Charles Trammel: Civil Collections Asset Acceptance Vs. Nikki Allen: Civil Collections Reliable Recovery Services Vs. Amber and Anthony Bruer: Civil Collections...
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Jail Bookings
(Police Logs ~ 05/07/13)
Clay County Justice Center The following transactions took place at the Clay County Justice Center May 3-7: Awaiting Arraignment Meskimen, Nathaniel N., 19 Troxal, Thomas E., 42 Kaho, Steven, 36 Brown, Ali J., 25 Barnett, Jessica D., 23 Aggravated Battery...
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Walter Earl Day
(Obituary ~ 05/07/13)
Walter Earl Day, 82, Clay City, passed away unexpectedly May 5, 2013, at his home. Services will be at Schoppenhorst Funeral Home, East Eighth St., Clay City, Wednesday, May 8, 2013, at 1 p.m., with Pastor Jeff Sumner officiating. Burial will follow at Beech Cemetery with military honors provided by members of the local V.F.W. and American Legion as well as the United States Navy...
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Charlotte M. Snyder
(Obituary ~ 05/07/13)
Charlotte M. Snyder, 88, Brazil, passed away at Cloverleaf Nursing Home, May 4, 2013, following an extended illness. Charlotte was born in Clay County on May 28, 1925. She married Alfred "Ted" Nicholls. He preceded her in death in 1973. She later married James Snyder who also preceded her in death...
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George O. Hoten
(Obituary ~ 05/07/13)
George O. Hoten, 78, Leavenworth, Ind., died May 5, 2013, at 9:26 a.m., at the Harrison County Hospital. George was born Jan. 18, 1935, in Harrison County, the son of Shelby Hoten and Mary Horner. He married Norma (Killion-Minor) Hoten, on Oct. 7, 1989...
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Choir Rehearsals
(Local News ~ 05/07/13)
The Brazil Community Choir will practice every Thursday evening at 7 p.m. Practices will take place at the Bee Ridge Church, located on Kennedy Crossing Road. The cantata this year is "This is my Country," and is under the direction of Sam Glover. All choir members and anyone who enjoys singing are encouraged to join the choir...
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Brazil man faces drug charges
(Local News ~ 05/07/13)
One Brazil man was recently arrested for several charges, and officers believe the investigation could lead to more arrests. After receiving enough information for a search warrant, officials with the Clay County Sheriff's Department were able to conduct a search at a home in Brazil. Deputies found items consistent with dealing methamphetamine...
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Sullivan woman dies in accident
(Local News ~ 05/07/13)
CLAY COUNTY -- A Sullivan woman died from injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident in Clay County on Monday. According to officials, at approximately 9:43 a.m., Monday, the Clay County Sheriff's Department received a 911 call reporting a single vehicle accident with injury just west of County Road 425 West on State Road 42...
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Billboard Champions!
(Local News ~ 05/07/13)
Students honored for environmental artwork Three area students were honored Friday with the Environmental Award from the Clay-Owen-Vigo Solid Waste Management District. According to Janet Harmon, education coordinator for the Solid Waste Management District, 300 entries from Clay County were received for the competition. Students entered the competition by completing Earth Day illustrations in their classrooms in schools throughout the county...
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Trinajstick agrees to guilty pleas
(Local News ~ 05/07/13)
A Clay County man entered into a change of plea agreement Monday. Appearing before Clay County Superior Court Judge J. Blaine Akers, Devin Trinajstick, 20, Brazil, agreed to plead guilty to one count of Attempted Child Molesting (a class B felony) and two counts of Child Molesting (a class C felony)...
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Brazil man faces molestation allegations
(Local News ~ 05/07/13)
A Brazil man was recently arrested on allegations of child molestation. According to officials with the Brazil Police Department, Det. Johnnie Bohnert arrested Ronald Romine, 69, Brazil, on May 1. On April 30, BPD officer Beau McKinney and Sgt. Todd Stemm were called to a residence in reference to a child molestation complaint...
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Cory man transported to hospital following accident
(Local News ~ 05/07/13)
CORY -- An accident in Cory sent one man to the hospital Tuesday evening. Justin Adams, 32, Cory, was traveling east on State Road 46 on his Honda motorcycle. According to officials from the Clay County Sheriff's Department, as Adams approached County Road 500 West, he slowed to turn...
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CCSD offering seat fitting station
(Local News ~ 05/07/13)
To help keep children in Clay County safe, the Clay County Sheriff's Department now has a permanent Child Safety Seat Fitting Station for the inspection and installation of car seats. Technicians are available to inspect car seats and instruct families on how to properly secure the seats in their vehicles for safer travel...
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Pearl Youngling
(Obituary ~ 05/07/13)
Pearl Youngling, 61, passed away Monday, May 6, 2013, at Regional Hospital, Terre Haute. She was born Jan. 21, 1952, in Chicago, to Elmer and Dorothy Hanson. Pearl attended many churches throughout Clay County, enjoyed the outdoors and spending time with family...
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Charlene Hines
(Obituary ~ 05/07/13)
Charlene Hines, 77, passed away Monday, May 6, 2013, at Union Hospital, Terre Haute. She was born Oct. 14, 1935, in Terre Haute, to Charles and Mable Hanrahan. Charlene married Don G. Hines Nov. 21, 1952, and was a member of the Moose Lodge and American Legion Post No. 2...
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Reunions
(Community News ~ 05/07/13)
The following are a list of upcoming reunions in the area as provided to The Brazil Times: Van Buren Alumni Reunion Plans are in place for an alumni reunion for Van Buren High School graduates. Those interested in attending the alumni reunion are encouraged to e-mail vanburenbluedevils@gmail.com...
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Knight and Brown claim field event wins to open WIC Meet
(High School Sports ~ 05/07/13)
By CAREY FOX Times Sports Editor ELLETSVILLE -- The Western Indiana Conference Track and Field Meet got underway at Edgewood High School on Tuesday night with all field events contested with tonight's running events to be held at Northview High School...
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Knights win softball battle vs. 'Cats
(High School Sports ~ 05/07/13)
By STEVE FIELDS For the Brazil Times Northview's senior leader came through on Senior Night, but so did two underclassmen. Taylor Carter struck out a school-record 19 batters in a 10-inning pitching duel with South Vermillion's Daphne Dunegan and Shelby Dupin and Tori Tilley teamed up to score the only run of the game. The Knights' win snapped an eight-game winning streak for the Wildcats...
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Northview sweeps by Eagles
(High School Sports ~ 05/07/13)
Times Staff Report PUTNAMVILLE -- Northview improved to 6-4 on the tennis season with a 5-0 sweep in varsity action at South Putnam Monday night. The Knights also completed the evening with a 9-1 junior varsity victory over the Eagles. The Knights didn't lose a set in sweeping South Putnam as Haley Leach was a 6-2, 6-3 winner at No. 1 singles. Nicole Linton produced a 6-2, 6-0 victory at No. 2 singles and Kaysia Reberger was a 6-0, 6-1 winner in singles play...
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Baseball Knights fall to Wildcats
(High School Sports ~ 05/07/13)
MATT McKINNEY Times Staff Reporter Heading into the seventh inning, the Northview baseball team looked to be safe with a 3-1 lead. However, it gave up two runs in the seventh, then the game-winning run in extra innings to lose to South Vermillion, 4-3...
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