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Harmony Happenings
(Column ~ 05/16/13)
It has been monsoon season in Harmony. If there were a market for dandelions and other ugly weeds, I could make a fortune. Several folks have asked me to do an update of what has been going on in our little town. All the neighbors are still good people even if a few of the faces have changed since my last writing. The Dawson shave moved -- I don't know who will be the new neighbors. Their house was sold before I knew they were leaving. With three children, they probably needed more room...
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Brazil Buzz
(Column ~ 05/16/13)
The maple puts her corals on in May While loitering frosts about the lowlands cling. I placed my tender plants in the little blue building behind the house this Sunday evening. Light frost is a possibility. I do not think we have much cause for worry. What do I know?...
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Christian Women's Club to meet
(Local News ~ 05/16/13)
The Christian Women's Club of Terre Haute invites all to attend "The Little Black Dress" luncheon at the MCL Meeting Room in Meadows Shopping Center, Terre Haute. The event will take place Tuesday, May 21, at 11 a.m. The cost is $3. The special feature will be provided by Dorothy Smith, Moline, Ill. Music will be offered by Clay City resident Karon Neiswinger...
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Jamie Haggart and Mark Goffinet Jr.
(Engagement ~ 05/16/13)
Mr. and Mrs. James Haggart, Terre Haute, and Mr. and Mrs. Mark Goffinet, Sr., Terre Haute, are happy to announce the engagement and upcoming marriage of their children, Jamie Haggart and Mark Goffinet, Jr. The wedding will take place Saturday, May, 18, 2013, at the Rose-Hulman White Chapel in Terre Haute, Ind., at 5:30 p.m...
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Community Notes
(Community News ~ 05/16/13)
The following is a list of upcoming area events as provided to The Brazil Times: Game Day! The Clay County Retired Teacher's Association's Game Day will take place on the third Monday of each month, from 3-6 p.m. Those coming are asked to bring snacks. The event will take place at 152 N. Washington St., Brazil, 12 houses north of Moore Funeral Home. For more information, call 446-3726...
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Reunions
(Community News ~ 05/16/13)
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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'Art and River Chatter' has two more seminars
(State News ~ 05/16/13)
TERRE HAUTE -- Wabash Valley Outdoor Sculpture Collection and Our Green Valley Alliance for Sustainability are continuing the series of informal conversations entitled, "Art and River Chatter," as part of "2013 Year of the River." Each event will begin at 5:15 p.m., and will take place at Logan's Rib Eye, 100 S. Fruitridge Ave., Terre Haute...
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Hazel Anita Mace Mayer
(Obituary ~ 05/16/13)
Hazel Anita Mace Mayer died at Royal Oaks Health Care on April 16, 2013, at 9:32 a.m. She was 95 years old. A celebration of life will take place at First Presbyterian Church in Brazil on May 19, at 2:30 p.m. The family wants to gratefully acknowledge the staff of the dementia unit at Royal Oaks who so lovingly cared for Hazel during the last three and a half years. They provided a loving atmosphere and exceptional care...
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Jail Bookings
(Police Logs ~ 05/16/13)
Clay County Justice Center The following transactions took place at the Clay County Justice Center May 15: Awaiting Arraignment with Probable Cause Hayden, Jonathan W., 21 Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated Hayden, Jonathan W., 21 Hold for Other Agency...
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Court News
(Court News ~ 05/16/13)
Clay County Courthouse The following transactions took place at the Clay County Courthouse May 16: Circuit Court State Criminal Charges Charles Alan Weger, Jr., 40: 1. Battery 2. Disorderly conduct Charles A. Weger III, 21: 1. Battery 2. Disorderly conduct...
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WIC income guidelines increase
(Local News ~ 05/16/13)
Women who are pregnant or have children 5-under may be eligible for the United States Department of Agriculture's Special Supplemental Foods and Nutrition Education Program through Women, Infants and Children (WIC). As of April 17, the WIC Income Guidelines were increased...
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City Council to meet
(Local News ~ 05/16/13)
The Brazil Common Council will conduct a regular meeting Wednesday, May 29, at 7 p.m., in Brazil City Hall Council Chambers. General business will be discussed. The public is welcome to attend.
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Hoosier Lottery
(State News ~ 05/16/13)
INDIANAPOLIS -- Here are the winning numbers selected Wednesday and Thursday in the Hoosier Lottery: Wednesday Daily Three-Midday 7-0-5 Daily Three-Evening 5-7-6 Daily Four-Midday 1-6-2-3 Daily Four-Evening 9-2-7-5 Cash 5 8-14-15-22-25 Hoosier Lotto...
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Illinois Lottery
(State News ~ 05/16/13)
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. -- Here are the winning numbers selected Wednesday and Thursday in the Illinois Lottery: Wednesday Pick Three-Midday 7-1-7 Pick Three-Evening 0-1-0 Pick Four-Midday 8-9-2-0 Pick Four-Evening 0-9-1-2 My 3-Midday 6-7-5 My 3-Evening 0-7-2...
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Clean Up Day
(Local News ~ 05/16/13)
Brazil Main Street will sponsor a Clean Up Day Saturday, May 25, beginning at 7 a.m., and concluding at 11 a.m. Those attending will meet in front of Brazil City Hall and hand out trash bags, gloves and shirts. Pappy's Barbecue will feed those in attendance after the event...
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Blood Drive
(Local News ~ 05/16/13)
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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Board OKs memorial garden
(Local News ~ 05/16/13)
The Brazil Park and Recreation Board met for its regular monthly meeting Tuesday in the City Hall council chambers. The board first opened the meeting with the reading of last month's minutes and the treasurer's report. The board then heard from Park Superintendent Bill Houck, who reported several projects are underway in city parks. ...
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The life of a soldier
(Local News ~ 05/16/13)
Civil War re-enactors visit Forest Park Forest Park Elementary School fifth-graders were in for a treat Thursday as two Civil War re-enactors paid the school a visit. Both Sara and Kevin Richmond, who re-enact in the Amherst Artillery group based in Richmond, Ind., were on hand to describe the daily life of a soldier...
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Student honored for art
(Local News ~ 05/16/13)
Calvin Lackey's love of fishing helped him create a piece of art that was recently selected to be included in the North Clay Middle School art collection. Lackey, 14, a student in Brett Haviland's art class, was given a slab of clay for the project...
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Knights place third in boys' track and field sectional
(High School Sports ~ 05/16/13)
By CAREY FOX Times Sports Editor TERRE HAUTE -- Clay County will be represented by four individuals and a relay team after the athletes placed in the top-four during Thursday's Terre Haute North boys' track and field sectional. Not surprisingly, Terre Haute North and South battled for the team title with the Braves edging out the Patriots 176 to 167 with Northview a distant third with 49.5 points in the 13-team field...
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Patriots top Knights in extra frame
(High School Sports ~ 05/16/13)
By CAREY FOX Times Sports Editor TERRE HAUTE -- Terre Haute North captured the finale of the Big Four on Thursday night, winning a see-saw affair against Northview, 8-7. The Patriots scored the game-winner without the benefit of a hit in the bottom of the eighth inning as Colton Pittman drew a bases loaded walk to bring home Zach Milam with the literal walk-off run...
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Knights roll in sectional tennis
(Local News ~ 05/16/13)
By Matt McKinney Times Staff Reporter GREENCASTLE -- Moreso than most sports, tennis is a mental game. This was clearly evident in Northview's sectional match-up against South Putnam. The No. 1 singles match, with Northview senior Haley Leach taking on South Putnam senior Madison Cash. ...
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