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Tommy K. Edmonson
(Obituary ~ 04/01/14)
Tommy K. Edmonson, 65, of Brazil, passed away Sunday, March 30, 2014, at his home with his children by his side, following an extended illness. He was born in Terre Haute, IN, on June 10, 1948, the son of the late Glenn and Sarah Edmonson. He attended Garfield High School. At the age of 17, Tom enlisted into the United States Marine Corps where he served his country during the Vietnam War. He was a Purple Heart recipient...
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Judy Ann Reisinger
(Obituary ~ 04/01/14)
Judy Ann Reisinger, 62, of Brazil, passed away unexpectedly, March 31, 2014, at St. Vincent Clay Hospital. Judy was born February 24, 1952, in Putnam County, Indiana, the daughter of Harry H. and Audra (Morgan) Kirton. She married Robert Reisinger. Judy had worked at Windbreaker, in Brazil and Columbia House, in Terre Haute, and had been working for Walmart Distribution, in Greencastle, for 20 years...
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Betty Mae Edwards
(Obituary ~ 04/01/14)
Betty Mae Edwards, 66, Brazil, passed away Thursday March 27, 2014 at Union Hospital in Terre Haute. She was born September 11, 1947 in Fleming, Kentucky to Thomas Mullins and Lizzie Mullins Haddix. Betty worked as a cook for the Cloverdale Travel Plaza for many years, and attended Second Baptist Church in Brazil...
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Spring brings pleasant changes, outdoor chores
(Community News ~ 04/01/14)
__A gush of a bird-song, a patter of morning dew,__ __A cloud and a rainbow's warning,__ __Suddenly sunshine and perfect blue__ __An April day in the morning.__ -- Harriet Prescott Spofford
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Committee discusses upcoming luncheon
(Community News ~ 04/01/14)
A committee of Delta Theta Tau's Alpha Omega Chapter members met recently to discuss plans for this year's Taste Treat Luncheon. It will be April 26 at North Clay Middle School. Serving will be from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Those attending will have the opportunity to taste 20-plus different dishes and receive all the recipes. Tickets are $10 each...
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Gerald, Martha Hardesty to celebrate 60 years of marriage
(Anniversary ~ 04/01/14)
The family of Gerald and Martha Hardesty is hosting a 60th wedding anniversary open house at Briley Chapel Church on April 12, from 2 to 4 p.m. The couple was married April 11, 1954, at Briley Chapel Church in Lewis, Ind. No gifts; however, cards are welcome. Those unable to attend can send well wishes to: Gerald and Martha Hardesty, 6158 W. State Road 246, Lewis, IN 47858...
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Autism presentation targets awareness, communication
(Community News ~ 04/01/14)
Blumberg Center at Indiana State University is presenting their last topical for the spring semester in conjunction with Autism Awareness Month. The topic will be Autism: Awareness and Understanding. Augmentative communication can be beneficial to those that have limited communicative abilities. Learn about Camp Bruce, and using core vocabulary with individuals with Autism and the importance of motor planning...
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Mine Lands Committee reviews reclamation projects
(Community News ~ 04/01/14)
The Abandoned Mine Lands Committee met March 25 at the Clay County Ag Services Center to review reclamation projects in progress in four counties. This group, a standing committee of Sycamore Trails RC&D, is charged with the mission of assisting landowners to remedy problems arising from abandoned coal mines on their properties. This cost-share program is funded by a grant from the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, which, in turn, is funded by a federal tax on coal now being mined...
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Historical Society events scheduled
(Community News ~ 04/01/14)
The Clay County Historical Society will meet April 7 at 7 p.m. in the lower level of the museum. The guest speaker will be Mike Petersen with a program about "The History of Radio Stations in Clay County". Mike is a well-known radio personality that has been an important part of radio in this area for many years...
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Northview's Whitson to play for Franklin Grizzlies
(High School Sports ~ 04/01/14)
By CAREY FOX Times Sports Editor Northview senior Ethan Whitson concluded a successful basketball career this winter and his efforts did not go unnoticed. Whitson's on court exploits drew the attention of Franklin College head coach Kerry Prather. This week, Whitson made the decision to join the Grizzlies program next season under Prather, the school's all-time winningest coach. ...
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Election Office: Vote Center info cards coming via mail
(Local News ~ 04/01/14)
Starting this week, the Clay County Election Office will begin mailing Vote Center Cards to all registered voters. The cards, which will be sent to the address of each voter's active registration record, will not be necessary upon checking in to vote. However, an Indiana- or federal-issued photo identification card will still be required...
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INDOT: U.S. 40 project to begin next week or later
(Local News ~ 04/01/14)
A spokesperson with the state's transportation department says construction is planned to begin next week or later on the multi-million dollar U.S. 40 Pavement Replacement project. Debbie Calder, communications director for the Indiana Department of Transportation's Crawfordsville district, confirmed the start time to be on or after Tuesday, April 15...
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Locals named March of Dimes Ambassador family
(Local News ~ 04/01/14)
Brazil's Mendy Litz still remembers the moment she first saw her 2-pound, 10-ounce baby boy, Anden. When I first saw him he looked like a baby bird that had fallen out of the nest too early," she said. Born three months before his due date, Mendy and her husband Shane knew they would be faced with possible health complications...
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Campaign signs prohibited from state rights-of-way
(Local News ~ 04/01/14)
It's election season and that means it's time for the Indiana Department of Transportation to remind everyone that signs are prohibited from federal and state highway rights-of-way. It's state law, and INDOT personnel are empowered to remove unauthorized signs, including those for real estate, advertising and of political nature...
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Tri Kappa Spring Fling is Saturday
(Local News ~ 04/01/14)
Clay Country Tri Kappa is hosting its 8th Annual Spring Fling from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday. More than 40 local vendors will offer their wares inside North Clay Junior High School. Individuals are asked to bring one non-perishable food item as a donation...
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Court News: March 28-31
(Court News ~ 04/01/14)
Clay County Courthouse The following transactions took place at the Clay County Courthouse March 28-31: Circuit Court State Criminal Charges Jane McKamey, 51, 1: Operating during HTV life suspension Superior Court State Criminal Charges James L. Campbell, 44, 1: Operating a vehicle while intoxicated 2: Operating a vehicle with an ACE of .08 or more...
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