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Marie Evans
(Obituary ~ 06/12/14)
Marie Evans, 91, of Brazil, passed away at home with her family by her side, June 11, 2014 following a brief illness. Marie was born May 12, 1923, in Norris City, Illinois the daughter of Frank and Susie (Scott) Witters. After graduating from high school she married Robert Evans. ...
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V. Madeline Thompson
(Obituary ~ 06/12/14)
V. Madeline Thompson, 85, of Greencastle, Indiana, and formerly of Brazil, Indiana, died June 11, 2014 at Asbury Towers, in Greencastle. Madeline was born January 28, 1929, in Buchannon County, Virginia the daughter of Charles and Allie (Osborn) Burke. ...
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Woman injured after exiting moving vehicle
(Local News ~ 06/12/14)
Police say an Indianapolis woman was injured Thursday after exiting a moving vehicle following a physical altercation with her ex-boyfriend on a rural Clay County road. Rachael L. Riggle, 35, suffered non-life threatening face, chest and lower leg injuries as a result, according to an Indiana State Police account of the incident. She was transported to St. Vincent Clay Hospital where police suspect she will likely be treated and released...
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Dealing with common pond problems
(Column ~ 06/12/14)
The calls have been coming in to Purdue Extension from pond owners who are starting to have problems with their ponds. Most of these problems have come in the form of algae. However a few have been rooted pond weeds. There are three main types of algae. ...
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Edward Jones moves up on Fortune 500
(Community News ~ 06/12/14)
Financial services firm Edward Jones has moved up on the annual Fortune 500 list, as published by Fortune Magazine, in its second appearance in two years, according to the area's financial advisors. The annual listing ranks the largest U.S. companies by revenue. Edward Jones moved up to 444 on this year's list, up 47 spots, with more than $5.7 billion in revenue for 2013...
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Chamber of Commerce
(Community News ~ 06/12/14)
The Chamber of Commerce appreciates all who participated in its Bowling/Euchre tournament on May 20 at Brazilian Lanes, noting that through such support it can continue to fund community initiatives and lead the way for businesses. The lane sponsors were Aames Title and Closing, Brazil Family Dentistry, The Brazil Times, Clay County Podiatry, Hoosier Home and Land, Inspired Studios, Kelly Service, Riddell National Bank, Terre Haute Savings Bank and Wilson-Tek. ...
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Catholic Charities to host mobile food bank
(Community News ~ 06/12/14)
Catholic Charities and the Knights of Columbus will host a Mobile Food Bank at Kennedy Crossing at 5 p.m. June 23. For more information, call 812-232-1447.
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Indiana State Police announces Twitter initiative
(Local News ~ 06/12/14)
Indiana State Police announced recently that 13 State Police Districts will now have a unique Twitter account to complement the existing statewide Twitter handle of @IndStatePolice. The Twitter account for Clay County is @ISPPutnamville. The local state police Twitter account will be used primarily by the state police public information officer locally assigned at each state police post...
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Jail Bookings
(Police Logs ~ 06/12/14)
Clay County Justice Center The following jail bookings took place at the Clay County Justice Center between June 11-12: Battery with Bodily Injury Barnhart, Danielle, 28 Pending Stapert, Christopher P., 27 Barnhart, Danielle, 28 Probation Violation Sims, Robert Wade, 25...
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Court News
(Court News ~ 06/12/14)
Clay County Courthouse The following transactions took place at the Clay County Courthouse June 10-11: Circuit Court State Criminal Charges Isaac Craig, 44, 1: Possession of marijuana 2: Possession of paraphernalia Cameron Wayne Bridges, 20, 1: Driving while suspended...
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Live power lines keep rescuers at bay following 2-car crash
(Local News ~ 06/12/14)
A two-vehicle crash southeast of Brazil dropped live power lines on one of the wrecked vehicles, forcing emergency responders to halt their rescue of the injured driver until the power could be shut off. Duke Energy personnel were able to cut the power, and Beth A. Beasley, 48, Brazil, was extricated from the vehicle. She was transported to Terre Haute Regional Hospital with what appeared to be non-life threatening arm injuries, according to the Indiana State Police...
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Duke Energy employees volunteer labor at local fairgrounds
(Local News ~ 06/12/14)
Duke Energy employee Matt Mullenix said his children are actively involved in the Clay County 4-H program. So, when his employer gave him the opportunity to spend a day assisting the non-profit organization, it was an easy decision. Mullenix was among a group of volunteers from the local Duke Energy branch working at the Clay County Fairgrounds on Wednesday as part of Duke Energy in Action program...
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Rotary 4th of July Celebration: Discounted midway tickets available through June 26
(Local News ~ 06/12/14)
Local residents can save some cash during the Brazil Rotary Club's 4th of July Celebration with $15 advance sale discounted "Pay-One- Price" ride tickets now available at local banks. The sale begins today and lasts through June 26. Once purchased, the discount tickets can be redeemed for an unlimited ride bracelet once the annual celebration opens. The Macaroni Family Attractions Amusements midway opens at 5:30 p.m. June, 27 through Independence Day...
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Clay Community School officials mulling over soccer lighting options
(Local News ~ 06/12/14)
Clay Community School Corp. officials are exploring lighting options for the soccer field at Northview High School including possible portable units that could double as emergency lighting. "What we are going to investigate is the purchase of two portable light units to have at the field as well as renting a balance of units, maybe two or four during the soccer season," CCS Director of Extended Services Mike Howard explained to school trustees during their Thursday evening meeting. ...
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Kasper receives scholarship
(Community News ~ 06/12/14)
2014 Clay City High School graduate Heidi Kasper was the recipient of this year's Mayberry of the Midwest Citizenship Scholarship. Barrett's Excavating, Coughanowr Insurance Inc., Eyecare Specialists, Horn's Mower Shop, Miller & Stewart LLC, Royer Veterinary Services, Brazil Family Dentistry, Clover Signs, Family First Home Care, K&K Hardware & Lumber, Miller's IGA, Thatcher RV Sales, Ceres Solutions, Dyer-Hill Agency, Fischer Drilling & Well Service, Mayberry Malt & Coffee Shoppe, Riddell National Bank and Wallace Brothers sponsored this year's award.. ...
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Minnick-Crabb reunion will be June 21
(Community News ~ 06/12/14)
The Minnick-Crabb reunion will be 1 p.m. Saturday, June 21 at Pappy's BBQ. Please note the time change. A buffet-style meal will be offered for $10 plus tax and gratuity. Please notify your family and let Susie (Minnick) Freeman know how many will be there. Susie's phone numbers are 812-443-1809 or 812-240-5878...
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Chrisman receives degree
(Community News ~ 06/12/14)
Melissa Jo Chrisman, Brazil, received a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science in north Chicago, Ill. This year marked the 100th commencement ceremony for Rosalind Franklin University.
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