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John Anthony Lynch
(Obituary ~ 03/01/15)
John Anthony Lynch, 68, of Terre Haute passed away at his residence February 27, 2015. He was born March 10, 1946 in Clearfield County, PA to John M. and Kathryn (Searcy) Lynch and they have preceded him in death. He was also preceded by his step-mother Patricia (Jefferies) Lynch and a sister Laura Lynch Carter...
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Winter storm warning means driving may become difficult
(Local News ~ 03/01/15)
INDIANAPOLIS -- The National Weather Service has declared a winter storm warning for most of central and southern Indiana, predicting up to 7 inches of snow along and north of I-70. Across northern Indiana, up to 4 inches of new snow is expected through Sunday evening. Further south, snow may mix with rain, leading to potentially icy road conditions...
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Jail Bookings: Feb. 27-March 1
(Local News ~ 03/01/15)
Clay County Justice Center The following bookings were reported at the Clay County Justice Center Feb. 27- Mar 1: Thomas S. Edington, 33, was arrested and preliminarily charged with theft. Emily McIntire, 23, was arrested and preliminarily charged with operating a vehicle while intoxicated...
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Trooper's car hit on I-70 in Clay County
(Local News ~ 03/01/15)
An Indiana State Police trooper had his patrol vehicle side-swiped while working a crash on a snowy Interstate 70 on Sunday. ISP's Putnamville Post reports that ISP Trooper Bill Bradbury was working a property damage crash around 11:45 a.m. in the eastbound lanes of I-70, near the 18 mile marker, when a passing tractor-trailer side-swiped his police vehicle...
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A look back ... March 1-7, 1908
(Local News ~ 03/01/15)
Price of tickets won't be reduced Vice President Appell, of the Terre Haute, Indianapolis & Eastern Traction Co., was in Brazil Saturday and talked to several businessmen here. He said there would be no change in the schedule of prices. He said he was sorry but he did not look the part...
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Business gives thanks to fire department
(Letter to the Editor ~ 03/01/15)
To the editor: Exceptional Living Center of Brazil would like to extend a heart-filled thank you to Brazil Fire Chief Jake Bennett and the crew that responded to our facility on February 13, 2015. These firemen went above and beyond their duty on that evening. ...
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With the budget, the President does not call the shots
(Letter to the Editor ~ 03/01/15)
To the editor: I respectfully disagree with Lee Hamilton's position that the President calls the shots where the Federal Budget is concerned. Mr. Hamilton maintains that "Congress used to reign supreme in budget making. Now, the President has become the chief budget-maker." If that is true, then it is because Congress has abdicated its responsibility...
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Bowling Green bridge should be saved
(Letter to the Editor ~ 03/01/15)
To the editor: On January 29, 2015 I attended the meeting concerning the state road 46 bridge over Eel River at Bowling Green. This was at the community building. Personally, I think the bridge should be saved and maintained as a small roadside park...
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It's not always a computer virus
(Column ~ 03/01/15)
A computer "virus" still made news when Computer Central opened in Brazil. In 2002, there was even a front page story about some poor guy in Malaysia the FBI tracked down. By 2015, "computer virus" is such a commonly used phrase it no longer makes the news. ...
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State Board of Education governance
(Letter to the Editor ~ 03/01/15)
Many folks have asked me about education this session, specifically my position on Senate Bill 1. I sit on the Senate Committee on Education and Career Development, and I am honored to have this role. In regards to my education votes, I will always focus on the best interests of our children...
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Coyote feeding causes problems
(Letter to the Editor ~ 03/01/15)
To the editor: Most coyote problems are caused by people feeding coyotes, either intentionally or unintentionally. Although, no-feeding ordinances and fines can help draw attention to the problem, they are rarely effective deterrents. It is far better to help residents see how their role in feeding coyotes creates the problem. ...
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GOALS Academy provides help for new HSE
(Local News ~ 03/01/15)
In the 2013-14 academic school year, there was concern in the state over some upcoming changes to adult education, namely the High School Equivalency exam that would be replacing the General Education Diploma. In early spring, the GED was replaced by the HSE diploma...
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Auschwitz visit helps woman in her pursuit of educating others
(Local News ~ 03/01/15)
Kandace Brown is using a recent life-changing experience to benefit the at-risk youth and families she works with. Brown, director of Teen Court with CHANCES and Services for Youth, used a grant to attend the 70th Anniversary of the Liberation of Auschwitz in January...
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Humane Society needs volunteers, supplies
(Local News ~ 03/01/15)
The Clay County Humane Society is seeking volunteers to work at the shelter. The greatest need is during the weekend, according to a news release from CCHS. Interested volunteers must complete an hour-long training session at 10 a.m. on Monday or Friday at the shelter located on 8280 N County Road 125 W. If a group is desiring to volunteer or the time conflicts with a person's schedule, then special arrangements may be made by contacting shelter manager Rick Swearingen at 812-446-5126...
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Residents dig out from weekend snow storm
(Local News ~ 03/01/15)
Following the weekend snow storm that blanketed most of the county and Wabash Valley, 10-year-old Cayden Floyd and six-year-old Trayven Buis had a special request of their father. "They said they wanted to go and help people," Virgil Buis said of the boys. So Virgil Buis posted a message on Facebook offering their services, and they soon found themselves busy on Sunday, shoveling sidewalks, driveways and even helping push a few cars that were stuck in the snow...
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