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Roy F. Dengg Jr.
(Obituary ~ 05/25/15)
Roy F. Dengg Jr., 89, formerly of Brazil, passed away May 23, 2015 in Zionsville, IN with his family by his side. Roy was born February 22, 1926 in Chicago, Illinois, the son of the late Roy F. Dengg Sr. and Leah Elizabeth (Scherb) Dengg. Roy loved country music, the Chicago Cubs, and his family. He enjoyed attending church and had a strong faith in God. He was loved by friends in Brazil, Rockville, Zionsville and anywhere he went for his friendly nature, hearty laugh, and enthusiastic singing...
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Florence Romaine (Kitch) Mason
(Obituary ~ 05/25/15)
Our Mom, Florence Romaine (Kitch) Mason, slipped away from us the evening of Sunday, May 24, 2015, to rejoin Dad, her mother and "Pop," and all her beloved brothers and sisters. She was born south of Bowling Green, IN, on June 17, 1925, the tenth of 11 children of Alvie and May (Stahl) Kitch...
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Business partners continue to help students
(Letter to the Editor ~ 05/25/15)
To the editor: The Northview Transitional Work Experience Program is nearing the end of its 16th year and the students and staff would once again like to thank all of our participating business partners for their personal interest and support of the program. ...
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Muddy walk draws complaint from Brazil resident
(Letter to the Editor ~ 05/25/15)
To the editor: I just got back from a morning walk with my wife at Craig Park. It would have been way more enjoyable if we hadn't returned home with a couple pounds of mud on our shoes. Any idea when INDOT is going to fix the damage they caused to our nice, new walking track? Spring is here and summer is just around the corner. ...
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Woman angry with thefts at local cemetery
(Letter to the Editor ~ 05/25/15)
To the editor: I just need to vent about people in Brazil who steal flowers off of graves. My mother was buried in Brazil in April of this year. Her grave is still heaping with newly dug dirt. I bought her a $200 stainless steel flower holder that clamps on the head stone and $60 worth of flowers to go in it...
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A look back ... May 24-30, 1953
(Local News ~ 05/25/15)
America fired the world's first atomic artillery shell today and it exploded over the Nevada desert proving grounds. It was called Amazon Annie. The Reverend Father Charles A. Wagner, pastor of the Annunciation Church, celebrated 25 years in the priesthood. Members of his congregations in Brazil, Carbon and Diamond Missions presented him with a new Oldsmobile...
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Couple celebrates 50 years
(Anniversary ~ 05/25/15)
Mark and Judy Minar of Brazil observed their 50th wedding anniversary on Oct. 10, 2014. They celebrated in November with a cruise from Barcelona, Spain to New Orleans, Louisiana.
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Couple to wed Sept. 12
(Wedding ~ 05/25/15)
Helen Corne, formerly of Clay County, and Jason Irvine will be married on Sept. 12. The couple was engaged on March 16 in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. The couple met at their place of employment, the Wabash Valley Correctional Facility in Carlisle. Jason has been employed there for 15 years, while Helen has been there for two years. ...
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Crouse to turn 90 on Wednesday
(Community News ~ 05/25/15)
The family of Virginia Crouse will have a surprise party celebrating her 90th birthday at the home of Doug and Cheryl McKinney, 9063 South CR 900 West, Brazil, from 2 to 5 p.m. on Sunday. Her birthday is Wednesday. If you cannot hand deliver a card in person, send your birthday wishes to Virginia at: 7621 N CR 675 W, Brazil, IN 47834...
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Brazil High School reunion is June 20
(Community News ~ 05/25/15)
(NEW LOCATION) The Mother of All Reunions (MOAR) for Brazil High School graduates (1950-1959) will be at 11 a.m. on June 20 at the second and third shelter as you go into Forest Park off of Lambert and Pinckley streets. This reunion is a casual picnic affair and guests are asked to bring a covered dish. Lunch begins around noon...
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Brazil Class of 1955 to meet
(Community News ~ 05/25/15)
Brazil Class of 1955 will have a 60th class reunion meeting at McDonald's in Brazil at noon on Thursday. Class members wishing to help with planning are asked to attend.
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Fontanet alumni planning reunion
(Community News ~ 05/25/15)
The Fontanet High School alumni are planning at reunion for all Beantowners at noon June 13 at the Holloway Grove (Bean Dinner Grounds.) A carry-in dinner will be served. Each person is asked to bring a covered dish, eating utensils and lawn chair. Drinks will be provided...
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Staunton Class of 1975 to gather
(Community News ~ 05/25/15)
Staunton High School Class of 1975 40th year class reunion will be at Pizza Hut in Brazil on July 3 at 6 p.m. All former classmates and teachers are welcome. For more information, contact Jonie Moore at 812-236-4828.
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It's time to reform crop insurance
(Editorial ~ 05/25/15)
At the Center for Rural Affairs, we've heard from farmers across the Midwest and Great Plains about negative impacts of federally subsidized crop insurance for over a decade. A farm safety net is important to help family farmers mitigate risks, but there are real concerns with the current crop insurance program...
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FINANCIAL FOCUS Goodbye, child care costs ... Hello, college savings opportunities
(Column ~ 05/25/15)
If you're a working parent, you know firsthand about the difficulties of finding quality, affordable care for your children. But eventually, your kids head off to school, and those child care bills go away, or at least diminish greatly. When that happens, you could start putting away money for another one of your children's milestones: college...
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Jail Bookings: May 24-25, 2015
(Local News ~ 05/25/15)
Clay County Justice Center The following bookings were reported at the Clay County Justice Center May 24-25: Jerod A. Stultz, 34, was arrested and preliminarily charged with operating a vehicle while intoxicated -- refusal Harvey R. Cheesman, 56, was arrested and preliminarily charged with operating a vehicle while intoxicated...
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High school graduations are this week
(Local News ~ 05/25/15)
All Clay County high schools will conduct commencement this week. Cumberland Academy graduation begins at 7 p.m. Thursday at Northview High School. Northview High School will host its graduation at 8 p.m. Friday in the school's gymnasium. Clay City High School will graduate its seniors at a ceremony that begins at 2 p.m. on Saturday in the school's gymnasium...
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YMCA gearing up for 'Back to School Fair'
(Local News ~ 05/25/15)
The school year may still be winding down, but the Clay County YMCA is already gearing up for 2015-16. The Y has announced its Back to School Fair, where families are given the opportunity to pick out new and gently used clothes for back to school. The event is from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 25 at the Y in Brazil...
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Annual run raises money to feed hungry Clay County children
(Local News ~ 05/25/15)
More than 100 runners take part in annual event "Singin' in the Rain" blared from the loudspeaker as the first of 128 runners arrived to claim their registration packets for the third annual Food for Families 5K at Forest Park. Rain had fallen before sunrise, and the run was scheduled to take place rain or shine...
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11-year-old raises money to help feed her friends
(Local News ~ 05/25/15)
Clara Thompson, 11, a member of the First Baptist Church, raised $140 for the Food for Families 5K by selling cookies. "She has been really moved by this cause, to provide summer nutrition for her friends, a lot of the kids she goes to school with," said Bob Kumpf, pastor of Center Point United Methodist Church...
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White House recognizes local student's giving spirit with award
(Local News ~ 05/25/15)
Clay City High School Junior Macy Jackson enjoys helping others. It's a trait she inherited from watching other members of her family. Whether it is a local food drive or a relief effort for a community devastated by a tornado, she is always more than willing to lend a helping hand...
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Clay County Historical Society to meet, host events
(Local News ~ 05/25/15)
The Clay County Historical Society will meet at 7 p.m. June 1 in the lower level of the museum. The guest speaker is Colonel L. Kip Clark, commander of the 181st Intelligence Wing, Hulman Field, Indiana Air National Guard, in Terre Haute. The public is invited to attend...
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Allender no-hits, Villain slams WRV in sectional win
(High School Sports ~ 05/25/15)
By CAREY FOX Times Sports Editor CLAY CITY -- The Clay City Eels put together an efficient night on the defensive side to open up sectional play Monday night and the offense broke through late for a 10-0 victory in five innings over White River Valley...
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Jackson Township Fire Department raises money for supplies
(Local News ~ 05/25/15)
Frank Phillips photo. Jackson Township Fire Department's annual Memorial Day breakfast raises money for supplies, said Chief Tom Champion. Rainy weather threatened the turnout Monday but in past years $200 to $500 has been raised, he said.
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