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James E. “Jimmy Jett” Jones
(Obituary ~ 03/23/17)
James E. “Jimmy Jett” Jones, 59, of Brazil passed away Monday March 20, 2017 surrounded by his family. James was born April 29, 1957 in Terre Haute to Edward Junior Jones and June “Shaw” Jones. He is survived by his parents; his daughters, Torrie Jones and Jamie Jones; sisters, Sharon Dorn and husband Lester, who was his fishing buddy and close friend, Ruth Pugh, and Heather Fields; his hunting buddy and nephew, Jason Dorn; his companion, Candy Torres and her children Paula Torres, Paul Torres, Carla Monagham, and Jenny Torres, several grandchildren, one great grandchild, nieces and nephews. ...
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COURT NEWS March 21-23, 2017
(Local News ~ 03/23/17)
The following filings were reported in Clay Superior Court during March 21-23: State vs William G. Glass., 47: Operating vehicle while intoxicated endangering a person, Operating vehicle with ACE of .15 or more Harold W. Maesch vs Kelly A. Maesch - with children...
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COURT NEWS March 21-23, 2017
(Court News ~ 03/23/17)
The following filings were reported in Clay Superior Court during March 21-23: State vs William G. Glass., 47: Operating vehicle while intoxicated endangering a person, Operating vehicle with ACE of .15 or more Harold W. Maesch vs Kelly A. Maesch - with children...
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JAIL BOOKINGS March 21-23, 2017
(Local News ~ 03/23/17)
The following jail bookings occurred from March 21-23, 2017: Hooten, Austin Robert: Child Molesting (F4), Child Molesting (F3) and Contributing to delinquency of a minor (MA) Lutz, Maryann: Probation Order Violation (MC) Metz, Brayson Michael: Operating vehicle with schedule I or II controlled substance or metabolite in the body (MC) and Possession of marijuana (MB)...
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JAIL BOOKINGS March 21-23, 2017
(Police Logs ~ 03/23/17)
The following jail bookings occurred from March 21-23, 2017: Hooten, Austin Robert: Child Molesting (F4), Child Molesting (F3) and Contributing to delinquency of a minor (MA) Lutz, Maryann: Probation Order Violation (MC) Metz, Brayson Michael: Operating vehicle with schedule I or II controlled substance or metabolite in the body (MC) and Possession of marijuana (MB)...
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Staunton Spring Show
(Local News ~ 03/23/17)
Staunton Elementary School students played to a packed house during their Spring Show on Tuesday. The theme was the 1950s and poodle skirts were all the rage.
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Community Choir announces Easter Cantata dates
(Local News ~ 03/23/17)
The Brazil Community Choir, under the direction of Sam Glover, will present its 2017 Easter Cantata, O What A Savior at the following times and locations: • Friday, April 7 at 7 p.m. at Little Historic Church, 14695 N. Linden St., Carbon • Sunday, April 9 at 6 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, 201 N. Meridian St., Brazil...
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Military Plaza is seeking donations
(Local News ~ 03/23/17)
Military Plaza is seeking donations. The Clay County Military Plaza is seeking donations for an inside yard sale and bake sale at the Brazil Veterans of Foreign Wars auxiliary hall from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on April 7-8. To donate items or homemade baked goods, deliver them to the VFW or call Linda Rowe (812-878-7756) or Keith Kowitz (812-443-0150) for pickup. No furniture or television...
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Bucshon recognized by U.S. Chamber
(Local News ~ 03/23/17)
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce honored Eighth District Congressman Larry Bucshon, M.D. this week with its annual Spirit of Enterprise Award, given in recognition of his support for pro-growth policies in the second session of the 114th Congress. The award is given annually to members of Congress based on their votes on business legislation as outlined in the Chamber’s annual scorecard, How They Voted. ...
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Conservation officers: It’s not too late to ‘Spring Aboard’
(Community News ~ 03/23/17)
Indiana Conservation Officers are partnering with the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators to encourage boaters to “Spring Aboard” and enroll in a boater education course. Working in partnership with the states, many online course providers will offer incentives or course discounts for students who enroll in or complete a course during the Spring Aboard campaign through Saturday...
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Rep. Baird welcomes local students to Statehouse
(Community News ~ 03/23/17)
State Rep. Jim Baird (R-Greencastle) recently welcomed student pages from North Clay Middle School to the Statehouse. As a House page, these participants toured government offices, helped staff with daily duties and joined Baird on the House floor during the legislation session. They are, above, from left, Levi Taylor, Reelsville; Maddie Gearld, Brazil; and Kylee Bosstick, Brazil...
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Wheelchair-bound man travels to raise money for children who can’t help themselves
(Local News ~ 03/23/17)
Indianapolis resident Richard Propes is on a mission to ensure every child has a peaceful home. That’s what the logo states for his Tenderness Tour and it is what he struggled to find in his own life as a young man.
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CRADLES receives $40k grant from United Way
(Local News ~ 03/23/17)
CRADLES of Clay County will receive a $40,000 grant over the next two years from United Way of the Wabash Valley. “The local grant was made possible from the UnitedIN16 designated grant from the Indiana Association of United Ways,” states a news release from Abby Desboro of the United Way.
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Dake to perform at Senior Center
(Community News ~ 03/23/17)
Local artist Ben Dake will perform at 7 p.m. Saturday at the Clay County Senior Center, 120 S. Franklin St., Brazil. Dake will sing Memphis Memories of the late Elvis Presley and other talents. Homemade pies and sandwiches will be sold as a fundraiser, and a donation will be taken for the music...
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Commissioners to meet in special session
(Local News ~ 03/23/17)
Clay County Commissioners will meet in special session at 10:20 a.m. Monday in the Commissioners Courtroom inside the Clay County Courthouse. On the agenda is the consideration of detour county road approval for the Indiana Department of Transportation...
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City moving in on properties in need of cleaning
(Local News ~ 03/23/17)
Spring doesn’t officially begin until Monday, but the city’s Board of Public Works and Safety got a head start this week on projects traditionally associated with the season. Works board members agreed on Wednesday to let city workers clean up various city properties after their owners failed to do it themselves. Properties on the most recent list include two on South Grant Street, two others on West Church and Jackson streets and another on King Avenue...
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Something to build on: Monthly breakfast helping church reach its goal
(Local News ~ 03/23/17)
On the third Saturday of each month the members of the Bee Ridge Congregational Christian Church will be serving up breakfast in hopes of raising the target goal of $400,000 to build their new church. The menu includes biscuits and gravy, eggs, sausage, hashed brown potatoes, pancakes and donuts along with milk, juice, coffee and/or orange juice, all for a free-will donation and take out is available...
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