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Top teams compete in Valley Cross Kick off
(High School Sports ~ 08/13/17)
By CAREY FOX Times Sports Editor SEELEYVILLE — The official start of the 2017 cross country season was a week earlier this season as the IHSAA moved the first meet date up in the calendar. That move enabled Terre Haute South to create the Valley Cross Kickoff at the Lavern Gibson Championship Course in Seeleyville. With another chance for teams to run the state championship course, a variety of ranked squads were on hand Saturday to participate in the unscored team event...
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REUNIONS: Van Buren Class of 1967
(Community News ~ 08/13/17)
Van Buren Class of 1967 recently hosted its reunion at Putnam Inn. Pictured are front, from left, Sharon (Bennett) Jones, Beckey (Reionehl) Thompson; row two, Kay (McQueen) Harper, Rita (Cooksey) Linton, Carol (Summers) Allen, Mikie Spears, Mary (Mosteller) Mellon, John Irwin; row three, Kathy (Aker) White, Linda (Langley) Hayes, Rita (Zentko) Buchholz, Joan (Quilliam) Bowman, Brenda (Redifer) Roeschlein, Roger Herron, Jim Hayes, Jim Keen, Mr. ...
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McCulloughs celebrate 50 years of marriage
(Community News ~ 08/13/17)
Jack and Nancy (Killion) McCullough, Brazil, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on July 29 at Center Point church. It was a surprise celebration hosted by the couple’s sons, Jeff and Michael, and daughter-in-law. The couple was married July 29, 1967, at Epworth Church, officiated by Rev. Jesse Ball...
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REUNIONS: Van Buren Class of 1972
(Community News ~ 08/13/17)
Van Buren Class of 1972 hosted its 45th Reunion on Aug. 5 at the Knightsville Community Center. There were 58 in the class; six are deceased. Pictured front, from left, are Linda Thomas, Debbie Goshen James, Judy Pell Maurer, Mary Sumner Koehler, Glenda Lawrence Brunett, Dawn Cox Johnston, Marsha Kunkel Helms; and back, Charlie Emery, John Pierce, Bill Loughmiller, Steve Stearley, Rick Hayes, Mike Hapenny, Steve Withers, Bryan Pell and Rick James...
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REUNIONS August 14, 2017
(Community News ~ 08/13/17)
The Crafton Reunion will be 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. Aug. 20 at Center Point United Methodist Church - Family Living Center, 200 South Cherry St., Center Point. Bring pictures and stories to share along with your table service and one or more covered dishes to share. Ice for drinks will be provided. All Crafton relatives are welcome to attend; bring a cousin...
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Hayes named to Honors List
(Local News ~ 08/13/17)
Amber Hayes of Center Point has been named to the Mercy College of Ohio (Toledo Campus) Honors List. To be named on the Honor’s List, a student must achieve a grade point average of [3.3] or higher and be enrolled for 6-11 credit hours. Mercy College of Ohio is a Catholic undergraduate institution with a campus in Toledo, Ohio and a location in Youngstown, Ohio...
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Overton receives scholarship from Hunting with Hunter Foundation
(Local News ~ 08/13/17)
The Hunting with Hunter Foundation has awarded its fourth scholarship for $5,000 to 2017 Northview graduate Madison Overton who will be attend Indiana State University to pursue a degree in nursing. This scholarship was established in memory of Hunter Max Harrison and is funded through the Hunting with Hunter banquet. ...
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Rose-Hulman, Ivy Tech hosting solar eclipse watch parties
(Local News ~ 08/13/17)
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology’s Oakley Observatory and Astronomy Club will host a Solar Eclipse Watch Party on Monday, Aug. 21, assuming that the sky is clear. Several telescopes will be set up with special filters to view the sun. The eclipse will begin in this region of the country at 12:55 p.m., will reach a maximum of 95 percent coverage at 2:23 p.m. and will end at 3:47 p.m. The observatory will be open throughout the eclipse time period...
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Families, businesses should be recognized
(Letter to the Editor ~ 08/13/17)
To the editor: As a boy, I grew up in Knightsville, the home of Banjo (Jim Wallace), founder of the Wallace Bros. Disposal Service. Some 80 years later, well just take a look as you exit the city limits of Brazil headed west. There on the south side stands a beautiful building complex reflecting the success of the Wallace Family’s integrity, character and sincerity. You only have to stop and think a minute of the impact this beautiful business has on the government and citizens of Clay County...
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Yes, the wealthy pay their fair share
(Letter to the Editor ~ 08/13/17)
To the editor: James L. Allen recently wrote a letter to the editor suggesting that the real redistribution of wealth in America comes from working people such as welders and goes to the billionaires. This simply is not true. He also states that “Presently the U.S. ...
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Thanks given to support of lemonade stand
(Letter to the Editor ~ 08/13/17)
To the editor: On Saturday, August 5, 2017, our six year old son, James participated in his 2nd National Lemonade Day. What is National Lemonade Day one might ask, ‘Lemonade Day is a fun, experiential program that teaches youth how to start, own and operate their very own business — a lemonade stand. Each year, in participating cities, youth have the opportunity to experience entrepreneurship by setting up their business during their city’s community-wide Lemonade Day...
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Be part of the solution
(Letter to the Editor ~ 08/13/17)
To the editor: Pope Francis is recognized as a global leader on climate change. In his encyclical letter, “Laudato Si,” he writes that “… every form of life has value regardless of its worth to human beings.” He reaffirms that “… all creatures are connected, each must be cherished with love and respect, for all of us as living creatures are dependent on one another.”...
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THIS WEEK, THAT YEAR 1954: State looks at deer hunting, Studebaker and Packard merge
(Community News ~ 08/13/17)
It’s hard to believe but legal deer hunting in Indiana was in its infancy in August 1954. On Aug. 27, the Indiana Conservation Department had scheduled a public hearing to consider if there would be a deer hunting season for the fourth year. If approved, deer could be hunted for two days. ...
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Point of no return… Are we there yet?
(Editorial ~ 08/13/17)
We all know Earth is allegedly the only known planet in the universe with all the necessities for life. Not only the beauty of plant life, animals and birds, the bees and the little fishes of the sea, but this planet contains a wonder of the universe — mankind. We are supposedly capable of intelligent thought and can manipulate the environment because of opposable thumbs and that makes us superior...
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Point of no return… Are we there yet?
(Community News ~ 08/13/17)
We all know Earth is allegedly the only known planet in the universe (at this point in history) with all the necessities for life. Not only the beauty of plant life, animals and birds, the bees and the little fishes of the sea, but this planet contains a wonder of the universe — mankind. We are supposedly capable of intelligent thought and can manipulate the environment because of opposable thumbs and that makes us superior...
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Center Point volunteer fire receives grant
(Local News ~ 08/13/17)
The Wabash Valley Community Foundation awarded its sixth 25th Anniversary Grant in the amount of $1,000 to Center Point & Community Volunteer Fire Company. The grant will be used to purchase new tables and chairs for fundraising events such as the annual fish fry and breakfasts...
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Infrastructure improvements coming to city’s southwest
(Local News ~ 08/13/17)
Brazil Mayor Brian Wyndham says grant money awarded by Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs to the city is making lots of necessary changes in the community. A little more than $500,000 will be put to work soon to correct water issues in the southwest quadrant of Brazil...
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Brazil Concert Band to present ‘Solar Eclipse Eve’
(Local News ~ 08/13/17)
The Brazil Concert Band will present “Solar Eclipse Eve,” directed by Matthew S. Huber, at 8 p.m. Sunday in Forest Park, rain or shine. To celebrate this natural event, the BCB offers up a concert of fun music as we all await the solar eclipse on Monday, Aug. 21...
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SUMMER SAFETY FOR KIDS August 14, 2017
(Local News ~ 08/13/17)
Sometimes a child can find themselves a victim of peer pressure from other children or adults which can lead to bad decisions and/or situations. What can a child do? The tip of the day: It’s OK to say “no” and/or remove themselves from the situation even if their friends don’t like it...
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Northview girls control soccer scrimmage with Vikings
(High School Sports ~ 08/13/17)
Times Staff Report WEST TERRE HAUTE — The Northview girls’ soccer team opened the season with a scrimmage against West Vigo on Saturday morning and came out with a 9-1 edge in scoring. The opening 25 minutes was controlled by Northview during the varsity portion as the Knights got 11 shots on net. Kassidy Kellett posted the first goal with Karlie Kellett recording the assist. Sarah Bryan added the second score with Kaylee Lowe providing the assist...
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Work continues on bridge near Clay City
(Local News ~ 08/13/17)
The Indiana Department of Transportation reports that work is progressing on the State Road 246 Bridge replacement over the Eel River outside of Clay City. The road is scheduled to reopen Oct 20.
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Tyler Thomas picks up Midwest Sprint Car Series win at LPS
(Professional Sports ~ 08/13/17)
By CAREY FOX Times Sports Editor PUTNAMVILLE – Saturday evening was a night of joyous returns to victory lane at Lincoln Park Speedway. Tyler Thomas made his second trip to the winner’s circle in sprint car action this season at the Putnamville oval. While Josh Litton did the same in the bomber division, it was Steve Peeden’s eighth victory in the UMP Super Stock class. Perhaps the happiest winner of the night was Roy Bruce, who scored his first win in the UMP Modifieds since 2015 at LPS...
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CLUB NEWS: Tri County Community Club
(Community News ~ 08/13/17)
The Tri County Community Club met on July 19 at the Zion Church in Poland. It was one of our picnic luncheons. We had a great meal, with all bringing their favorite fixings. Wilma Holsapple gave the blessing. Our president Evelyn Rubeck opened our meeting asking all to give the Pledge of Allegiance...
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CLAY COUNTY PLANNER August 14, 2017
(Local News ~ 08/13/17)
Adults can join the Brazil Public Library on Thursday at 6 p.m. for painting a couple of wine glasses for the upcoming holiday season. The cost is $3. You must be prepaid and pre-registered for this craft by today. For more information, call 812-448-1981...
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Community Theatre of Clay County hosting auditions soon
(Community News ~ 08/13/17)
Auditions for Community Theatre of Clay County Young Actors Theatre’s “Rumplestiltskin” are Aug. 21 and 22 at 5:30 p.m. Anyone age 6-15 years old are welcome to participate, and attendance at only one night of auditions is necessary. Children are welcome to prepare a short song (accompanist not provided.; they may sing a cappella) or monologue highlighting your strengths, but this is not required. Performances are Friday evening Nov. 3, with matinees on Saturday and Sunday Nov. 4 and 5...
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Community’s goodwill leads to theatre improvements
(Local News ~ 08/13/17)
It took years but the Community Theatre of Clay County was able to save enough funds to give the facility a face lift. Now they’re setting a new goal: Getting air conditioning for the facility. “Having air conditioning would allow us to use the building four to five more months in the year,” Board president for 33 years, Richlyn Coughanowr said, adding the theatre closes during the hottest months because. “We would like to provide artistic programs for local children.”...
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