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IVY JACOBS AND HAYLEY COOPER PHOTOS. With thousands of visitors lining main street in Brazil, the 2023 Christmas In The Park Parade had good weather, but was extremely cold Friday night. More than 60 entries of floats, firetrucks, vintage cars, Jeeps, buses, and walkers with candy filled US 40. The crowd - children and adults - ebbed into the street to collect candy, and causing the parade to halt out of safety concerns.

Here's a look at how Veteran's Day 2023 was celebrated around Clay County. Photos by Ivy Jacobs and Hayley Cooper.

These are some spooky sites and scenes around Clay County this Halloween season.

HAYLEY COOPER PHOTOS. The 54th Annual Cory Apple Festival took place over the weekend, with the parade on Sunday.

HAYLEY COOPER PHOTOS. Brazil Main Street's seventh annual Route 40 Fest had a great turnout over the weekend.

HAYLEY COOPER PHOTOS - The 12th annual Mayor's Ride had a great turnout over the weekend.

PHOTOS BY HAYLEY COOPER. The second Annual International Overdose Awareness Day was held at Forest Park, with awards given to front-line workers and local officials. Mayor Brian Wyndham proclaimed August 31 International Overdose Awareness Day in Brazil, IN.

Bowling Green Old Settlers Picnic is a long-standing tradition in Clay County. The pedal tractor pull is always a favorite, with a large crowd gathering to watch tots drag a weighted sled as far as they can.

PHOTOS BY HAYLEY COOPER AND IVY JACOBS. James R. "Jimmy" Hoffa's historical marker was dedicated on Tuesday, August 8. His son, James P. Hoffa, spoke, and his sons unveiled the plaque.

The public attended National Night Out Tuesday at the Forest Park Cow Palace in force and were lined up before 5 p.m.

Book To Barn has become a 4-H staple in the past few years. This free literacy and agricultural program brought in groups of children for story time, a craft activity, and a snack. The group also got to interact with animals at the fair. After all the fun activities, the children got to pick between a variety of books about animals and also received a coloring book. This event was fun for everyone involved, including parents and event coordinators. "This is my favorite thing I'm in charge of at the fair," explained Book To Barn coordinator Olivia Morgan.

The 2023 Clay County 4-H Fair is full of fun, from the Fashion Revue, the Color Run, Slip n Slide, Pedal Tractor Pull, and Mechanical Bull. Kids are seen having a blast, even taking time from events to enjoy playing outdoors.

On July 5, Clay City marked the beginning of its sesquicentennial celebration by hosting the 83rd annual "You Oughta Be in Pictures" parade. The town came out in full force to celebrate Clay City's 150th birthday. Check out Clay City Fair Association's Facebook page for a full schedule of events.

The Brazil Public Library was the place to meet some of the Heroes of Brazil Wednesday afternoon. The Brazil Police and Fire departments and S.T.A.R. Ambulance stopped by to visit with local children and their parents to talk about safety and let them check out their vehicles. This program is free and open to the public.

Although dark skies were overhead, it was bumper-to-bumper traffic and just as many smiles as people of all ages enjoyed the only Cruise-In Brazil event scheduled this year. All types (cars, trucks, vans, semis, motorcycles, mopeds, side by sides, and more) of vintage, new, and vehicles that were works in progress began showing up in town early Saturday. The Brazil Times was on the scene, as well as numerous Brazil Police Officers and vehicles. Some in the crowd cheered on the burnouts, while others cheered on the officers trying to maintain public safety. Times Editor Ivy Jacobs hopes you enjoy these photos. NOTE: Not all photos have been processed; more could be uploaded over the next few days.

Timeless features stories and pictures from yesteryears. Please enjoy them here from January's edition.

Circuit Court Judge Joseph Trout worked Saturday morning with Superior Court Judge Robert Pell in Clay Superior Court, performing the swearing-in ceremonies for candidates who won offices during the November election. The courtroom was packed with candidates, their families, friends, and spectators. “Remember, you were elected to serve the people of this county,” said Commissioner Paul Sinders as he greeted the crowd.

Northview High School held its annual door and hallway Holiday Decorating Contest in recent weeks, complete with Santa, the Grinch, and the conductor from the Polar Express making appearances. The math department won this year's contest, earning the right to a pizza party during the school day. A photo gallery with nearly all decorations created are featured in this gallery by The Brazil Times.