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In Congress, there's always a next time
(Column ~ 08/01/10)
In this era of partisan confrontation and party-line votes on Capitol Hill, it's easy to lose sight of why Congress exists. It is our vehicle for finding remedies to the problems that beset us. It does this by bringing people of different beliefs and ideologies together to discuss the issues, argue about their differences, explore possible solutions and then find common ground...
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'Special lady' is a blessing
(Letter to the Editor ~ 08/01/10)
To the Editor: I just had to write and say we have a very special lady working at our Goodwill Store. I went to a dinner at Meridian Towers and, as always, stopped in the store to look around. I was noticing that there was a plastic flag in one of the bins. I asked her if she could reach it for me because I am in a wheelchair...
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Area breakfast a success
(Letter to the Editor ~ 08/01/10)
To the Editor: Good news and some waiting. Our July 24 breakfast was a success as everyone that came got a good breakfast and did not leave hungry. Everyone departing with words of thanks for a fine breakfast and our volunteers all enjoyed assisting wherever they could...
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Thanksgiving program back
(Letter to the Editor ~ 08/01/10)
To the Editor: A group of individuals between agencies, organizations and churches have decided to begin the process to coordinate Thanksgiving baskets throughout Clay County. This process will follow the tradition of the Christmas Assistance Program...
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Technifab Products enlists help of SATOP for project
(Local News ~ 08/01/10)
With assistance from the NASA-funded Space Alliance Technology Outreach Program (SATOP), Technifab Products, Inc., a manufacturer of cryogenic pipe and hose products based in Brazil, has improved the process of removing water vapor from its vacuum jacketed cryogenic pipe...
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Families celebrating World Breastfeeding Week
(Local News ~ 08/01/10)
Every year, families around the world celebrate the benefits of breastfeeding the first week of August. The 2010 theme for World Breastfeeding Week is "Breastfeeding Just 10 Steps," focusing on 10 steps that health care providers and facilities providing services to mothers and babies can follow to help assure successful breastfeeding...
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Organizations team together to help children
(Local News ~ 08/01/10)
Community Partners for Child Safety and Brazil First Church of the Nazarene Kidz Klozet have teamed together to help children prepare for the 2010-11 school year. The groups will conduct a clothing exchange for anyone in Clay County who would like to participate...
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Terry Ann Turner Crawford
(Obituary ~ 08/01/10)
Terry Ann Turner Crawford, 65, Terre Haute, formerly of Marshall, Ill., died July 31, 2010, at 5:20 p.m., at Royal Oaks Rehabilitation Center. She had been there for a short time. Terry was born Sept. 2, 1944, in Marshall, the daughter of Wayne Andrew Turner and Edith "Eddie" Smitley Turner. She graduated from Marshall High School and was very active with activities while in high school...
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Patsy Lou Martin
(Obituary ~ 08/01/10)
Patsy Lou Martin, 77, Brazil, died at 12:38 a.m., Saturday, July 31, 2010, at Hendricks Regional Health Center, Danville. She was born July 31, 1933, in Bedford, Ind., as the daughter of Alexander P. and Dorothy M. Henderson Hamilton. She graduated from Emerson High School...
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Baby Karen Rene' Elizabeth Ray
(Obituary ~ 08/01/10)
Baby Karen Rene' Elizabeth Ray, was born and died on July 28, 2010, at I.U. Medical Center. She was the daughter of James Ray, Jr. and Patty Powell. Survivors include her mom and dad, Poland, grandparents Kimberly and Bradley Powell, Poland, James Ray, Sr. ...
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National Night Out schedule for Tuesday
(Local News ~ 08/01/10)
It's time for the "National Night Out" at the Y of Clay County. Brazil City Police and the Clay County Sheriff's departments work together to organize this year's event, which is scheduled to begin at 5 p.m., Tuesday. Originated in 1984, the non-profit crime prevention organization National Association of Town Watch (NATW) sponsors the program in conjunction with law enforcement agencies to heighten awareness and strengthen participation in local anticrime efforts. ...
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Dinner time!
(Local News ~ 08/01/10)
The V.F.W., 303 S. Depot St., Brazil, will be the site of a Beef Manhattan dinner Friday, Aug. 13. The event will take place from 4-7 p.m. Cost is $5. All proceeds from the event will go to the Clay County Veterans mini-van fund.
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BCB to pay tribute to Boy Scouts Sunday
(Local News ~ 08/01/10)
The Brazil Concert Band, under the direction of Matthew S. Huber, will salute the Boys Scouts of America, Sunday, Aug. 8, at 8 p.m., at the Forest Park Band Shell or Pavilion if rain. The band will honor Boy Scouts of all ages as they celebrate the 100th anniversary of scouting with works such as "Trooping of the Colors," by Fred Jewell, "Third Alarm," by Edwin Franko Goldman, "Light Cavalry Overture," by von Suppe and John Philip Sousa's march, "The Boy Scouts of America."...
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'Welcome To The Future'
(Local News ~ 08/01/10)
After her success in a recent competition, Sarah Tobias believes her skills as an artist can be put to good use. The 2010 Clay City High School graduate, 18, recently had one of her pieces on display at the Congressional Art Competition in Washington, D.C...
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Cramer claims 23rd Putnamville Clash
(Professional Sports ~ 08/01/10)
By CAREY FOX Times Sports Editor PUTNAMVILLE -- Saturday night was a perfect example of why sprint car fans in the Midwest are so lucky as several tracks contested big races and each track had a solid number of cars on hand to thrill the crowds. USAC headed to K-C Speedway for a sprint car event while both Lawrenceburg and Paragon Speedway were running regular shows. ...
- CCSC releases information about upcoming school year (Local News ~ 08/01/10)
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UPDATED: Three arrested following incident
(Local News ~ 08/01/10)
Officials are investigating a strange incident involving three Louisiana men and allegations of criminal confinement, forgery, theft and resisting law enforcement. According to officials with the Brazil City Police Department, the investigation began as a forgery complaint at First Financial Bank, 2180 East National Ave., Brazil, shortly after 5 p.m., Friday...
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