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Team Brazil is successful
(Letter to the Editor ~ 02/10/13)
To the Editor: Team Brazil would like to thank the community of Brazil and surrounding areas for their support of Traci Miller and the ALS Foundation. Our team was in top place for 2012 with donations. We raised more than $20,000, with Traci raising more than $12,000 of that amount...
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Let's agree to disagree
(Letter to the Editor ~ 02/10/13)
To the Editor: I read the interview of L.T. Clark in your article, "NRA member differs with organization." I would first like to say that I know Mr. Clark and respect his wisdom and well-considered opinions. However, I must respectfully disagree with his position on the NRA, the Second Amendment and firearm ownership...
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Food Pantry thanks generous community
(Letter to the Editor ~ 02/10/13)
To the Editor: The Emergency Food Pantry has experienced the busiest month in the history of its service to Clay County. Our records would indicate that we have served 362 family units that contained a total of 4,409 individuals. The pantry has been extremely busy with all that is involved with providing food, clothing and household items...
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Neighbor's kindness a nice surprise
(Letter to the Editor ~ 02/10/13)
To the Editor: I got a nice surprise Saturday morning, Feb. 2. Some kind soul cleaned the snow off the sidewalks in front of my house. I don't know who did it, but it was appreciated. Thank you. Gretchen VanPelt, Brazil
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Brazil proud of Cpl. Archer
(Letter to the Editor ~ 02/10/13)
To the Editor: This is another example of what Brazil, Ind., has to be proud of. Men, such as Cpl. Archer, who have given the ultimate sacrifice to protect the citizens of the United States and our freedom. Brazil has a long line of service men and women who have served in the military at many different levels...
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A debate we can never resolve
(Column ~ 02/10/13)
A few weeks ago, in his second inaugural speech, President Obama waded into the longest-running argument our history offers. "Progress does not compel us to settle centuries-long debates about the role of government for all time," he said, "but it does require us to act in our time."...
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Strongly disagree with reader's opinion
(Letter to the Editor ~ 02/10/13)
To the Editor: This is in response to David W. Page's letter regarding not allowing anyone who is not a member of the National Guard to bear arms. So, Mr. Page, you would not allow anyone over the age of 45 to own a weapon? Do you realize that you would put all elderly people at risk?...
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Kudos, Clay County!
(Editorial ~ 02/10/13)
On Saturday, the Clay County community gathered yet again to pay its respect to a young man who died too young. Residents gathered along United States 40, inside French Funeral Home, along Water Works Road and at Summit Lawn Cemetery in honor of Cpl. Robert Archer, whose remains were recently identified and returned home to Clay County...
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'Oz' set for weekend
(Local News ~ 02/10/13)
The annual Community Theatre of Clay County's Young Actor's Theatre performance will take place this weekend. This year, the group will perform, "Oz," the musical. The musical is an adaptation of "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz," a children's novel written by L. Frank Baum...
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Former resident receives 'Presidential' letter
(Local News ~ 02/10/13)
Clay County resident Anna Long just received some interesting information from her daughter, Carri Dekkers. Carri and her husband, Deon, live in Canton, Texas. The family owns a golf course and tree farm. Recently, Anna said Carri contacted her after receiving a personal letter from former President George W. Bush...
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Reunions
(Community News ~ 02/10/13)
The following are a list of upcoming reunions in the area as provided to The Brazil Times: Staunton Alumni Reunion Alumni of Staunton High School are planning their annual banquet, which will take place May 18, 2013. They will be commemorating the 100th anniversary of the first graduation of the school...
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Woman arrested for shoplifting
(Local News ~ 02/10/13)
Officers with the Brazil Police Department arrested a local woman Friday evening for shoplifting. According to Brazil Police Chief Clint McQueen, officers were dispatched to the Brazil Kroger at approximately 5:20 p.m., Friday, after security officers had detained a woman for allegedly shoplifting...
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Community Notes
(Community News ~ 02/10/13)
Post Prom Information The Northview Post Prom Committee is asking junior parents for donations for the 2013 post prom. Those interested in sending donations are asked to mail them to Post Prom Committee, 3150 W. SR 340, Brazil, Ind., 47834. LEPC Meetings...
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Brazil man arrested following four-wheeler incident
(Local News ~ 02/10/13)
A Brazil man was arrested Saturday evening and preliminarily charged with Resisting Law Enforcement and Disorderly Conduct. According to Brazil Police Chief Clint McQueen, officers were dispatched to 716 S. Leavitt St., Brazil, at approximately 4:35 p.m., in reference to a four-wheeler complaint...
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Hoosier Lottery
(State News ~ 02/10/13)
INDIANAPOLIS -- Here are the winning numbers selected Friday and Saturday in the Hoosier Lottery: Friday Daily Three-Midday 7-4-4 Daily Three-Evening 5-2-8 Daily Four-Midday 2-3-0-4 Daily Four-Evening 6-1-3-9 Mix and Match 15-31-33-42-44 Cash 5 3-13-21-27-32...
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Illinois Lottery
(State News ~ 02/10/13)
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. -- Here are the winning numbers selected Friday, Saturday and Sunday in the Illinois Lottery: Friday Pick Three-Midday 6-9-1 Pick Three-Evening 7-7-9 Pick Four-Midday 6-4-6-3 Pick Four-Evening 1-1-6-2 My 3-Midday 4-7-0 My 3-Evening...
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Financial Aid workshop scheduled
(Local News ~ 02/10/13)
The Linking Education to Adults, Adolescents and Preschoolers (LEAAP) Center, 501 E. Jackson St., Brazil, will host a financial aid workshop Tuesday, Feb. 19. There are two workshops scheduled: 9 a.m.-noon, and 3-6 p.m. The event will be presented by representatives from Ivy Tech Community College...
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John M. Raab
(Obituary ~ 02/10/13)
John M. Raab, 74, rural Clay County, passed away at St. Vincent Hospital, Indianapolis, Feb. 7, 2013, following a brief illness. Memorial Services will be at Croy's Creek Congregational Church, Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2013, at 11 a.m. Visitation will be at French Funeral Home, Monday, from 4-8 p.m., and again at the church on Tuesday, from 10 a.m., until time of services...
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Bernard Hardy White
(Obituary ~ 02/10/13)
Bernard Hardy White, 88, Coal City, passed away at Union Hospital Saturday, Feb. 9, 2013. Services are pending at Schoppenhorst Funeral Home.
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Densford 'PeeWee' Leon Morris
(Obituary ~ 02/10/13)
Densford "PeeWee" Leon Morris, 89, passed away Saturday, Feb. 9, 2013, at Union Hospital, Terre Haute. Densford was born May 4, 1923, to Verner and Lena Morris. He was a member of Forrest Avenue Methodist Church, and worked as a clay worker for Logan Clay...
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Doris C. Loughmiller
(Obituary ~ 02/10/13)
Doris C. Loughmiller, 88, passed away Sunday, Feb. 10, 2013, at Exceptional Living Center, Brazil. She was born Oct. 15, 1924, in Brazil, to George and Mary Hoch Chamberlain, and was a 1943 Van Buren High School graduate. Doris was preceded in death by her husband Robert Lewis Loughmiller, brothers Joe, Harold, Earl and Chris Chamberlain, and sisters Lucille Corbin and Thelma Kumpf...
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Jail Bookings
(Police Logs ~ 02/10/13)
Clay County Justice Center The following jail bookings took place at the Clay County Justice Center Feb. 8-10: Weekender Braswell, Gary, 50 Buchanan, Nina N., 27 Johnson, John E., 24 McGaughy, Samantha, 20 Wright, Tanner L., 20 Awaiting Warrant Arraignment...
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Club To Meet
(Local News ~ 02/10/13)
The Clay County Republican Club will meet at 7 p.m., Feb. 18, at the Kennedy Crossing Bingo Hall. The speaker for February will be Matt Zapfe.
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Breakfast Is Served!
(Local News ~ 02/10/13)
Bee Ridge Church will conduct a bacon, egg and biscuit breakfast from 7-10 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 16. Freewill offerings will be accepted for the church building fund. For further information, call 448-8323.
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NHS annual Pops Concert scheduled
(Local News ~ 02/10/13)
The annual Northview High School Band Boosters Pops Concert and Chicken Noodle Dinner will take place Sunday, Feb. 17. This is the 25th year for the event. The Northview Band Boosters sponsor the event. Serving will be from 11 a.m.-2 p.m., in the high school cafeteria...
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Cpl. Archer laid to rest
(Local News ~ 02/10/13)
On Saturday, Clay County residents came out to honor one of their own. The funeral for Cpl. Robert Archer took place at 11 a.m., Saturday, at French Funeral Home. From there, the United States Army, Brazil Police Department, Clay County Sheriff's Department and American Legion Riders escorted the funeral coach to Summit Lawn Cemetery...
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1987-88 NHS squad to be honored Friday
(Local News ~ 02/10/13)
The year was 1988. The hairstyles were teased out and big. Really big. Guns N' Roses blared from car radio speakers. Short shorts were the "norm" when it came to basketball. And for Northview High School, it was a time of celebration. Twenty-five years ago, the Northview boys' basketball team celebrated its first sectional championship, defeating West Vigo...
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Northview snaps skid with overtime road victory
(High School Sports ~ 02/10/13)
By CAREY FOX Times Sports Editor MONROVIA -- The Northview Knights got a 26-point, 11-rebound effort from junior Ethan Whitson and scored the first nine points of overtime to capture a 66-63 victory at Monrovia on Saturday afternoon. The win halted a four-game slide for the Knights entering the final three-game stretch of the regular season...
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Miller qualifies for state wrestling finals
(High School Sports ~ 02/10/13)
Times Staff Report EVANSVILLE -- For the second straight year, the Northview wrestling program will be represented at Bankers Life Fieldhouse in the IHSAA State Finals. Senior Jessie Miller advanced to the state's biggest stage with a fourth-place finish in Saturday's Evansville Semi-state. He follows Aaron See, who placed fourth in the state last season at 220 pounds...
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Kathleen 'Kathy' E. Willyard
(Obituary ~ 02/10/13)
Kathleen "Kathy" E. Willyard, 63, Brazil, formerly of Jasonville, died unexpectedly Feb. 9, 2013, at St. Vincent Clay Hospital in the emergency room. She was born June 17, 1949, in Mobile, Ala., the daughter of Harold Webster and Ester Stites Webster...
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NCMS winter guard earns gold rating
(Local News ~ 02/10/13)
Editor's Note: The North Clay Middle School Winter Guard actually received a gold rating at their first contest of the season. Placings are not determined in Cadet Class.
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