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Update: Grounds was unable to make trip to Boston
(Local News ~ 04/17/13)
A Northview High School graduate, who had registered to run in the 2013 Boston Marathon contacted The Brazil Times late Tuesday to provide an update. As it turns out, former NHS track and cross country standout James Grounds did not make the trip to Boston after all...
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Brazil man now off of home restriction
(Local News ~ 04/17/13)
GREENCASTLE -- A 26-year-old Clay County man, who previously served out a prison sentence for driving while intoxicated and causing a 2006 accident that killed his girlfriend, was back in court Monday. Michael W. Knight, Brazil, who had been on home detention since a January court date for violating his probation, was released from that home detention Monday in the hope he can begin repaying court-ordered restitution of more than $60,000...
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Community Notes
(Community News ~ 04/17/13)
The following is a list of upcoming area events as provided to The Brazil Times: Closing The Brazil City Planning and Zoning office will be closed May 9-10. For further information, call 443-2221. Veterans Notice The Clay County Veterans Office currently has two qualified drivers available who can take Veterans to the VA Clinic in Terre Haute and the VA Hospital in Indianapolis...
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Festivals & Fair Schedules
(Community News ~ 04/17/13)
The following is the 2013 Clay County Fairs and Festivals Schedule: June 7-13 -- Clay City Fair at Clay City Park. Fireworks on June 8 and parade on June 12, June 8-9 -- Clay City Pottery Festival at Clay City Park, June 27-July 4 -- Rotary Club of Brazil's annual 4th of July Celebration at Forest Park,...
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Service Medal Honor
(Local News ~ 04/17/13)
During the Brazil Fire Department's Retiree and Awards Dinner, three firefighters were honored with the Meritorious Service Medal. The firefighters included (center, from left) Capt. Chris Moon, firefighter Stoney Fisher and Capt. Rob Bell. They are photographed with Brazil Mayor Brian Wyndham (far left) and Fire Chief Jake Bennett...
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Unofficial detour approved
(Local News ~ 04/17/13)
During the Clay County Commissioners' special meeting Monday, an unofficial detour for State Road 42 was approved. The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) is scheduled to begin constructing a new bridge on SR 42 in Owen County. During the construction, a section of SR 42 will be closed. Part of the unofficial detour approved will be in Clay County...
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Book Signing!
(Local News ~ 04/17/13)
A.G. Howl, author of "The God of Death" signed books at the Brazil Public Library Tuesday evening. "The God of Death" is the first novel in the "Jesse Skull" series written by Howl, a native of Spencer.
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Reunions
(Community News ~ 04/17/13)
The following are a list of upcoming reunions in the area as provided to The Brazil Times: South Putnam Alumni Banquet The second South Putnam Alumni Banquet will take place at the Final Approach/Dixie Chopper April 20. Several activities are scheduled to take place, including:...
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Fun on Four Wheels
(Column ~ 04/17/13)
Like most individuals, I enjoy spending time outside with the occasional ride on an All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV). With the warm weather we have had, I have been itching to get a chance to ride around the pasture and look at the new calves. However, it is important that when I find time to do that, I remember to follow some simple safety precautions...
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Public Record
(Police Logs ~ 04/17/13)
Clay County Courthouse The following transactions took place at the Clay County Courthouse April 16: Circuit Court Civil Cases Naomi R. Buescher Vs. Jason L. Buescher: Domestic Relations Superior Court Civil Cases French Lawson-Miller Schoppenhorst Vs. David Archer and Helen Corne: Civil Collections...
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Robert L. Wellman
(Obituary ~ 04/17/13)
Robert L. Wellman, 81, Clay City, died on Saturday, April 13, 2013, at his winter residence in N. Fort Myers, Fla. Surviving are his wife of 61 years Loretta Wellman, children Robert W. Wellman (wife Cheryl), Glen Wellman (wife Jeana), John Wellman (wife Marie), Darlena Wellman Armpriester (husband John), several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews...
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Roberta 'Birdie' J. (Wetnight) Hutchison
(Obituary ~ 04/17/13)
Roberta "Birdie" J (Wetnight) Hutchison, 58, Terre Haute, formerly of Brazil, peacefully passed away on April 16, 2013, at her home. Birdie was born on Dec. 19, 1954, the daughter of the late Robert and Rose (Eldridge) Wetnight. Birdie was a graduate of Brazil High School...
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Cory High School 104th Alumni Celebration
(Local News ~ 04/17/13)
A banquet will be held for the Cory High School 104th Alumni Celebration Saturday, May 11 at the Cory Community Center. A social hour will begin at 6 p.m., and dinner will be served at 7 p.m. If you attended Cory High School and did not receive an invitation, please call Janice Streeter Myers at 812-201-5880 or Sandra Marshall Davidson at 812-877-2180 for reservation by May 4...
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Breakfast!
(Local News ~ 04/17/13)
Bee Ridge Church will host its monthly biscuit and gravy/pancake breakfast Saturday, April 20, at the church, 7-10 a.m. In addition, a collection of recyclable aluminum cans will also take place.
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Craft Time!
(Local News ~ 04/17/13)
Those interested are invited to stop by the Brazil Public Library Thursday, May 16, at 6 p.m., to make a spring coffee filter wreath. Cost for the craft event is $3. Those participating must pre-pay and pre-register. For further information, call the library at 448-1981...
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Update: Grounds not in marathon
(Local News ~ 04/17/13)
A Northview High School graduate, who had registered to run in the 2013 Boston Marathon contacted The Brazil Times late Tuesday to provide an update. As it turns out, former NHS track and cross country standout James Grounds did not make the trip to Boston after all...
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Man back in court Monday
(Local News ~ 04/17/13)
GREENCASTLE -- A 26-year-old Clay County man, who previously served out a prison sentence for driving while intoxicated and causing a 2006 accident that killed his girlfriend, was back in court Monday. Michael W. Knight, Brazil, who had been on home detention since a January court date for violating his probation, was released from that home detention Monday with the hope that can begin repaying court-ordered restitution of more than $60,000...
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Trial date pushed back
(Local News ~ 04/17/13)
The trial date for a Clay County man accused of child molesting has been pushed back. According to court documents, earlier this month, Clay County Circuit Court Judge Joseph Trout granted a motion of continuance for Jared Cooksey, 20, Turner. Cooksey has been charged with two counts of child molesting (class B and C felonies) in addition to Intimidation (a class C felony), Criminal Recklessness (a class D felony), Carrying a Handgun Without a License (a class A misdemeanor) and Driving While Suspended (a class A infraction) stemming from an incident which took place in November.. ...
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Inspired by dog, girl, 9, starts donation drive
(Local News ~ 04/17/13)
One 9-year-old girl decided to take action because of her love for animals. After seeing a picture of a Harlequin Great Dane dog on Facebook that had been underfed and had malnutrition, Sophia Moshos, Brazil, wanted to do something to help animals in need...
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Knights post WIC diamond victories
(High School Sports ~ 04/17/13)
Times Staff Report SULLIVAN -- The opening night of conference play for Northview and Sullivan's diamond squads managed to avoid the weather cancellations suffered by most other squads on Tuesday night. That proved to be good news for the Knights, who picked up victories in both softball and baseball at the expense of the Golden Arrows...
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Knights bash the Rox on the tennis court
(High School Sports ~ 04/17/13)
By CAREY FOX Times Sports Editor The final match score of 5-0 might appear lopsided, but that don't discount the importance of Northview's tennis victory over visiting Rockville. After winning 3-2 last season over the Rox, the Knights had several current members who experienced the narrow win over Rockville. ...
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