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Robert "Bo" Lynn Moorhead
(Obituary ~ 08/29/14)
Robert "Bo" Lynn Moorhead, 67 of Brazil, passed away August 28, 2014 at Union Hospital. Bo was born March 29, 1947 in Conroe, Texas, the son of the late Allen Moorhead and Kathyrn Holloway. Bo worked on the oil fields in Conroe for 37 years until he brought his family and wife, Brenda Walker, to Indiana. He enjoyed going on walks, fishing, exploring the outdoors, treasure hunting, reading, writing, and volunteering his time to different events, more recently...
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Northview volleyball knocks off Mustangs
(High School Sports ~ 08/29/14)
Times Staff Report ELLETTSVILLE -- The Northview volleyball team opened conference team with a road win at Edgewood Thursday evening, sweeping the Mustangs 25-17, 25-17, 25-22. Morgan Stearley pounded out 13 kills to go with six aces and Taylor Hess dished out 25 assists along with four digs, two aces and a kill. ...
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William R. "Billy" Vanes
(Obituary ~ 08/29/14)
William R. "Billy" Vanes, 63 of Brazil passed away suddenly, August 28, 2014 at Union Hospital. He was born February 15, 1951 in Clay County, the son of Bill Vanes and Shirley Morlan Vanes. He graduated from Brazil High School, Class of 1970. He was the manager of the football. Although born with Cerebral Palsy, Bill didn't let that hold him back. He has always been a sports enthusiast, especially football and the Chicago Bears...
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Clay County Historical Society
(Local News ~ 08/29/14)
The Clay County Historical Society will meet at 7 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 8, in the lower level of the museum. The guest speaker will be Amos Thomas, a well-known attorney, on "The History of Courts, Judges and Trials of Clay County". The public is invited to attend this program...
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Sisters of Providence prep for golf scramble
(Community News ~ 08/29/14)
On Friday, Sept. 12, the Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods are inviting all to take part in the 12th annual Hole-y-One Golf Scramble. The event will take place at the Country Club of Terre Haute, located southeast of Walmart/Chilis on U.S. 41 South...
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Businesses give generously to local group
(Community News ~ 08/29/14)
At right, below, Jason Laswell of Sunrise Coal LLC presents $1,000 to CRADLES representative Donnie Martin. At right, Teresa Ringo of Hoosier Homes and Land presents $200 to Martin. For more information about the CRADLES program, call Martin at 812-562-0090 or by email, Donnie@hoosierhomesandland.com...
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Terre Haute Children's Choir auditions set for next week
(Community News ~ 08/29/14)
The Terre Haute Children's Choir fall auditions are set for 4:30-6 p.m. Sept. 3-5, at the Landini Center for Performing and Fine Arts on the Indiana State University campus. The Terre Haute Children's Choir offers three different choirs to accommodate the singing experiences of all children, ages 7 and up. Children may progress to the more advanced choirs through bi-annual auditions...
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Otter Creek church to host ice cream social
(Community News ~ 08/29/14)
Otter Creek Christian Church will host a homemade Ice Cream Social from 4-8 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 6, at the church. All kinds of goodies will be available. Entertainment will include a bounce house and the Coon Hollar Kids. For more information, please call 812-446-4007...
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James recognized for her work with children
(Local News ~ 08/29/14)
Kerri James has recently been recognized for her extensive work in emergency medical services for children in Clay County. James received the Indiana Department of Homeland Security's EMS for Children Award during the Indiana Emergency Response Conference on Aug. 22 in Indianapolis...
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Rewarding Balloon Toss
(Local News ~ 08/29/14)
Meridian Elementary students celebrated their week's achievements with a balloon toss Friday afternoon. The school utilizes a character education program that rewards students who complete at least 80 percent of their homework and demonstrate positive behavior each week. "Gold spots" are granted to students each week to use towards special activities like the balloon toss...
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National Grief Awareness Day-- Local families discuss their emotions when dealing with loved ones lost
(Local News ~ 08/29/14)
Everyone will eventually be faced with losing a loved one. Grief devastates people everyday, and it often endures long after a loved one is laid to rest. Many people feel they have to live up to the standards of others by no longer speaking of their loved one, hiding their cries of sorrow and pain and no longer mentioning their loved one's name...
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Alzheimer's ride features local stop for good cause
(Local News ~ 08/29/14)
Multiple Wabash Valley healthcare facilities will participate in a motorcycle ride to raise funds for the Wabash Valley Alzheimer's Organization. Including five stops and stretching 100 miles, Memory Care Ride 2014 is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 6, and begins at Terre Haute's Bethesda Gardens Living Community...
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Knights compete in 'Chad Smith Scholarship Invite'
(High School Sports ~ 08/29/14)
Times Staff Report SULLIVAN -- The Northview Knights competed Thursday evening in the inaugural running of the "Chad Smith Scholarship Invitational" held at Sullivan High School. The Northview boys earned the team win while the girls placed second in the meet...
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Northview boys clip Eagles on the tennis courts
(High School Sports ~ 08/29/14)
Times Staff Report GREENCASTLE -- The Northview boys' tennis team scored a road victory at South Putnam on Thursday, winning 4-1 over the Eagles. Gaddis Baysinger and Bryce Minor each recorded wins in singles play and both doubles squads picked up victories...
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Snyder's field goal lifts Knights to WIC victory
(High School Sports ~ 08/29/14)
By CAREY FOX Times Sports Editor ELLETTSVILLE -- The newest member of the Northview football program provided the biggest moment of Friday night's conference opener against rival Edgewood on the road. Senior Derek Snyder, a long time soccer player, turned part time place kicker, drilled a 32-yard field goal in just his second career contest on the gridiron. ...
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Center Point's Clark to become next commander of 181st Intelligence Wing
(Local News ~ 08/29/14)
Center Point's Kip Clark will become the next commander of the Indiana Air National Guard's 181st Intelligence Wing based in Terre Haute. Clark will assume the leadership role in October, according to an announcement made Friday by the Indiana National Guard's top official...
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