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Solar arrays may be added to Clay County landscape
(Local News ~ 04/16/15)
A solar power array may soon be built northwest of Northview High School, said Jim Coffenberry, West Central Indiana Economic Development District. County officials have been talking to a company that is seeking a 10-year tax abatement in whatever county they choose to locate...
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April is 'Safe Digging Month'
(State News ~ 04/16/15)
CLOVERDALE --Indiana Gov. Mike Pence recently issued a proclamation announcing April as Indiana Safe Digging Month. The proclamation reminds Indiana homeowners to call 811 before starting any outdoor digging projects.
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Sen. Jon Ford: Budget bill, funding for Hulman Civic Center passes Senate
(State News ~ 04/16/15)
State Sen. Jon Ford (R-Terre Haute) today supported House Bill 1001, commonly known as the "budget bill." The bill passed the full Senate by a 42-8 vote. HB 1001 is Indiana's two-year fiscal plan that funds the state's most important needs, creating a strong foundation for Indiana's economic future...
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Bray comments on common construction wage issue
(State News ~ 04/16/15)
State Sen. Rodic Bray (R-Martinsville) made the following statement today in regards to the common construction wage: "Everyone agrees the common wage began to ensure public construction projects pay the normal wages for that community. Currently, a committee of five people chooses wages for multi-million dollar projects and that has not been working effectively (I give examples below). ...
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Hog Roast to Benefit Terre Haute Catholic Charities Foodbank and West Central Indiana Farmers & Hunters Feeding the Hungry
(Community News ~ 04/16/15)
Terre Haute Catholic Charities Foodbank and West Central Indiana Farmers & Hunters Feeding the Hungry are hosting their 6th Annual Hog Roast on Saturday, April 25, from 5- 9 pm at the Riley American Legion Post 328. Tickets are available for $20 for adults and $10 for children 16 and under. ...
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Sullivan driver arrested after chase
(State News ~ 04/16/15)
SULLIVAN--Last evening at 9:30, Indiana State Police Trooper Brent Robinson spotted a tan 2000 Mercury four-door traveling northbound on West Street in Sullivan. Trooper Robinson recognized the driver as 38-year-old Joseph M. Smith of Sullivan and Robinson knew that Smith did not have a valid driver's license...
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Northview, Clay City high school participating in engineering competition
(Local News ~ 04/16/15)
Ivy Tech to Host Spartan Match High School Engineering Competition Terre Haute, IN -- Ivy Tech Community College announces today that it will host the third annual high school engineering competition, Spartan Match, on Friday, April 17th. The competition is designed to teach high school students how to problem-solve challenges in technology and engineering and to spark their interest in studying science fields at the postsecondary level...
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Indiana State's Masterworks Chorale to perform April 26
(Local News ~ 04/16/15)
The Indiana State University School of Music Student Ensemble Series will present the Masterworks Chorale in concert 4 p.m. April 26 in Tilson Auditorium. The 55-member Masterworks Chorale will perform "Regina Coeli" ("K.108") by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and "Requiem" by John Rutter, both works composed for soprano soloist, choir and chamber orchestra. ...
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Developers have personel connection to 'William's Woods'
(Local News ~ 04/16/15)
Developers of "William's Woods" have a stronger than usual attachment for a new housing development at the corner of Murphy Road and Billville Road (C.R. 800N) in Clay County. For one thing, "William's Woods" is named for William Chapman, the electrical engineer and family man who bought the property with his wife, Mary Ann, in the 1950s, recalls their daughter, Jana Kessler...
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Nathan Phillip Lewis
(Obituary ~ 04/16/15)
Nathan Phillip Lewis, 45, Carbon, passed away Wednesday April 15, 2015. He was born on July 23, 1969 in St. Louis, Missouri to David and Kay Lewis. Nathan graduated from Ritenour High School in St. Louis and went on to marry his wife, Lori on April 16, 1994. He enjoyed working with computers, and owned and operated Computer Central in Brazil. He also enjoyed watching T.V. and spending time with his children...
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Thursday sports postponements
(Local News ~ 04/16/15)
Times Staff Report Intermittent rain this evening and throughout last night has forced the postponement of several sporting events this evening (Thursday, April 16). The Northview baseball game vs. Shakamak has been postponed. The Clay City baseball game against White River Valley and the softball game against Sullivan have also been postponed...
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Helen Abbie Howald
(Obituary ~ 04/16/15)
Helen Abbie Howald, 103, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, April 15, 2015. Born March 7, 1912 in Bridgeton to James F. Shepard and Grace Hardesty Shepard, she grew up in Brazil and graduated from Brazil High School in 1930. She married Richard Howald, who passed away Sept. 14, 1988...
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Indiana Congressional Delegation Honors Ernie Pyle
(State News ~ 04/16/15)
(WASHINGTON, DC) -- On Thursday, the Indiana Congressional Delegation honored the life and legacy of the late Ernie Pyle, Pulitzer Prize winning Hoosier newspaper columnist who was killed on April 18, 1945 covering the life of soldiers during WWII...
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Knights' Mikesell to continue golf career at Walsh University
(High School Sports ~ 04/16/15)
By CAREY FOX Times Sports Editor Northview senior Keirsten Mikesell will be out of state next year, but far from out of mind. Mikesell will continue her education and her golf career at Walsh University as a member of the NCAA Division II Cavaliers' squad. She will play for head coach Christina Paone, a 2006 graduate and four-year letter winner for Walsh, located in North Canton, Ohio. The Cavaliers compete in the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC)...
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Braves edge Knights by two strokes
(High School Sports ~ 04/16/15)
Times Staff Report Terre Haute South was able to exact a little bit of revenge against Northview on the Knights' home course Wednesday evening. Several days after the Knights placed second at the Northview Invitational at Forest Park and bested the Braves by 11 strokes, Terre Haute South claimed a two-shot win on the same course...
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Imperial Regiment hosting fundraiser May 2
(Local News ~ 04/16/15)
The Clay City Imperial Regiment is hosting a fish fry fundraiser from 4 to 8 p.m. on May 2 at the Orange Building at Goshorn Park in Clay City. Adult tickets are $8 at the door, or $6 for children ages 10 and under. Carry out is available.
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Brazil Rotary Healthy Kids Fun Run begins Monday
(Local News ~ 04/16/15)
The Brazil Rotary Healthy Kids Fun Run program is for children ages 5-12 and lasts four weeks. There will be eight practice sessions at Forest Park in Brazil on Mondays and Thursdays beginning Monday and concluding on May 14. The sessions are designed to teach kids the importance of physical exercise. The practices increase in intensity throughout the four-week period...
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Historical Society meeting to focus on cemeteries
(Community News ~ 04/16/15)
The Parke County Historical Society will host its annual meeting at St. Joseph's Fellowship Hall in Rockville from 6 to 8 p.m. on May 14. As in previous years, the evening will include a catered meal, a short business meeting and a program. The meeting is open not only to society members but also the public...
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Court News: April 14-15
(Local News ~ 04/16/15)
Clay County Courthouse The following transactions took place at the Clay County Courthouse April 14-15: Superior Court State Criminal Charges Phillip Michael Mosier, 32, 1: Operating a vehicle with an ACE of .08 or more 2: Operating a motor vehicle with a schedule I or II controlled substance or its metabolite in the body...
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Gov. Pence visit highlights annual Republican dinner
(Local News ~ 04/16/15)
CENTER POINT -- Indiana is on the road to prosperity, Gov. Mike Pence told a sold out crowd of nearly 200 at this town's United Methodist church Thursday night. The local Republicans turned out in force to support the state's highest elected official, one of their own, and when Pence said he was among friends, anyone would be hard pressed to doubt it...
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Week of the Young Child: Effort honors both children and those who care for them
(Local News ~ 04/16/15)
If you've stopped by for an ice cream at Brazil's Dairy Queen lately, you might have noticed the brightly colored cut-outs of children displayed on the front window. They were designed by the youngsters at Head Start in Clay County and put on display at various local businesses to help publicize the "Week of the Young Child," which ends on Saturday. Head Start site manager Peggy Eppert said the week honors both young children and those who make a difference in their lives...
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