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Hoosier students make mark at Kenneth E. Behring National History Day Contest
(State News ~ 06/25/15)
INDIANAPOLIS -- The Indiana Historical Society (IHS) was proud to send 58 Hoosier students to compete in the Kenneth E. Behring National History Day Contest, which took place last week at University of Maryland. Indiana was well represented, with several students placing well and earning special awards for their presentations...
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Dickison comes through in the clutch in Post 2 victory
(High School Sports ~ 06/25/15)
Times Staff Report ROCKVILLE -- Clay County Post 2 had its collective hands full Tuesday night in a battle with Rockville in American Legion baseball play. The teams traded momentum back and forth before Post 2 got an RBI single from Bubby Dickison to bring home Brigham Booe with the go-ahead run in a 5-4 victory on the road...
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Court News: June 23-24, 2015
(Local News ~ 06/25/15)
Clay County Courthouse The following transactions took place at the Clay County Courthouse June 23-24: Superior Court State Criminal Charges William Clifford Stone Jr., 32, 1: Driving while suspended. Ryan Wade Flesher, 33, 1: Receiving stolen auto parts. 2: Possession of methamphetamine. 3: Possession of paraphernalia. 4: Operating a vehicle while intoxicated. 5: Driving while suspended...
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Jail Bookings: June 24-25, 2015
(Local News ~ 06/25/15)
Clay County Justice Center The following bookings were reported at the Clay County Justice Center June 24-25: Kenneth Curley, 46, was arrested and preliminarily charged with public intoxication. Michael S. Hunter, 38, was arrested and preliminarily charged with neglect of a dependent and a probation violation...
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Ticket prices going up for this year's Indiana State Fair
(Local News ~ 06/25/15)
(AP) -- Ticket prices are going up for this year's Indiana State Fair. General admission tickets for the August fair will be $12 up from $10 last year. Advance ticket prices went up $1 to $8. The Indianapolis Star reports the last time ticket prices were increased was 2012. Fair organizers say ticket sales account for 80 percent of its revenue...
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Common Soil Problems
(Community News ~ 06/25/15)
The calls have been coming in to Purdue Extension from pond owners who are starting to have problems with their ponds. Most of these problems have come in the form of algae. However a few have been rooted pond weeds. There are three main types of algae. ...
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Jenny's Law: Rape charges can be filed beyond five-year limit
(Local News ~ 06/25/15)
A new law takes effect next week that extends the five-year window rape victims have to pursue charges in Indiana. The legislation, ceremonially signed by Gov. Mike Pence this month, allows state prosecutors to file such charges beyond the state's five-year statute of limitations...
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Teen on bicycle hurt after hitting car
(Local News ~ 06/25/15)
City police say a bicycle-riding teen was injured and flown to an Indianapolis hospital Thursday after striking a vehicle in downtown Brazil. Around 4:30 p.m., police and medical responders were called to the intersection of Sherfey and Jackson streets to an initial report of a juvenile who had been struck by a vehicle. The Brazil Police Department joined the Clay County Sheriff's Department and CARE Ambulance in response and found the teen in need of assistance...
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Emmert Realty to hand out American flags Sunday night
(Local News ~ 06/25/15)
Emmert Realty is again handing out free American flags to those living near or around Forest Park in Brazil. On Sunday night, brokers from the Brazil real estate company will walk through neighborhoods around Forest Park to distribute the flags. "We started this tradition several years ago as a way to contribute to the 4th of July holiday," said Emmert O'Dell. "It always makes me proud to see residents already displaying their flags from prior years when we deliver."...
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After 50 years, it's Max Sanders' time
(Local News ~ 06/25/15)
In 1965, young Max Sanders was looking for work. The City of Brazil was hiring and he joined "the team" as Mayor Brian Wyndham called it Thursday afternoon. Who knew Sanders would still be at the city when he retired 50 years later? On Thursday, Sanders and many other city employees were recognized for their years of service. Many have been with the city more than 10 years and a few, like Sanders, more than 30 years...
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Clay County Retired Teachers Association
(Local News ~ 06/25/15)
The Indiana Retired Teachers Association held its 50th annual Representative Assembly on June 17 at Primo Banquet & Conference Center in Indianapolis. Several from the Clay County Retired Teacher organization attended: President Odena Harper, Janella Knierim, President Elect Martha Knox, Carolyn Tausig and Roberta Weliever. The meeting was called to order by President Carol Griesor and Phyllis Largey...
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Police: Driver disregards stop sign and causes crash
(Local News ~ 06/25/15)
PUTNAMVILLE -- Indiana State Police responded to a two-vehicle accident Wednesday morning involving a Brazil resident. According to information provided by ISP, Lt. Dan Jones, Commander of the ISP Putnamville District, came upon the two-vehicle crash in the eastbound lanes of US 40 and County Road 445 West at approximately 7:07 a.m. Members of the Putnam County Sheriff's Office were also dispatched to assist at the scene...
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Car ends up on side after accident
(Local News ~ 06/25/15)
On Wednesday evening, this vehicle was involved in a rollover accident on U.S. 40 in front of Great Dane. The photo was submitted to The Brazil Times. Chief Deputy Josh Clarke of the Clay County Sheriff's Department said it was property damage only and no one was injured in the accident...
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