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Nancy Lee Black
(Obituary ~ 09/27/15)
Nancy Lee Black, 76, Brazil, passed away Tuesday September 22, 2015 at St. Luke Hospital in Tempe, Arizona with her family at her side. She was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on May 16, 1939 to the late Charles and Viola (Kimberly) Padgett. Nancy married Oscar Black on August 6, 1966 in Coalmont, Indiana. She was a member of the Church of Christ...
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Investment in expanded community corrections good for county
(Letter to the Editor ~ 09/27/15)
To the editor: Clay County Community Corrections has outgrown its small, two-room office in the Courthouse, necessitating a move to another building to provide sufficient space to perform essential government services in a safe environment that provides confidentiality for staff and program users. ...
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Council member wants public take on community corrections
(Letter to the Editor ~ 09/27/15)
To the editor: The county council has a vote coming up regarding the funding for the Community Corrections project on October 5. I am requesting taxpayer comments regarding this project so that I can vote accordingly. Please feel free to email me at tonicarter1234@yahoo.com...
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Applications available for Thanksgiving basket program
(Letter to the Editor ~ 09/27/15)
A group of individuals between agencies, organizations and churches are coordinating Thanksgiving baskets throughout Clay County again this year. This process will follow the tradition of the Christmas Assistance Program. There will be an application process and it also will decrease the chances of families receiving more than one basket. ...
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Thanks to those who helped during Fishing Fun Day
(Letter to the Editor ~ 09/27/15)
To the editor: The Brazil Parks and Recreation Board would like to thank all individuals, businesses and organizations that helped in any way with the 11th annual Fishing Fun Day held at Craig Park September 12. The Crowd numbered in excess of 200 people. ...
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Insured victims of medical errors can end up with big bills
(Column ~ 09/27/15)
Last winter Tammy Fogall, a reader in Colorado, told me about her family's "troubled summer vacation," as she called it. A visit to relatives in Ohio had turned into a medical nightmare that left the family struggling with a $12,000 bill plus a ringside seat to observe what happens when doctors and hospitals make mistakes...
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A Look Back ... Sept. 27- Oct. 3, 1956
(Local News ~ 09/27/15)
Indiana Democrats warmed up for Adlai Stevenson's forthcoming visit by staging their biggest rally of this year's campaign at Anderson on Wednesday. The Brazil Merchants Association has decided to follow the city schools, churches and various factories in turning to slow time Sunday. Clocks will be turned back at 2 a.m. Sunday to Central Standard Time observed in the Brazil area. The city and county government never adopted fast time schedules...
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Reunions: September 28, 2015
(Local News ~ 09/27/15)
BHS Class of 1980 The Brazil Class of 1980 will host its 35th Reunion on Saturday at Kleptz in Seelyville with appetizers starting at 5:30 p.m. Dinner will be at 6:30. The cost is $25 per person or $45 per couple. RSVP by Sept. 12 to Peggy West Tingley at 11900 E. Main St., Marshall, IL 62441...
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Ronald Eugene Graham
(Obituary ~ 09/27/15)
Ronald Eugene Graham, 68, of Brazil, passed away on Thursday, September 24, 2015, at Methodist Hospital, surrounded by his family. He was born on November 2, 1946, in Lebanon, IN to Russell E. and Florence Pearl (Lewis) Graham. He married Carol Spencer on August 8, 1980...
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Jail Bookings: Sept. 25-27, 2015
(Local News ~ 09/27/15)
Clay County Justice Center The following individuals were on the arrest list at the Clay County Justice Center from Friday to Sunday. Jesse Allen Wilson, 21: Resisting law enforcement, operating a vehicle while intoxicated, disorderly conduct and failure to appear in court...
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Jail Bookings: Sept. 25-27, 2015
(Police Logs ~ 09/27/15)
Clay County Justice Center The following individuals were on the arrest list at the Clay County Justice Center from Friday to Sunday. Jesse Allen Wilson, 21: Resisting law enforcement, operating a vehicle while intoxicated, disorderly conduct and failure to appear in court...
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Second annual Fall Frenzy begins Friday
(Local News ~ 09/27/15)
The second annual Tri Kappa of Clay County Fall Frenzy will be Friday through Sunday at Forest Park in Brazil. The Brazil Times will publish a special section on Wednesday detailing the event schedule and other information. More information can be found at www.trikappafallfrenzy.weebly.com/...
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With WIC looming, Knights run well at Ted Fox Invitational
(High School Sports ~ 09/27/15)
Times Staff Report BEDFORD -- The Northview cross country teams tuned up for the Western Indiana Conference Meet on Saturday morning with a solid outing at the Ted Fox Invitational hosted by Bedford North Lawrence. The Northview boys placed fourth behind Avon (38 points), Terre Haute South (77) and Tell City (92) in the 22-team field. The Northview girls were 10th in the 20-team field as Noblesville (34 points) edged past Avon (67 points)...
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Medieval Faire at Clayshire Castle
(Local News ~ 09/27/15)
Ivy Jacobs photos Above, Knights from the Brotherhood of Steel clashed swords in combat reenactment of one of the battles during the 30-year royal feud known as the Wars of the Roses during the Clayshire Castle Medieval Faire Saturday. At right, belly dancers performed to large crowds at the Medieval Faire. The third-annual festival took place at the castle located near Bowling Green...
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Clay City boys, Laswell win at Shakamak Invite
(High School Sports ~ 09/27/15)
By JAMI JO LOWDERMILK For The Brazil Times JASONVILLE --The Clay City Cross Country teams competed in the Shakamak Invitational Saturday, Sept. 26. The high school teams competed against 10 different schools while the junior high competed against 11 teams. ...
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Nevill, Ehrlich compete at regional; volleyball wins
(High School Sports ~ 09/27/15)
Times Staff Report INDIANAPOLIS --The girls' golf season concluded on Saturday afternoon as a pair of Knights competed at the Roncalli Regional at Smock Golf Course. Shaylyn Ehrlich shot a 49 on the front nine and a 51 on the back to finish with a 100 as teammate Hannah Nevill shot a 126 to end the year...
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Boller ends season in victory lane as champion
(Professional Sports ~ 09/27/15)
By CAREY FOX Times Sports Editor PUTNAMVILLE -- Lincoln Park Speedway celebrated its champions on Saturday night as racing action concluded for the season with an excellent evening of competition. Scott Hampton (sprint cars), Jay Humphrey Jr. (modifieds), Josh Boller (super stocks) and Josh Settles (bombers) were each recognized as champions of their respective classes before the A-main features. The top-10 and rookies of the year were also awarded for their efforts this season...
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Perkins recognized for birthday donations
(Local News ~ 09/27/15)
A young man's recent gift to disabled veterans didn't go unnoticed. Adam Jay Perkins' II decision to forego presents for his 8th birthday and ask for donations to Disabled American Veterans instead earned him a trip to Indianapolis last week. He received a pin during a ceremony by DAV officials and was presented a plaque and certificate for his efforts...
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Humane Society to host shot clinic on Saturday
(Local News ~ 09/27/15)
The Clay County Humane Society will host a vaccination clinic from 3 to 5 p.m. on Saturday at Forest Park Shelter 5 in Brazil. For dogs and puppies older than six weeks, rabies, Canine 5 Way vaccine and Bordetella shots will be available for $15 each or in combination: $40 for all 3 or rabies and Canine 5 Way for $27...
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Boys of Fall hosting event
(Local News ~ 09/27/15)
The Boys of Fall are at it again. The group of mostly football-playing area youth are raising money for former Staunton Elementary School student Jesse A. Yocom, who has been diagnosed with Hodgkin's Lymphoma. They've been raising money and have planned an event titled, Boys of Fall; Playing for Jesse. ...
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Northview girls fall short in cross over soccer match
(High School Sports ~ 09/27/15)
Playing in the first Western Indiana Conference cross-over match to cap the regular season schedule, the Brown County Eagles got a hat trick from Kennedy Bruner to edge the Northview Knights, 5-4. Northview rallied from a 3-1 halftime deficit, but weren't able to hold off the Eagles' attack at the end. The Knights got a pair of goals from Brooklyn Fagg and a goal apiece from Skylar Reitsma and Tatum Dyar...
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Emma Mae Heffner
(Births ~ 09/27/15)
Noah and Lucas Heffner would like to announce the arrival of their baby sister, Emma Mae Heffner. Emma was born on June 24, 2015, weighed 6 pounds, 14 ounces, and was 19 inches long. Parents are Jerad and Shannon Heffner. Paternal grandparents are Ray and Patricia Heffner. Maternal grandparents are Don and Shirley Lanham...
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Stargazers ready for supermoon eclipse
(Local News ~ 09/27/15)
(AP) -- Stargazers are about to get a celestial treat when a total lunar eclipse combines with a so-called supermoon. Those in the United States can view the rare coupling, weather permitting, Sunday night or early Monday. It's the first time the events have made a twin appearance since 1982, and they won't again until 2033...
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Doris B. (Pierce) Butt
(Community News ~ 09/27/15)
There will be an open house from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday for Doris B. (Pierce) Butt to celebrate her 90th birthday. The open house will be inside the Clay Community Schools Administration Building, 1013 S. Forest Ave., Brazil. The family requests gifts be omitted; however, memories and stories of yesteryear are encouraged...
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VaDonna Marie Pell
(Obituary ~ 09/27/15)
VaDonna Marie Pell, 98 of Carbon, IN, passed away September 25, 2015 at the home of her daughter with her family present. She was born December 15, 1916 in Williams, Iowa, the daughter of Glen Willis Bryan and Dorothy Elizabeth Hofmann Bryan. At birth, she weighed only 2 and one half pounds. But, she was born with grit and determination and God had a plan for her life...
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