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Just a scrimmage, but solid result for Knights
(High School Sports ~ 11/22/15)
By CAREY FOX Times Sports Editor Northview finally got the chance to face an unfamiliar opponent Saturday afternoon, taking on the visiting Princeton Tigers in a scrimmage. A Knights' team that is another year older, and more experienced, looked the part during the early stages of the controlled format. The varsity squads faced each other over four quarters with each period being played with a 12-minute running clock. Free throws were only shot during the last minute of each period...
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An ISTEP article that makes sense
(Letter to the Editor ~ 11/22/15)
To the editor: Finally an ISTEP article makes sense! The 11-16-15 Opinion Page finally says something that makes sense to this "old" educator (student, teacher, principal, superintendent and 12-year school board member.) ISTEP is sucking the joy out of teaching and learning, according to Teresa Meredith and almost every educator I have talked to in recent months...
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Give thanks for our food
(Letter to the Editor ~ 11/22/15)
To the editor: As we approach the Thanksgiving holiday, join me in giving thanks for the safe, wholesome and affordable food supply raised in our country. Most folks never get the opportunity to see where their food comes from, but the food at the center of your family gatherings and holiday celebrations likely started on one of the many family farms and ranches across this country...
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Thanks to those who give 'Power to the Community'
(Letter to the Editor ~ 11/22/15)
To the editor: The Power of Community wishes to thank its many generous donors to the auction and raffles we enjoyed at the 3rd Annual Power of the Community. We are so proud to be a part of such an amazing community! Auctioneers Chris and Brady Pell donated their services and made our evening so much fun through our live and silent auctions and raffle prizes. ...
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Look back to Nov. 22-28, 1915
(Local News ~ 11/22/15)
Oil was found in Clay County about one-half mile southeast of Cory on land belonging to Judge S. M. McGregor. The Chamber of Commerce met last night with the number of ladies, representatives of the clubs and organizations, and made initial plans for the municipal Christmas tree, which is planned for the week of good cheer in Brazil...
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THINKING ABOUT HEALTH: Obamacare policyholders question rising deductibles
(Column ~ 11/22/15)
Is health insurance really affordable? That's the question thousands of Americans who signed up for policies under the Affordable Care Act are beginning to ask as third year open enrollment gets underway. A few weeks ago a 63-year-old woman, a reader of these columns, contacted me about the health insurance policy she had bought through the Illinois exchange. ...
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Clay County Genealogical Society
(Community News ~ 11/22/15)
Courtesy photo The Clay County Genealogical Society met on Tuesday in Center Point. The guest speakers were Wayne Langman and Jeff Dickerson who spoke about how they restore cemetery headstones in Vigo Country. They donated a book, "The Lost and Found," which shows before and after photos of the Hobmeyer Cemetery and other cemeteries in Lost Creek Township. ...
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County offices to close 2 days for Thanksgiving holiday
(Local News ~ 11/22/15)
The Clay County Commissioners have announced that the Clay County Courthouse, Highway Department, Health Department, and the Extension and WIC and Soil and Water Conservation offices will be closed on Thursday and Friday, Nov. 26 and 27 in observance of Thanksgiving...
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Say it ain't snow: 1 to 3 inches reported Saturday
(Local News ~ 11/22/15)
Winter may not be official for another month, but it didn't stop snow to fall Saturday, which blanketed much of Clay County. The National Weather Service in Indianapolis reports 1 to 3 inches locally, with more accumulation reported in the county's northern commununities...
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Bloomfield guests attend PTO craft fair
(Local News ~ 11/22/15)
Year-old Aria Jacob took her purple balloon, and her mother Lyndsey looked at books in the gymnasium during the Van Buren Elementary PTO Craft Fair Saturday. They were visiting the area with Teresa Coffin (not pictured), all from Bloomfield, to see the fair...
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Couple raises money for adoption through breakfast with Santa
(Local News ~ 11/22/15)
Chris and Brittney Morris are having a fundraiser on Dec. 12 at the Harmony Community Center to help finance the cost of adopting a baby From 7 to 11 a.m., people can enjoy "Breakfast with Santa & Friends." The cost is $10 for adults and $5 for children...
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Center for Women's Ministries hosting white elephant sale
(Local News ~ 11/22/15)
The Center for Women's Ministries invites the public to its 3rd annual White Elephant Sale Monday, Dec. 7, at the Community Room located at the First Financial Bank, 502 Main St, Clay City. Guests can bring a wrapped gift (nice or gag) for the White Elephant auction or an unwrapped gift for the silent auction...
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Nearly 20 children in Snowflake Pageant
(Local News ~ 11/22/15)
Nearly 20 children vied for 13 prizes at Sunday's Christmas in the Park Snowflake Pageant at North Clay Middle School. Pageant Director Toni Scalf served as hostess for the program. Other royalty and participants named were: Baby Mister Kasen Holifield, Baby Miss Paislee Crim; Runner-up Maylee Moore; Photogenic -- Cambree Romas, participant Gracie Swain; Tiny Mister Cohen Vanatti, Tiny Miss Rylah Okulovich; Snowflake Duchess Mylie Martin, Snowflake Prince Sawyer Maurer, Snowflake Princess Adelina Halimi, Runner-up Athena Johnson, Congeniality Brooklyn Bolinger, participant Kaleigh Alexander, Prettiest Smile -- Haley Lehr, participant Kennah Swaim, Prettiest Eyes -- Juli Baskin; and Snowflake King Jordan Hancock, Snowflake Queen Tara Pearce, Runner-Up Jenessa Hancock.. ...
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Turkey Trot 5K is Thanksgiving Day
(Local News ~ 11/22/15)
The Clay County YMCA will host its annual Turkey Trot 5K on Thanksgiving Day. The race begins at 8 a.m. at the YMCA, located at 225 E. Kruzan St., Brazil. The 3.1-mile race also ends at the YMCA. For those who didn't register early, the entry fee is $25 and must be paid at the time of registration. Registration can be picked up at the YMCA...
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North Clay educator starting free adult literacy class
(Local News ~ 11/22/15)
Do you struggle with helping your child do his or her homework? Do you ever wonder how much you should help them or how you can help them succeed academically? Do you have your own literacy struggles? North Clay Middle School educator Paul Harbour looks to help the public address those concerns with a free adult literacy class...
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Parade of Lights set for Friday night
(Local News ~ 11/22/15)
The 23rd annual Christmas in the Park lighted parade will start at 7 p.m. on Friday. This year's parade theme is "Babes in Toyland," and it will feature floats -- decorated by lights -- that travel along U.S. 40. The parade route will begin on Vandalia Street and travel west on U.S. 40 to Depot Street. Entries will line up on North Vandalia at 5 p.m...
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Community foundation nearly half way to meeting fundraising goal
(Local News ~ 11/22/15)
In the spirit of Thanksgiving, the Clay County Community Foundation is thanking residents of Clay County. In August 2014, Lilly Endowment Inc. announced its GIFT Phase VI initiative, in which it offered to match $1-for-$1 all gifts made to any new or existing unrestricted endowment fund, up to $500,000...
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Clay City FFA hosts District VII competition
(Local News ~ 11/22/15)
On Wednesday, Clay City High School was the site of the FFA District VII Parliamentary Procedures competition. Clay City placed fourth overall behind South Putnam, Cloverdale, and North Putnam, respectively. The purpose of the Parliamentary Procedure competition is to encourage students to learn how to effectively participate and run an FFA business meeting...
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North Clay choral show is Dec. 4
(Local News ~ 11/22/15)
CORRECTION Get in the spirit of the holidays during the North Clay Middle School Christmas Choral Show on Friday, Dec. 4, beginning at 6:30 p.m. The sixth-grade choir will take the stage first with "Mr Grinch," and the "Candy Cane Dancers" will join the seventh-grade choir at 7...
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