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James "Jim" Rex Vogel
(Obituary ~ 02/02/16)
James "Jim" Rex Vogel, 63, Decatur, Illinois, passed away Sunday January 31, 2016 at Decatur Memorial Hospital in Decatur, Illinois. He was born in Brazil, Indiana on July 4, 1952 to the late Paul Vogel, Sr. and Betty Urbain Ward. Jim served his country in the United States Army Reserves, and was a truck driver for Stringer's Trucking. ...
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Eugene Earl Butts, Sr
(Obituary ~ 02/02/16)
Eugene Earl Butts, Sr, passed away January 29, 2016. He was born December 22, 1927 in Clay County, the son of John Ray Butt and Goldie Winn Butt. He graduated from Staunton High School and last worked in maintenance at the Clay County Health Center...
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COURT NEWS January 29, 2016
(Court News ~ 02/02/16)
Clay County Courthouse The following information was filed in the Clay County Courthouse Jan. 29: Clay Superior Court Criminal Charges Lucas V. Reckerd, 21, Leaving the Scene of an Accident, Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated Endangering a Person, Operating a Vehicle with a Schedule I or II Controlled Substance or its Metabolite in the Body...
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COURT NEWS January 29, 2016
(Local News ~ 02/02/16)
Clay County Courthouse The following information was filed in the Clay County Courthouse Jan. 29: Clay Superior Court Criminal Charges Lucas V. Reckerd, 21, Leaving the Scene of an Accident, Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated Endangering a Person, Operating a Vehicle with a Schedule I or II Controlled Substance or its Metabolite in the Body...
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JAIL BOOKINGS February 1, 2016
(Police Logs ~ 02/02/16)
Clay County Justice Center The following bookings were entered at the Clay County Justice Center Feb. 1: Christopher P. Castaneda, 30, OVWI Refusal Kenneth Paul Harrington, 27, Probation Violation
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JAIL BOOKINGS February 1, 2016
(Local News ~ 02/02/16)
Clay County Justice Center The following bookings were entered at the Clay County Justice Center Feb. 1: Christopher P. Castaneda, 30, OVWI Refusal Kenneth Paul Harrington, 27, Probation Violation
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BRAZIL BUZZ: A passion for writing
(Community News ~ 02/02/16)
I love to write, a passion that began in early childhood. Only my classmates, teachers and my little sister, Sandra, knew my secret desire to be an author and or poet someday. Because my desires were hampered by low self esteem throughout the years, I hid the "spontaneous overflow of powerful feelings" as William Wadsworth once defined poetry. ...
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Davis Gardens, Home of Dr. Davis
(Community News ~ 02/02/16)
Dr. G. W. Davis was the first botanic doctor in Clay County, making his own medicines and administering to the sick. He was known as the "Good Dr. Davis" because he treated people day or night and many times without pay. His log cabin home was located in Washington Township in a wooded area northeast of Bowling Green on the banks of Jordan Creek. ...
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Valentine's Day Activities
(Community News ~ 02/02/16)
YMCA hosting Valentine's Day dinner Celebrate Valentine's Day by supporting the local Clay County YMCA. On Saturday, Feb. 13, celebrate the holiday with a dinner and some dancing, including live and silent auctions, at Traditions Banquet Hall, 105 E. National Ave., Brazil...
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Christian Women's Club to gather
(Community News ~ 02/02/16)
The Christian Women's Club of Terre Haute will have a "Change Happens" Luncheon at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 16 in the MCL meeting room at Meadows Shopping Center. The speaker will be Lori Kemtpon, Hamilton, Ohio. The music will be provided by Mrs. Jan Poynter, Paris, Illinois...
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IYI hosting Youth Worker Cafe
(Local News ~ 02/02/16)
The Indiana Youth Institute is hosting a Youth Worker Café titled, Understanding the Impact of Trauma, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb 4. at the Clay County Fairgrounds. RSVP to djones@iyi.org Free lunch will be provided by IYI.
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County's CASA program given additional funds
(Local News ~ 02/02/16)
More need will translate into more money for the Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) program in Clay County. On Tuesday, the Clay County Council approved $21,020. The money will be used to increase the director's salary from $13,000 per year and pay 20 hours for help with the department...
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SOS hosting annual silent auction, dessert fundraiser on Friday
(Local News ~ 02/02/16)
If you're looking for something to do, Friday should be a fun night to support a local charity. A silent auction and dessert fundraiser will take place to support Serving on the Streets (SOS) at the Clay County Fairgrounds, 6656 N. State Road 59, Brazil...
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Winter Guard asking for volunteers, donations
(Local News ~ 02/02/16)
Northview Winter Guard will host the largest winter guard contest in Indiana on Feb. 26 and 27 and is looking for help from supporters. Alumni, fans and parents -- current or past -- are uniquely qualified to help with the event, organizers say. They can volunteer time to work a shift, help run or organize the contest or make monetary donations to help offset expenses and maximize profit for the band and guard program...
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Operations normal at Putnamville prison after flu outbreak
(Local News ~ 02/02/16)
PUTNAMVILLE -- With the recent H1N1 flu outbreak settling down at Putnamville Correctional Facility, normal operations resumed on Tuesday, officials announced. Offender visitation was set to resume and offenders are again participating in their job and program assignments...
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Indiana lawmakers abandon effort to strengthen gay rights
(State News ~ 02/02/16)
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Indiana Republican lawmakers abandoned efforts to strengthen protections for lesbian, gay and bi-sexual people on Tuesday, opting not to vote on a measure designed to restore the state's reputation following a national boycott over a religious objections law last year...
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Indiana briefly By The Associated Press
(State News ~ 02/02/16)
Spierer search warrants must remain sealed BLOOMINGTON -- A judge says information regarding search warrants connected to the 2011 disappearance of an Indiana University student need to remain sealed so the investigation won't be compromised. Monroe Circuit Judge Mary Ellen Diekhoff tells The (Bloomington) Herald-Times the information will be unsealed if evidence warrants filing a criminal charge in the disappearance of Lauren Spierer. ...
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ASK softball sign-up registration form
(Community News ~ 02/02/16)
American Softball Kids (ASK) opening day is April 23, with registration for early softball sign-ups available Saturday, Feb. 6 and 20, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1127, 303 South Depot St., Brazil. Children ages 4-14 can sign up to play in the league for $60 (with $20 early discount), which includes personal insurance, team shirt and socks...
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HONOR ROLL: University of Indianapolis
(Community News ~ 02/02/16)
Local students earn high marks at University of Indianapolis. The University of Indianapolis has issued its Dean's List and Honor Roll for the first semester. Dean's List students have completed at least 12 credit hours during a regular semester and earned a grade point average of 3.7 or higher...
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Elks Lodge hosting Valentine's comedy night
(Community News ~ 02/02/16)
The Brazil Elks Lodge No. 762 will have a Valentine's comedy night and dinner starting at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 13. The headliner comedian will be Jeff McDonald.
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Vigo County parks hosting annual Pancake Breakfast
(Community News ~ 02/02/16)
The Vigo County Parks and Recreation Department will host the 29th annual Pancake Breakfast at the Fowler Park Log Barn on Saturday, Feb. 20 and Sunday, Feb. 21 from 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. Adults will be served pancakes, sausage patties, pure maple syrup, and a drink for $5 and children 6 and under eat for $2. We are offering gluten free pancakes and sugar free maple syrup while supplies last...
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Join the Sisters of Providence for 'A Healing Heart'
(Community News ~ 02/02/16)
Join the Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods for a time of quiet healing during "A Healing Heart." The event will take place from 6:30- 8 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 19, in the chapel of the Shrine of Saint Mother Theodore Guerin. There is no cost to attend the event, but freewill donations will be accepted...
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Patty J. Baker
(Obituary ~ 02/02/16)
Patty J. Baker, 82, of Cory, Indiana and Palmetto, Florida departed this earthly life for her heavenly home on Thursday, January 28, 2016 following a massive stroke. She was born on February 21, 1933 in Smith's Grove, Kentucky to the late Leonard and Mildred (Studle) Smith. ...
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