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Schofield wins tax preparation contest
(Local News ~ 02/16/16)
Nicole Schofield of Carbon was the latest of 16 people to win $1,000 from H&R Block in the Brazil office. She said she and her husband, Craigg, plan to invest the money in a 529 program for her children's education. From left, Sue Goshen (office owner), Greg Mogan (tax preparer), Jolynn and Ryder (studying the cake), Nicole and office manager Tim Applegate...
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Northview boys' basketball to host $5,000 shootout on Feb. 25
(Local News ~ 02/16/16)
Northview basketball will be host to senior night on Feb. 25 where there will also be a $5,000 basketball shootout sponsored by Mica Bonomo of Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance. Proceeds from the shootout will go to Northview Knights Boys Basketball. The contest will include: make a lay-up, a free throw, a 3-pointer and a halfcourt shot to win $5,000. The person named on the entry, if drawn, will be the participant. If they make a lay-up, they will receive $150...
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New safety program to kick start at Motorcycle Expo
(State News ~ 02/16/16)
Kent Abernathy, commissioner of the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles, announced that Ride Safe Indiana, the BMV's authorized motorcycle safety program, will officially launch at the Boat, Sport and Travel Show's Motorcycle Expo this weekend. "Our new motorcycle safety program, Ride Safe Indiana, was created to not only train more motorcyclists, but to educate all motorists on the road to help decrease motorcycle accidents and fatalities," Abernathy said. ...
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Clay County Through the Years: Dick Johnson Township
(Local News ~ 02/16/16)
The name, Dick Johnson, was in honor of Hon. Richard M. Johnson of Kentucky. This township includes twenty-one and a half square miles, lying in the northwest corner of Clay County. It was originally part of the large township of Posey, being separated from it in 1828. The principal cause leading to this formation was the difficulty of the early settlers reaching the voting places situated near the site of Staunton Village -- a long distance from the northern part of the township...
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Bee Ridge church hosting building fundraiser
(Community News ~ 02/16/16)
The Bee Ridge Christian Church breakfast will be from 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 20, at the church. A free-will offering will be taken for a new building. Contact Pastor Bridgewater for more information. He can be reached at 812-241-3036.
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Brazil library to host program on John Dillinger
(Community News ~ 02/16/16)
The Brazil Public Library will host the program "John Dillinger: The Beginning" at 6 p.m. March 1. The program will explain how Dillinger's childhood formed the Public Enemy No. 1. RSVP is required by Feb. 27. Call 812-448-1981.
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Wintry weather reminds us of snow days of the past
(Community News ~ 02/16/16)
Carl Reiner said, "Some people like snow. I find it an unnecessary freezing of water." I know that snow conserves moisture in the soil and more. It is important to certain winter crops, especially wheat. I also know some children and adults, especially those folks who engage in winter sports, find a snowfall a very welcome natural occurrence...
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Praising His name with P150
(Community News ~ 02/16/16)
Another evening of blistering cold couldn't stop P150 fans from coming out to The Little Historic Church at Carbon on Friday, Feb. 12. Plenty of hot coffee, hearty casseroles and heavenly desserts sated the hungriest of appetites. Friendly banter and cajoling seasoned our time of fellowship...
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March 6 event will benefit local triplets
(Local News ~ 02/16/16)
The Moose Family Center in Brazil will be the site of a "Benefit for the Floyd Triplets" on Sunday, March 6. The event begins at 1 p.m. and will include dinner, drinks, silent auction, band, raffles and gaming. The cost is $10. Proceeds from the event will directly benefit Harley, Carley and Darcey Floyd, who recently lost their mother in a tragic automobile accident...
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New kitchens and baths coming to two Housing Authority buildings, pending board approval
(Local News ~ 02/16/16)
Federal funding will likely be used for new kitchens and baths at the Brazil Housing Authority-owned Jackson Gardens and Meridian Towers, says Michael Hagemeyer, BHA's executive director. The upgrades, which have yet to be approved by the BHA board, will be funded by the local housing authority's annual allotment in federal funding through the U.S. ...
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20 will carry torch to honor Indiana bicentennial
(Local News ~ 02/16/16)
More than 34 nominations have been received for the 20 torch bearers who will carry the state's bicentennial torch through Clay County on Sept. 22, said Shondra Barrett, executive director of the Clay County Chamber of Commerce. She is also leading the efforts of the Clay County committee for the Indiana Bicentennial...
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COURT NEWS February 12-15, 2016
(Court News ~ 02/16/16)
CLAY COUNTY COURTHOUSE Superior Court The following filing was reported in Clay Superior Court during Feb. 12-15: Criminal State Vs Mike J. Carrigan, 50: Theft and Driving will suspended Circuit Court The following filings were reported in Clay Circuit Court during Feb 12-15:...
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COURT NEWS February 12-15, 2016
(Local News ~ 02/16/16)
CLAY COUNTY COURTHOUSE Superior Court The following filing was reported in Clay Superior Court during Feb. 12-15: Criminal State Vs Mike J. Carrigan, 50: Theft and Driving will suspended Circuit Court The following filings were reported in Clay Circuit Court during Feb 12-15:...
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Crabb honored for service to chamber, community
(Local News ~ 02/16/16)
Courtesy photos Kenny Crabb was recognized at the State of the City Address on Jan. 26 for his service to the Clay County Chamber of Commerce and the entire community. Crabb was born and raised in Clay County. He graduated from Brazil High School in 1945, and was senior class president. ...
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Indiana Blood Center wants Hoosiers to donate blood 'For the Cookies'
(Community News ~ 02/16/16)
Indiana Blood Center is partnering with Girl Scouts of Central Indiana for Thin Mint Thursday on Feb. 18. Everyone who participates will receive a package of Thin Mints, while supplies last. The annual Girl Scout Cookie Program teaches girls five important life skills including goal setting, decision making, money management, people skills and business ethics. ...
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Charges filed in crash that killed pregnant woman, 2 others
(State News ~ 02/16/16)
PETERSBURG (AP) -- Prosecutors filed 12 charges Tuesday against a man accused of being high on methamphetamine when he drove the wrong way on Interstate 69 and caused a crash that killed three people, including a pregnant woman. Brian L. Paquette, 48, of Newport News, Virginia, faces three counts each of reckless homicide, operating a vehicle while intoxicated causing death and resisting law enforcement causing death. ...
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'Remembering: The Big Band Era' is next month
(Local News ~ 02/16/16)
Ivy Jacobs photo Under the direction of Lee Reberger, the multi-generational members of the Clay Community Choral Group were practicing Tuesday for the upcoming "Remembering: The Big Band Era" on March 10, 11 and 12. A musical collage of that era will take place after a special soup, sandwich-style dinner catered by Renaissance, which starts at 6:30 p.m. ...
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Do you want to build a snowman?
(Local News ~ 02/16/16)
Courtesy photo Hildey Moore of Brazil submitted this photo of her daughter, four-year-old Bryleigh Beth Moore, after they made a snowman with the snow that fell on Valentine's Day. They built the "biggest snowman they could" at about 5 feet, 6 inches tall and 2 feet wide. Bryleigh is the daughter of Elijah and Hildey Moore...
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Rosedale man accused of stealing vehicle, fleeing police
(Local News ~ 02/16/16)
A Rosedale man is behind bars after allegedly stealing a vehicle from a gas station in Clinton and leading police on a short pursuit in Vigo County. Shane Michael Jenkins, 30, faces preliminary charges of auto theft, resisting law enforcement, criminal mischief, driving while suspended and reckless driving. He is being held in the Vigo County Jail...
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