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Knights and Eels claim Monday softball wins; Nv girls win in tennis
(High School Sports ~ 04/16/19)
By CAREY FOX Times Sports Editor The Northview softball team showed off its resiliency on Monday evening with a come-from-behind 7-6 win over Plainfield. The Knights fell behind 5-1 to the visiting Quakers, but took advantage of a Plainfield error in the bottom of the fifth inning to plate six runs to get the win. Halle Ellis came in to pitch in relief of Ellie Jackman in the fourth inning and got the victory...
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Clay Community Schools get high grade from state
(Local News ~ 04/16/19)
The Indiana Department of Education’s annual letter grades are in and the Clay Community School Corporation is happy with the performance in 2018. “The Clay Community Schools did receive a ‘B’ corporation-wide letter grade, and I’m very pleased with that,” said Superintendent Jeff Fritz, who explained the demographics for the determination includes the overall number of students, the numbers of those on free/reduced lunches and those involved in special educational needs. ...
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Brazil’s Rev. John Hollowell comments on importance of Notre Dame cathedral
(Local News ~ 04/16/19)
Father John Hollowell, priest of Annunciation Catholic Church in Brazil, has commented on the devastating fire at the Notre Dame cathedral in Paris. “For Catholics, sacred art and architecture have always played a pivotal role in helping draw our hearts and minds to God,” Fr. ...
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Easter Bunny, um nope
(Local News ~ 04/16/19)
Six-month-old Braelynn brought her parents, Dayna Bucholz and Garret McKenzie, to the Brazil Elk’s Lodge Sunday for a picture with the Easter Bunny. However, once she sat on the lap of the large bunny, she changed her mind quite abruptly about the experience. The family is from Staunton, and was among many with young children who stopped by to have their picture taken before Easter Sunday, April 21...
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Forest Park Opening Day
(Local News ~ 04/16/19)
Players get reading for Opening Day ceremonies for the Clay Youth League baseball season on Saturday morning, April 13, 2019, at Roy Brann Stadium in Brazil, Indiana. The league features baseball teams with players from ages 3 to 12.
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Kathleen “Kathy” A. Johnson
(Obituary ~ 04/16/19)
Kathleen “Kathy” A. Johnson, 66, passed away peacefully Monday April 15, 2019 at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis with her family at her side. She was born in Brazil, Indiana on August 31, 1952 to the late Roy and Emma (Archer) Krider. Kathy attended Van Buren High School, and studied Respiratory Therapy at Indiana State University. She worked for Athens Ambulance as an EMT for several years, and later as an in home respiratory therapist. ...
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CLAY COUNTY THROUGH THE YEARS: George North Craig
(Community News ~ 04/16/19)
A question for trivia buffs: Where was the 38th governor of Indiana born? Answer: Brazil, Indiana, on August 6, 1909, to Bernard Clyde and Clo (Branson) Craig. Named for his Grandfathers, George Branson and North Craig, he grew up in Brazil and attained his education at Lambert Street School and at Brazil High School. George was the vice-president of the Class of 1927. His attended the University of Arizona, and following in his father’s profession, he earned a law degree from Indiana University.. ...
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BRAZIL BUZZ: Embrace the spring!
(Community News ~ 04/16/19)
Its time to chase away the remnants of cabin fever and embrace sweet springtime. Work and play all have their place and in that order now. We will give this yard the first complete cleanup since late last fall, in the morning. Pieces of litter fly from our trash service truck, frequently, as it rolls around the corner. It seems nicer to pick it up than complain...
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Brazil Concert Band announces preparation for season
(Community News ~ 04/16/19)
Matthew Huber, director of the Brazil Concert Band, has announced plans for the 2019 season: • First and second rehearsals – Tuesday, May 14 and Tuesday, May 21, 7 p.m. at Northview High School Band Room • You are invited to join our 161-year-old Brazil Concert Band...
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Easter fun
(Local News ~ 04/16/19)
Easter, one of the best-loved holidays, is on its way and there’s lots of Spring fun, special food, time with family and, of course, decorated eggs to discover. With many local churches planning special events for families, here is a list of some of the public events taking place:...
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Bryan and Swearingen recognized by Associated Press
(High School Sports ~ 04/16/19)
By CAREY FOX Times Sports Editor The Associated Press recognized Northview’s Cade Bryan and Caleb Swearingen as Honorable Mention All-State members this week. Swearingen averaged 14.6 points per game over 17 contests this year and also pulled down 3.4 rebounds and averaged 2.1 assists per game for the Knights...
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Northview softball pounds out 25 hits in win over Vikings
(High School Sports ~ 04/16/19)
By CAREY FOX Times Sports Edior WEST TERRE HAUTE — The Northview softball team pounded out a season-high 25 hits and scored in all five innings of a 20-7 win over West Vigo on Tuesday evening. Halle Ellis had three hits, including a three-run home run, and drove in five runs. ...
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