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Not registered yet for 4-H? Do it today!
(Local News ~ 12/22/21)
Plans are being made for the Clay County 4-H program for 2022. A junior leaders meeting will take place Monday from 7-8 p.m. at the Clay County 4-H Fairgrounds. Haven’t signed up yet? It’s easy. Go online to: https://v2.4honline.com. Several activities are on the calendar for January, such as livestock judging, Busy Bees, goat club, poultry club, livestock judging, rabbit club, cattle club and horse & pony club...
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Brazil Buzz: Honoring molders of the future
(Local News ~ 12/22/21)
Molders of the Future Most folks well worth a memory, Have statues made of stones, But teachers mold their monuments, In flesh and bone. The student who goes out in life And makes a famous name Admits unto the heart of it all Some teacher shares the fame...
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WHAT’S COOKING?: Lots of yummy holiday dessert treats
(Local News ~ 12/22/21)
The St. Vincent dePaul Food Pantry provides food to those needing assistance in the area, including dairy, various protein, fresh vegetables, and fruit, along with canned and boxed goods. These items are necessities during the holidays for making teats for the family, or homemade gifts for others...
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Myrick’s Market was once a staple of Brazil commerce
(Local News ~ 12/22/21)
“If Mr. and Mrs. William Myrick, 1107 Northwood Drive, proprietors of Myrick’s Market, south side of West National Avenue, were to advertise a grocery sale marking their store’s 81st anniversary, they might be called on by the Senate Committee dealing with truth in advertising to prove that their store had been running that long in Brazil. ...
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Community NEWS & MEETINGS
(Local News ~ 12/22/21)
EDITOR’S NOTE: Please send notice of any food giveaways you would like published in this list to editor.braziltimes@gmail.com. RECURRING EVENTS Sundays • 4:30-5 p.m. — The Presbyterian Soup Kitchen has its “Sunday Supper”. Curbside pickup is available at Fellowship Hall at 201 N. Walnut in Brazil...
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HOLIDAY CLASSIC: Lady Knights push past Riverton Parke with second half surge
(High School Sports ~ 12/22/21)
When the inaugural Jenni Marietta State Farm Holiday Classic girls basketball tournament bracket was unveiled a few months ago, Northview head coach Zack Keyes admitted the 10 a.m. tip-off could be problematic with most of his players not being used to such an early start...
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Clarence William Morlan
(Obituary ~ 12/22/21)
Clarence William Morlan, 69, passed away Sunday, December 19, 2021 in Terre Haute. Clarence was born to the late Alvin Arthur and Norma Jean (Thomas) Morlan on July 6, 1952 in Brazil. Clarence graduated from Rosedale High School in 1970. Clarence enjoyed playing horseshoe and was a member of the Clay County Horseshoe League. Clarence worked for Great Dane for 28 years, retiring in August 2014...
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Peter R. Varda
(Obituary ~ 12/22/21)
Peter R. Varda, 94, passed away peacefully at his home on December 15, 2021. He was born to Peter P. Varda Sr. and Katie I. Tuberosa Varda on November 28, 1927 in Logan, West Virginia. Pete was preceded in death by both parents and son Michael Jon Varda. ...
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Pearl Nancy Holley
(Obituary ~ 12/22/21)
Pearl Nancy Holley, 90, went to be with her Lord on Wednesday, December 22, 2021 at her home in Brazil. She was born on December 22, 1931 in Brazil to the late WM Goldsby and Jennetta (Sanders) Garrison. Pearl attended Brazil High School and graduated in the class of 1949. Shortly after graduation, Pearl married the love of her life, Harley T. Holley, Jr., on June 15, 1949. Together they raised six children...
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Suanne Jean Grey
(Obituary ~ 12/22/21)
Suanne Jean Grey, 73, passed away on Monday, December 20, 2021. She was born in Brazil on May 15, 1948 to the late Warren and Virginia (Devlin) Grey. She is also preceded in death by her brother, James “Jimmy” Grey. Suanne is survived by her brother, Philip Grey, and several extended family members. Online condolences may be expressed at www.moorefuneralhomes.com...
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HOLIDAY CLASSIC: Lady Eels unable to outduel West Vigo in rematch
(High School Sports ~ 12/22/21)
Of the four Jenni Marietta State Farm Holiday Classic opening round games, the only non-conference rematch from earlier in the year featured Clay City and West Vigo. In that game, which took place inside the Eel Dome in November, it took two overtimes to decide the victor with the Lady Vikings leaving with a win...
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TOP STORY OF THE DAY, brought to you free by WICU: Indiana Public Access Counselor's office weighs in on jail lawsuit
(Local News ~ 12/22/21)
The attorney who filed the legal complaint alleging the Clay County Commissioners, Clay County Council, and the Clay County Sheriff's Department violated the Indiana Open Door Law and Indiana Access to Public Records Act last week was notified Monday by an Indiana Public Access Counselor (IPAC) their investigation "could not identify any issues of law or fact."...
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BRAZIL BUZZ: Timely poem helps spread holiday cheer
(Local News ~ 12/22/21)
I want to begin my column this week by wishing everyone A Very Merry Christmas and a Happy Healthy New Year. May the new year (2022) be kind to you and yours! It looks as if our holiday plans have changed. Covid-19 is running rampant again. The new variant is present in this town and found our house. Starla gave Paul the home test and he tested positive twice. They will take him to Richard Roudebush Medical Center to confirm her findings...
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HOLIDAY CLASSIC: Northview takes down Tiger Cubs, advances to title game
(High School Sports ~ 12/22/21)
Coming into the first day of the inaugural Jenni Marietta State Farm Holiday Classic, Northview had one goal in mind – find a way to win two games and earn a spot in Thursday night’s championship. The Lady Knights advanced to Wednesday’s semifinal with a win over Riverton Parke in the morning, setting up a meeting with Greencastle, a team they’ll see shortly after the New Year...
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HOLIDAY CLASSIC: Clay City's comeback falls short against South Vermillion
(High School Sports ~ 12/22/21)
Clay City head girls basketball coach Jason Sinders was disappointed in the way his team competed in Wednesday’s Jenni Marietta State Farm Holiday Classic opening round game against West Vigo. The fourth-year coach said he wanted to see more fight in his group against South Vermillion in the consolation bracket semifinal...
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