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Selfless senior class key to Clay City’s success this season
(High School Sports ~ 02/21/23)
When the players that represent Clay City’s Class of 2023 – Reilly Myers, Zach Swearingen, Elliott Rogers, Dylan Butts, Russell Butts and Wyatt Adams – entered the boys basketball program as freshmen, head coach Chris Ames thought there was plenty of potential for them to tap into, but could he have foreseen them putting together one of the best seasons in the program’s long history?...
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Small Business Spotlight: 1st Choice Lawn Care
(Local News ~ 02/21/23)
Wanting to work outside led a local man to become a first-time business owner. Chris Morris, a Northview graduate, has loved being outdoors since he was a child, so when an opportunity came along to be his own boss and work outside - he took it. “I have a passion for being outdoors,” said Morris about opening 1st Choice Lawn Care last February at his home in Brazil. “It just took off like a rocket.”...
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USDA Develops Simplified Direct Loan Application to Improve Customer Service
(Local News ~ 02/21/23)
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has developed a simplified direct loan application to provide improved customer experience for producers applying for loans from the Farm Service Agency (FSA). The simplified direct loan application enables producers to complete a more streamlined application, reduced from 29 to 13 pages. ...
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Indiana DNR to receive up to $385 million for statewide coal mine reclamation efforts
(Local News ~ 02/21/23)
Recently approved federal funding of up to $385 million over the next 15 years will allow Indiana to reclaim more former coal mines to their pre-mining status. Hoosiers who own such property are encouraged to report it to the Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) — even if you don’t want the work done right away...
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New President of Pike Lumber Company
(Local News ~ 02/21/23)
AKRON — As of February 12, 2023, James W. (Jim) Steen will step down as President of Pike Lumber Company, Akron, Indiana, handing the reins to Craig M. Brouyette, who has served as Executive Vice President for the last 8 years. Chris Herrell is promoted to Executive Vice President /Vice President of Operations...
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LIBRARY PROGRAMS
(Local News ~ 02/21/23)
Bring your kids in the Brazil Public Library on Thursday March 2 to celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday with a fun Dr. Seuss craft. Brazil Public Library will be having a monthly craft on the first Thursday of the month @ 6 pm for youth ages 6-11. On Thursday March 2 @ 6 pm youth are invited to come in a make a colorful caterpillar craft...
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Wastewater plant improvements on schedule
(Local News ~ 02/21/23)
City officials recently approved the latest payment to the construction firm with which it has contracted in order, and heard from top engineers that the project is moving forward as planned. Located just south of Brazil, the current wastewater treatment facility is undergoing another revamping in order to better serve residents in and around the city. Officials have kept a close eye on the project since it began...
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'Cracker Barrel' round talk session held at the Cory Volunteer Fire Department
(Local News ~ 02/21/23)
A small but lively crowd gathered for the first Cracker Barrel of 2023. State Sen. Jon Ford (R) and Rep. Alan Morrison were at the Cory Fire Department Saturday to answer questions about many topics, including, but not limited to, high energy prices, inflation, law enforcement issues, armed teachers, legalization of marijuana, and various tax legislation with the crowd...
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Northview ‘TouchWall’ ready for use
(Local News ~ 02/21/23)
A new information center capable of housing all of Northview’s past, present and future has been turned on in the commons at the high school. Through a donation made by Riddell National Bank in Brazil, the “TouchWall” monitor and computer support systems made it possible for the installation to take place this school year...
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Miraculous Effort saves lives
(Local News ~ 02/21/23)
January 8, 2022, Cory/Perry Township Volunteer Fire Department was toned out to assist in a vehicle crash. Upon arrival, they realized the severity of the accident, and other nearby first responders, returning from a previous accident on I-70, heard about two injured teenagers and decided to assist Cory. A local tow truck company headed to a different location saw the damaged vehicle and stopped to help...
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Wacky Weather Warms the Weary
(Local News ~ 02/21/23)
A wildly warm winter day brought out the best in residents weary of cold temperatures Monday at Forest Park.
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FFA welders compete, succeed at state level
(Local News ~ 02/21/23)
Members of the Northview FFA Chapter recently competed in the Indiana FFA Welding Career Development Event (CDE) at both the district and state level. Hayden Slater and T.J. Weaver competed in the Advanced Division of the Welding CDE. Both are seniors at Northview High School and have been active members of the Northview FFA Chapter throughout their high school careers...
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Slater signs with Rose Hulman
(High School Sports ~ 02/21/23)
When Hank Slater first began his cross country career at a young age, he envisioned one day running at the collegiate level. Where that was, he wasn’t sure, but he knew if he put in the time and effort, the Northview senior could make his dream become a reality...
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