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Reunions
(Community News ~ 07/08/12)
Bell Reunion The Bell Reunion will take place Sunday, July 15, at 12:30 p.m., at Traditions. Those interested in attending are asked to bring a basket lunch, table service and drinks. Hull-Dickison Reunion The Hull-Dickison reunion will begin at noon, June 21, at the Forest Park Pavilion...
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Officials rule against abortion law
(State News ~ 07/08/12)
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Indiana's decision to deny Planned Parenthood Medicaid funds because it performs abortions denies women the freedom to choose their health care providers, a federal hearing officer said. The state had asked the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services in Chicago to reconsider its June 2011 ruling that found changes in Indiana's Medicaid plan unacceptable. ...
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Wool contest set for state fair
(Local News ~ 07/08/12)
The 2012 edition of the "Indiana Make It with Wool Contest," will take place at the Indiana State Fair Saturday, Aug. 18. The contest will take place in the Home and Family Arts Building with registration beginning at 9 a.m., and judging starting at 9:30...
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Christian trio to perform at OCCC
(Local News ~ 07/08/12)
The Women's trio Brand New from New Palestine, Ind., will perform at the Otter Creek Christian Church, 6299 N. Crow St., Brazil, July 22, at 10:30 a.m. The band is composed of Rita Wells, Shelly Cruise and Stacy Boyd. They will minister to the congregation through music. Love offerings will be taken...
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Generosity goes long way
(Letter to the Editor ~ 07/08/12)
To the Editor: This past Saturday (June 30), I ran the Firecracker 5K run, hosted by the YMCA of Clay County, with my two grandsons, Logan, 10, and Owen, 9. I had taken time to explain to them that we were not in a race, but we were running for ourselves to accomplish a personal goal...
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Carnival was a success
(Letter to the Editor ~ 07/08/12)
To the Editor: I just wanted to write and say kudos about the July 4 carnival this year. The new company was so much cleaner, nicer and just all around better than it's been in years. My two sons had so much fun for hours the other night. The rides were finally back to ones that children will remember when they're adults and telling the "back when" stories...
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Food Pantry provides update
(Letter to the Editor ~ 07/08/12)
To the Editor: We have concluded a very busy six months at the Clay County Emergency Food Pantry. It appears that the demand for this ministry is continuing to be a serious concern for Clay County. Our records indicate that we have served a total of 1,772 family units in the past half-year; that includes a total of 5,729 children and adults and that we have distributed a total of 22,321 bags/boxes of food essential to these families...
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November election extremely important
(Column ~ 07/08/12)
The Supreme Court's decision to uphold the Obama Administration's health care mandate is a disappointing set back and makes clear the importance of this fall's national election. The decision will trigger a spirited and necessary debate, which should result in a complete repeal by a new Congress...
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All must share blame in health care problems
(Letter to the Editor ~ 07/08/12)
To the Editor: Recently I read an article in The Brazil Times that stated that the uninsured are most likely to not pay their doctor bills. The uninsured come from a wide variety of professions and income levels -- to imply they are the most likely to be socially irresponsible in this area irks me, especially when it comes from a high-minded person furthering their social agenda...
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Hoosier Lottery
(State News ~ 07/08/12)
INDIANAPOLIS -- Here are the winning numbers selected Friday and Saturday in the Hoosier Lottery: Friday Daily Three-Midday 6-1-1 Daily Three-Evening 8-9-2 Daily Four-Midday 8-0-2-6 Daily Four-Evening 2-4-3-0 Lucky 5-Midday 5-7-22-28-36 Lucky 5-Evening...
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Illinois Lottery
(State News ~ 07/08/12)
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. -- Here are the winning numbers selected Friday, Saturday and Sunday in the Illinois Lottery: Friday Pick Three-Midday 0-7-2 Pick Three-Evening 5-3-1 Pick Four-Midday 6-5-6-2 Pick Four-Evening 6-5-6-8 Lucky Day Lotto 10-21-26-31-37...
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Council to meet
(Local News ~ 07/08/12)
The Brazil Common Council will meet Wednesday, July 11, at 7 p.m., at Brazil City Hall Council Chambers. General business will be discussed and the public is welcome to attend.
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Church to conduct 35th Ice Cream Social July 28
(Local News ~ 07/08/12)
The Ashboro Methodist Church, south of Brazil on State Road 59, will conduct its 35th Ice Cream Social Saturday, July 28, beginning at 5 p.m. There will also be plenty of barbecue sandwiches and hot dogs as well as nachos and cheese, pies and cakes...
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Rev. Charlotte Deloris Hay
(Obituary ~ 07/08/12)
Rev. Charlotte Deloris Hay, 80, Terre Haute, went to be with the Lord July 6, 2012, at 12:35 p.m. She was born at home in Terre Haute Nov. 30, 1931, to William Jasper Bridgewater and Norma Elizabeth (Steele) Bridgewater. Charlotte married her husband, Robert Hay "Earl" Dec. 31, 1948...
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Biscuits and Gravy!
(Local News ~ 07/08/12)
The Clay County Humane Society will host a biscuits and gravy breakfast Saturday, July 14, from 7-10 a.m. The event will take place at the Clay County 4-H Fairgrounds. For more information, call 812-986-2834.
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Book Sale
(Local News ~ 07/08/12)
The Friends of the Library will conduct a book sale July 11, from 4-7 p.m., and July 12-14, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. The event will take place in the garage across the street from the library. For further information, call 443-5871.
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Community Notes
(Community News ~ 07/08/12)
The following is a list of upcoming area events as provided to The Brazil Times: Boil Order Due to an outage of the high service pumps at the Carbon Water Works booster station, the water pressure in Carbon's water system fell below 20 psi. When water pressure within a water system falls below 20 psi, towns and cities are required by the state to issue a boil water advisory...
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Indiana in Brief
(State News ~ 07/08/12)
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. (AP) -- A southern Indiana man has been charged with placing a homemade bomb under the hood of a woman's truck. Fifty-two-year-old Hugh K. Garner Jr. of Bloomfield was released from Monroe County Jail Saturday after posting a $50,000 bond. Police had arrested him on a warrant for charges of attempted arson, intimidation and criminal mischief...
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CCBCA to sponsor cook-off July 15
(Local News ~ 07/08/12)
The Clay County Beef Cattle Association (CCBCA) will sponsor the annual Clay County 4-H Fair Beef Cook-off again this year. The event will take place at 2 p.m., Sunday, July 15, near the Hospitality Building. According to CCBCA officials, registration will be from noon-1:30 p.m...
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Girl left in hot car upgraded to stable
(State News ~ 07/08/12)
FISHERS, Ind. (AP) -- A 16-month-old girl who was left in a car in suburban Indianapolis during near-record 105-degree heat remained hospitalized Sunday, and the father of a 4-month-old girl who died in a hot car was being held in jail without bond...
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CCS board to conduct meeting Thursday
(Local News ~ 07/08/12)
The Clay Community Schools (CCS) board will meet for its monthly session Thursday, July 12, at the North Clay Middle School Media Center. The meeting will begin at 7:30 p.m. The July meeting has been designated as an organizational meeting. During the meeting, the board will nominate and elect officers; appoint a treasurer and deputy treasurer; approve employee bonds; designate newspapers for legal advertisements; appoint members to a bid opening committee; establish meeting times and dates; and appoint a corporation attorney.. ...
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Concert Band set for Sunday performance
(Local News ~ 07/08/12)
The Brazil Concert Band, under the direction of Matthew S. Huber, will present, "A Touch of Tuba and a Touch of Class," Sunday, July 15, at 8 p.m., at Forest Park Band Shell. Featured soloist Jason Alsip, tuba, will perform the classic Jacob's work, "Tuba Concerto."...
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Pierson DeHart Golf Scramble scheduled
(Local News ~ 07/08/12)
The second Pierson DeHart Memorial Golf Scramble is only weeks away. The event will take place at noon, Saturday, July 28, at the Forest Park Golf Course. Lunch will start at noon, with tee-times set for 1 p.m. The golf scramble is played in memory of Pierson DeHart, who died May 7, 2009, after suffering hydranencephaly. He was only 22-months-old...
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Chris Windom scores sprint car win at Lincoln Park Speedway
(Professional Sports ~ 07/08/12)
By CAREY FOX Times Sports Editor PUTNAMVILLE -- Another steamy night of racing action was on tap at Lincoln Park Speedway Saturday evening. In the sprint car field, 27 competitors were on hand with plenty of top-notch competition in the pits on Saturday night at Lincoln Park Speedway...
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2012 Clay County 4-H Fair Schedule
(Local News ~ 07/08/12)
Monday, July 9 4 p.m. -- ATV Project, Derby Track Tuesday, July 10 9 a.m. -- Community Judging, Exhibit Hall 1 p.m. -- Private Fashion Revue, Exhibit Hall 6 p.m. -- Cat Show, Extension Office Wednesday, July 11 10 a.m. -- Bicycle Rodeo, Clay County Justice Center...
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