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Handful of roads damaged after storm
(Local News ~ 07/11/13)
As Clay County witnessed a quick, intense storm rage through the area Wednesday afternoon, residents were lucky to see little damage to homes. But other structures did not have the same fate. On Thursday, Clay County Highway Department Supervisor Brad Stultz confirmed to The Brazil Times that four roads had to be closed due to structural damage...
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Fire destroys Turner home
(Local News ~ 07/11/13)
TURNER -- No one was injured in a fire Thursday afternoon that caused structural damage to one local resident's home. Fred Dickison, 69, is the owner of the residence located at 2850 W. Turner Indiana Street, Turner, Ind., that caught on fire. Dickison said he was doing his laundry at the time of the fire. ...
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Tri County Community Club News
(Community News ~ 07/11/13)
The Tri County Community Club met June 19, at the Cagle Mill Dam, with Linda Rushton and Donna Rubeck serving as hostesses. A great meal was served with all members bringing their favorite dish to add to our meal. Wilima Holsapple gave the blessing...
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Brazil Buzz
(Column ~ 07/11/13)
I usually write my column on Sunday. I have been under the weather lately. Every project, routine or not, is off schedule. Sleep loss, health issues and a heavy workload are to blame. In recent weeks, we struggled to keep up with the yard work. As we travel around town, it is clear to see, we are not alone...
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Community Notes
(Community News ~ 07/11/13)
The following is a list of upcoming area events as provided to The Brazil Times: Book Sale The Friends of the Library will conduct a book sale July 11-13, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m., across the street from the library in the bookshop. For further information, call 443-5871...
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Community event set for weekend
(Local News ~ 07/11/13)
After a successful turnout last month, the local Radio Shack and Family Video management are continuing their monthly event for the Clay County Humane Society this Saturday, July 13, from 12-5 p.m. The free event will be for families and children to come to the parking lot in front of Family Video and enjoy games and animals from the Humane Society...
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Ice Cream Social set
(Local News ~ 07/11/13)
The Fontanet Action Community Team (FACT) will host an Ice Cream Social July 20, from 1-6 p.m., at the FACT Building and grounds in Fontanet. Other foods will also be available at the event. Freewill donations will be accepted. The FACT Team is sponsoring the event...
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Brazil man arrested on several charges
(Local News ~ 07/11/13)
A Brazil man was arrested early Thursday morning and preliminarily charged with Domestic Battery, Sexual Battery and Residential Entry, all class D felonies. According to Brazil Police Department Chief Clint McQueen, officers were dispatched to a home on East Pinckley Street early Thursday morning for a battery report...
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Board: No alcohol at festival
(Local News ~ 07/11/13)
After taking a month for consideration, the Brazil Parks and Recreation Board ruled to deny permission for Popcorn Festival representatives to serve alcohol at this year's festival during its monthly meeting Tuesday in the City Hall Council Chambers...
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Reunions
(Community News ~ 07/11/13)
The following are a list of upcoming reunions in the area as provided to The Brazil Times: Dickison-Hull Reunion The Dickison-Hull reunion will start at noon, July 20, at the Forest Park Pavilion. Those attending are asked to bring a covered dish and table service. Drinks will be furnished...
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Obituary Notices
(Obituary ~ 07/11/13)
Diana L. Terhune, 75, Brazil, passed away July 8, 2013 at St. Vincent Clay Hospital. She had been in failing health since the death of her husband Ron, this past April. Services will take place Friday, at 1 p.m., at Lawson-Miller Chapel with Gary Scroggins officiating. ...
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Clinton Arthur McKinney
(Obituary ~ 07/11/13)
Clinton Arthur McKinney, 81, Knightsville, passed away unexpectedly July 10, 2013. He was born in Marion County, Jan. 9, 1932, the son of Arthur and Jessie (Watson) McKinney. He and his family moved to Poland, Ind., when he was 9-years-old. There, he worked on the family farm until he turned 18 and gained employment at Allison's General Motors...
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Hoosier Lottery
(State News ~ 07/11/13)
INDIANAPOLIS -- Here are the winning numbers selected Wednesday and Thursday in the Hoosier Lottery: Wednesday Daily Three-Midday 7-4-8 Daily Three-Evening 6-6-0 Daily Four-Midday 5-0-7-0 Daily Four-Evening 0-6-0-4 Cash 5 2-10-27-35-39 Hoosier Lotto...
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Illinois Lottery
(State News ~ 07/11/13)
SPRINGFIELD, Ill.-- Here are the winning numbers selected Wednesday and Thursday in the Illinois Lottery: Wednesday Pick Three-Midday 7-2-8 Pick Three-Evening 8-3-9 Pick Four-Midday 7-3-8-1 Pick Four-Evening 7-9-8-7 My 3-Midday 6-1-8 My 3-Evening 8-5-9...
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Court News
(Court News ~ 07/11/13)
Clay County Courthouse The following transactions took place at the Clay County Courthouse July 10: Circuit Court State Criminal Charges Bradley S. Doan Jr., 26, 1: Carrying a handgun without a license 2: Possession of paraphernalia Tina L. Francis, 34, 1: Possession of methamphetamine...
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Jail Bookings
(Police Logs ~ 07/11/13)
Clay County Justice Center The following jail bookings took place at the Clay County Justice Center July 9-11: Resisting Law Enforcement Grigsby, Jennifer, 41 Awaiting Arraignment Kavanaugh Jr., Gregory A., 23 Awaiting Warrant Arraignment Overshine, Amanda J., 31...
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Clothing For Children
(Local News ~ 07/11/13)
Rev. Mark Thompson and the congregation at First Baptist Church, 413 S. Walnut St., Brazil, is asking for donations of gently used clothing for children. The clothing donation will be used in the newly organized "Kids Klothes Kloset," located at the church, and will be available to all children in the community...
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Update: Handful of roads damaged by storm
(Local News ~ 07/11/13)
As Clay County witnessed a quick, intense storm rage through the area Wednesday afternoon, residents were lucky to see little damage to homes. But other structures did not have the same fate. On Thursday, Clay County Highway Department Supervisor Brad Stultz told The Brazil Times that four roads were closed as a result of structural damage directly linked to flooding...
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City approves road project
(Local News ~ 07/11/13)
The Brazil City Council will pursue a $4 million bond lease and property tax levy to fund a special street-paving project. At the Brazil City Council regular meeting Wednesday evening the council approved the decision to pursue a $4 million bond lease for the project. The motion carried 4-1 with councilman Ann Bradshaw as the sole opponent...
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