Community briefs
“The Nutcracker” coming to MVHS auditorium
THE KINDNESS COUGARS: Third-grade class learns business skills, spreads positive vibes
GREENFIELD – Third graders at J.B. Stephens Elementary School know a thing or two about kindness, and they’re hoping it’s contagious.
New Palestine man honored by governor’s Sagamore of the Wabash award
HANCOCK COUNTY — It’s a lesson in patience, planting a seed then watching it grow, the practice has helped a county resident earn one of the state’s highest honors.
‘JINGLE BELL ROCK’: Songmaker’s son to perform holiday hit and more
GREENFIELD — The son of the man who made “Jingle Bell Rock” a Christmas classic is bringing his father’s iconic music to the H.J. Ricks Center for the Arts in Greenfield.
McCordsville staff gets OK to create new parking ordinance
MCCORDSVILLE — The go-ahead was given by the McCordsville Town Council during its November 14 meeting to create a new ordinance that would deal with parking and restrictions along ancillary and collector roads.
Hometown holidays: Local festivitals abound this Christmas season
HANCOCK COUNTY – Hancock County transforms into a winter wonderland this December, with festivals and activities for all ages.
Community Briefs
Applications due for Fortville Christmas program
Libraries offer adult programs
GREENFIELD – Several programs for adults are coming up at local libraries across Hancock County in December.
Off the shelves
The following items are available at the Hancock County Public Library, 900 W. McKenzie Road. Descriptions are provided by the publisher, unless otherwise noted. For more information on the library’s collection or to reserve a title, visit hcplibrary.org.
TOP-NOTCH FACILITY: NPHS fieldhouse nears completion
NEW PALESTINE — Just a few months ago, the fieldhouse at New Palestine High School (NPHS) was filled with makeshift classrooms and hundreds of students. Now the cavernous 21,550-square-foot facility is just a few weeks away from completion.
