Lifestyle

NEW PALESTINE – Chili tasting, country line dancing, kids games and plenty of photo opportunities are available this weekend in New Palestine, in a growing Harvest Fest with a small-town vibe.

Editor’s note: The Daily Reporter will feature our “Neighbors” regularly, whether it be someone with an interesting hobby or profession, or a nonprofit group making a difference in our community. Here, Brittany Shoufler of New Palestine tells us about KK Party Co and how she can bring “luxury” party equipment to families, including soft play structures. If you know a person or a group that you’d like to see featured in Neighbors, email [email protected].

Eastern Hancock Elementary School second-graders recently spent time at “Mt. Readmore” during Camping Week, in tents flashlight reading, going “fishing” and making s’mores with outside ovens made of pizza boxes.

GREENFIELD – A bourbon tasting event not only brings friends together for a night out, but also raises money for those who need a nutritious delivered meal.

All current Fortville Elementary School students signed their names to the last beam to be placed in the new elementary building earlier this month. Administrators, school board and staff members all came to the event as well. The current second-grade students will be the oldest in the building — fourth grade — when it opens for the 2025-26 school year.

Editor’s note: The Daily Reporter will occasionally feature updates from local clubs and social circles. To share photos, news and announcements from your club, email [email protected].

Oct. 11

GREENFIELD – A feast of pies, breads, cupcakes and more was judged last week, naming some of the best bakers in the county.

I love to walk up and down the bookstore aisles occasionally removing something from the shelves to sample, hoping it fits my tastes. The people at Barnes and Noble are totally okay with this, but that habit has gotten me kicked out of Kroger about six times.

Weston Elementary School has a new recognition award for students who show respect and responsibility on the bus. These students, chosen by their drivers, follow directions, speak respectfully, remain seated and are helpful. Students selected as “Best on the Bus” for the month of September are, front row, Kole Bailey, Lilly Darrah, Emery Meeks, Madina Khali; middle row, Colton Michalisko, Jeremih O’Bryant, Iris Rosser; back row, Fenway Herman, Romancio O’Bryant, Owen Hirschauer, Isabella Enriquez; not pictured is Kendal Gallagher. Bus drivers are Jessica Hinton, Dan Riley, Kim Alford, Carl Hartman, Dan Forst; not pictured, Amanda Sharp.