NEWS

Kokomo couple gets 50 years in federal pen
01/13/2026

Brown, Rouse sentenced for dealing fatal fentanyl overdose

IU Kokomo releases part-time dean's list
01/12/2026

Indiana University Kokomo recognized part-time students who earned a place on the dean’s list for 2025. To qualify for the dean’s list, each student must maintain a minimum 3.5 grade point average (GPA) on a 4.0 scale.

Candidates line up for Senate Dist. 21
01/10/2026

Albright, Powell file for GOP nomination; People’s Town Hall set for Jan. 17

SPORTS

Girl grapplers advance to state
01/12/2026

Eight area wrestlers headed to Indy for finals

How would you rate your deer season?
01/10/2026

The extended Fields family found success during the 2025 deer seasons

An IncREDible Journey
01/09/2026

Three Howard County graduates fill roles with Indiana University Football

Features

The Unveiling at Blye's Bridal Loft
01/13/2026

It's The Unveiling! Blye's Bridal Loft has a new, exclusive line of bridal dresses available only at Blye's. Offered under the label Marie Ike, these fashions won't be found online or in any stores nearby. In sizes from 0 to 30, these gowns run from the demure to the slightly spicy, from the traditional white and creme to the bolder lavender and gold. And they all were on display at The Unveiling event on Jan. 8.

Get UP for dueling pianos
01/13/2026

Enjoy a warm and elegant Valentine’s Day experience featuring live dueling pianos, a catered dinner, and an evening of fun — all while supporting the youth of our community through the UP Program at Kokomo Urban Outreach.

Viva Las Vista Jan. 30
01/13/2026

Join DSI Together with Bona Vista for its 10th annual Viva Las Vista fundraiser, set for Fri., Jan. 30, from 6:30-9 p.m., at The Venue at Brookestone, 1201 W. Alto Road.

Obituaries

Obituaries, January 14, 2026
01/14/2026

Diana Carol (Cooper) Rostron, Michael Benge, Darol Leon Floyd, Floyd D. Rude, Ronald D. Kistler, George William “Bill” Bowman Jr., Kent M. Dowden, John Frederick Eads

Obituaries, January 13, 2026
01/13/2026

Don Allen Lamb, John “Redman” W. Goldsberry, Arvilla Mae (Talbert) Burge, John Edward “Little John” Leviner, Kathy Andrews Mackey, Tom Morgan, Douglas M. Bearden, Brittany Lynn Smith

Obituaries, January 12, 2026
01/12/2026

Virginia Nadine Estes

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LANTERN PODCASTS

The Unveiling at Blye's Bridal Loft
01/13/2026

It's The Unveiling! Blye's Bridal Loft has a new, exclusive line of bridal dresses available only at Blye's. Offered under the label Marie Ike, these fashions won't be found online or in any stores nearby. In sizes from 0 to 30, these gowns run from the demure to the slightly spicy, from the traditional white and creme to the bolder lavender and gold. And they all were on display at The Unveiling event on Jan. 8.

The Veil: December 23, 2025 -- NYE formals
12/24/2025

This week, Heather and April show off some smart styles for those in search of a dress for New Year's Eve. Check out these affordable formals, perfect for ringing in 2026. Blye's Bridal Loft will be open Sat., Dec. 27, from noon until 4 p.m., Tue., Dec. 30, from noon until 6 p.m., and Wed., Dec. 31, from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Catch new episodes of The Veil and review past episodes of the Kokomo Lantern Podcast Network.

The Veil, December 16, 2025: Something Big Is Brewing!
12/16/2025

This week, the ladies of The Veil drop a few breadcrumbs about something big coming to Blye's Bridal Loft in January 2026! What could it be? They only give hints, but more information is coming soon! Don't miss this episode, and make sure you catch upcoming episodes of The Veil on the Kokomo Lantern Podcast Network!