NEWS

Hall of Legends inducts six
03/31/2026

This article is brought to you by Solidarity Community Federal Credit Union. With Spend2Save from Solidarity, every time you use your debit card, your purchase automatically rounds up to the nearest dollar—and the spare change goes straight into your savings account.

IU football trophy coming to Kokomo
03/28/2026

This article is brought to you by the Community Foundation Serving Howard, Clinton, and Carroll Counties. Helping people connect with the Community Foundation often starts with a friendly welcome. Our Office Manager, LaCinda, has been a familiar and trusted presence at the Community Foundation for more than 30 years. From greeting visitors at the front desk to answering calls and keeping our office running smoothly, she helps ensure that community members, donors and partners receive the support and information they need. Her knowledge and dedication make her an invaluable resource for anyone looking to learn more about the work of the Foundation.

Community First secures homeownership grants
03/28/2026

This article is brought to you by the Community Foundation Serving Howard, Clinton, and Carroll Counties. Helping people connect with the Community Foundation often starts with a friendly welcome. Our Office Manager, LaCinda, has been a familiar and trusted presence at the Community Foundation for more than 30 years. From greeting visitors at the front desk to answering calls and keeping our office running smoothly, she helps ensure that community members, donors and partners receive the support and information they need. Her knowledge and dedication make her an invaluable resource for anyone looking to learn more about the work of the Foundation.

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SPORTS

Tigers scratch out successful basketball season
03/30/2026

Northwestern’s strong run ends at sectional finals

IU football trophy coming to Kokomo
03/28/2026

This article is brought to you by the Community Foundation Serving Howard, Clinton, and Carroll Counties. Helping people connect with the Community Foundation often starts with a friendly welcome. Our Office Manager, LaCinda, has been a familiar and trusted presence at the Community Foundation for more than 30 years. From greeting visitors at the front desk to answering calls and keeping our office running smoothly, she helps ensure that community members, donors and partners receive the support and information they need. Her knowledge and dedication make her an invaluable resource for anyone looking to learn more about the work of the Foundation.

Jeff Stout Golf Outing, June 23
03/28/2026

Mark your calendar for June 23, as the sixth annual Jeff Stout Memorial Golf Outing will take place at Wildcat Creek Golf Course, 3200 Timber Valley Dr.

Features

Easter Egg Hunt, April 4
03/31/2026

A community Easter egg hunt will take place Sat., April 4, from 1-3 p.m. in Studebaker Park, behind the Carver Community Center, 1030 N. Purdum St.

Alzheimer’s Walk launch event, April 7
03/31/2026

Organizers of the annual Walk to End Alzheimer’s invite the community to stop by for a casual drop‑in event on Tue., April 7, from 7–9 a.m. at Inventrek, 700 E Firmin St, Room 1A.

Dixon’s Violin coming to Kokomo
03/31/2026

This article is brought to you by Solidarity Community Federal Credit Union. With Spend2Save from Solidarity, every time you use your debit card, your purchase automatically rounds up to the nearest dollar—and the spare change goes straight into your savings account.

Obituaries

Obituaries, March 31, 2026
03/31/2026

Nancy Jayne Lucas, Diane L. Beeman, Deborah Elizabeth Rayls, Dixie Lou Stone, Minnie Ethel Russ, Ricky Todd Carpenter, Larry M. Crail, Heather J. Richey, Michael Edward Durham, Cheryl Wood

Obituaries, March 30, 2026
03/30/2026

Alexander Charles Lawhon III

Obituaries, March 29, 2026
03/29/2026

Pauline (Miller) Myers Rhine, Richard “Dick” Gale Bohnstedt, Raymond Gale Harrington, Sarah Elizabeth Williams, Ernest John Meissnest

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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!