NEWS

Ascension Kokomo performs 1,000th robotic surgery
06/01/2026

This article is brought to you by the Kokomo Family YMCA. Summer Camp starts TODAY! If you didn’t get signed up for Week 1, don’t worry. You can still sign up for more themed weeks! You can sign up for just one week or as many as you’d like. At the Y’s Summer Camp, your child will create lasting friendships and memories while discovering new talents, trying new activities, and gaining confidence in a safe environment. Register here: https://operations.daxko.com/Online/5014/ProgramsV2/Home.mvc

Howard County to consider jail bonds
06/01/2026

Notice is hereby given that the Board of Directors of the Howard County Jail Building Corporation (the “Corporation”) will hold a special meeting at 9:00 a.m., on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, in the Commissioners Conference Room of the Howard County Administration Center, located at 220 N Main Street, Kokomo, IN 46901, to consider (i) approval of previous meeting minutes, (ii) the adoption of a resolution authorizing the issuance and sale of the Corporation’s lease rental revenue bonds, accepting transfer of certain property from the Board of Commissioners of the County of Howard, Indiana, and approving a trust indenture, related bond financing documents, and matters related thereto, and (iii) any other business to come before the Board.

Sheriff honors outstanding service
05/29/2026

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SPORTS

Kokomo Creek Chubs win first game
05/30/2026

Baseball returns to Municipal Stadium with new team, new look

IUK’s Duncan collects triple crown
05/26/2026

This article is brought to you by the Community Foundation Serving Howard, Clinton, and Carroll Counties. Many donors choose to honor or remember someone special with a meaningful gift to the Community Foundation. Each month, those individuals are recognized in our Book of Memory. Tribute gifts can be made online, by mailed check or by visiting our office. Each county’s Book of Memory can be found on our website, and you can make your gift on our "Give Now" page. www.cfhoward.org/book-of-memory-howard | www.cfhoward.org/book-of-memory-clinton | www.cfhoward.org/book-of-memory-carroll

Summer sports camps at IUK
05/26/2026

This article is brought to you by the Community Foundation Serving Howard, Clinton, and Carroll Counties. Many donors choose to honor or remember someone special with a meaningful gift to the Community Foundation. Each month, those individuals are recognized in our Book of Memory. Tribute gifts can be made online, by mailed check or by visiting our office. Each county’s Book of Memory can be found on our website, and you can make your gift on our "Give Now" page. www.cfhoward.org/book-of-memory-howard | www.cfhoward.org/book-of-memory-clinton | www.cfhoward.org/book-of-memory-carroll

Features

Park band celebrates ‘America at 250’
06/01/2026

This article is brought to you by the Kokomo Family YMCA. Summer Camp starts TODAY! If you didn’t get signed up for Week 1, don’t worry. You can still sign up for more themed weeks! You can sign up for just one week or as many as you’d like. At the Y’s Summer Camp, your child will create lasting friendships and memories while discovering new talents, trying new activities, and gaining confidence in a safe environment. Register here: https://operations.daxko.com/Online/5014/ProgramsV2/Home.mvc

IU Kokomo recognizes top performers
06/01/2026

Spring dean’s list, chancellor’s list, honor academic achievement

Center Twp. Community Expo June 11
05/29/2026

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Obituaries

Obituaries, May 31, 2026
05/31/2026

William “Bill” George Gauger, Mark Robert Hayes

Obituaries, May 30, 2026
05/30/2026

Jesse R. Miller, Craig Alan Wilson, Marietta Harrold, Viola Marie (Bunch) Guffey, Mike Van Winkle

Obituaries, May 29, 2026
05/29/2026

William Wesley Lawson Jr., Christopher Caleb Reed, Mary Jane Van Ness, Jamie Joan Bitner, Sue Ann (Shedron) Pullen, David John Busch, Hudson Timothy Holt

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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!