NEWS

Ascension St. Vincent earns an ‘A’
05/07/2026

This article is brought to you by Blye’s Bridal Loft. Blye’s Beauties is back for the 2026–2027 school year! This is more than a program - it’s a space to show up, stand out, and be part of something that celebrates who you are and where you’re going.

Indiana Wars: Revenge of the Trump
05/06/2026

Jim Buck can’t overcome $1.3 million PAC attack

Carver Center tabs new director
05/05/2026

Leadership transition brings Shari Spicer to the head of the organization

SPORTS

Russiaville kicks off baseball season
04/30/2026

Opening Day parade defies the weather for launch of 60th season

Lady Tigers crush Comets
04/28/2026

Northwestern tops Eastern, 9-0, in softball action

Western pounces on Tipton
04/24/2026

Panthers’ baseball, softball teams start seasons strong

Features

May is Mental Health Month
05/07/2026

This article is brought to you by Blye’s Bridal Loft. Blye’s Beauties is back for the 2026–2027 school year! This is more than a program - it’s a space to show up, stand out, and be part of something that celebrates who you are and where you’re going.

Mental health event seeks vendors
05/07/2026

Kokomo Treatment Services, 2906 S. Reed Road, will host a Mental Health Awareness event on Thu., May 21, from 9 a.m. until noon. This event is designed to connect patients with various resources across the community.

LK 44 builds a shed
05/05/2026

Leadership Kokomo team helps Jackson Street Commons

Obituaries

Obituaries, May 7, 2026
05/07/2026

Mary E. Klein, Mona Ione Downhour, David “Dave” Thomas Shuck, Brian Calvert

Obituaries, May 6, 2026
05/06/2026

Martha “Marty” Ann Runyan, Katherine Christine “Kate” Toney, Dawn Thomas, Lesli Heikkila

Obituaries, May 5, 2026
05/05/2026

Linda Lou Mitchell, Rhonda Miller, Jerry Lee Robertson, Max Eugene Beall

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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!