NEWS

Solidarity triples grant with Community Foundation
01/29/2026

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Finding a place for restorative justice
01/29/2026

The Validus Movement hoping to grow grassroots support in Kokomo

Point in Time Count Jan. 28-29
01/27/2026

This article is brought to you by Solidarity Community Federal Credit Union. New year, new rate, new ride. Solidarity’s reduced auto loan rates are here, and they’re built to help you save. Whether you’re shopping for something new or looking to refinance, we’ve got fast local approvals and terms that fit your life.

SPORTS

Early-bird Titans tame the Panthers
01/28/2026

Taylor outlasts Western to win, 56-45, in boys’ basketball

Making plans for next deer season already
01/26/2026

Bud cleaned and packed away his hunting gear while enjoying the bounty of his 2025 season

Local grapplers perform well at state
01/22/2026

Four girls make the podium in wrestling finals

Features

Suicide Prevention Coalition open house Feb. 17
01/29/2026

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NOLAWORLD unveils two exhibitions
01/29/2026

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Viva Las Vista this Friday
01/27/2026

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Obituaries

Obituaries, January 29, 2026
01/29/2026

Dr. David Jerome Reith, Janice Weaver, Janith “Jan” Clare (Lindley) Baird, Christopher Joseph Wright, Joy (Powers) Cochran, Connie Dianne (Quier) Keyser, Michael Donald “Mike” McKillip

Pet Obituaries, January 29, 2026
01/29/2026

Blue Henderson

Obituaries, January 28, 2026
01/28/2026

Evelyn Faye Shifflett, Adrian Veda (Blair) Burger, Lu Ann Smith, Kenneth Edward Mulkey, Janith Clare (Lindley) Baird, Pamela D. Lusher, Michelle Ann Ennis, Helen A. Smith, Lester F. Prifogle

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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!