NEWS

KPD searching for tablet thief
05/04/2026

This article is brought to you by Rebecca Vent for Judge. Rebecca Vent is running for election as the next Judge of Howard Circuit Court. An attorney with 30 years of legal experience, Rebecca’s extensive background in family law, civil law, and criminal law sets her apart. Learn more by visiting www.vent4judge.com

Clerk stumbles with public records
05/02/2026

The case of the missing campaign finance reports

Coroner recounts 1Q deaths
05/01/2026

This article is brought to you by Elect Lisa Washington for Howard County Commissioner District 1. It’s early voting time! Primaries are now open through May 5. GO VOTE!

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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

Farmers market, comics draw people downtown
05/04/2026

This article is brought to you by Rebecca Vent for Judge. Rebecca Vent is running for election as the next Judge of Howard Circuit Court. An attorney with 30 years of legal experience, Rebecca’s extensive background in family law, civil law, and criminal law sets her apart. Learn more by visiting www.vent4judge.com

This is who we are
05/04/2026

Life is full of trials. Even when we’re doing everything we can to walk in a way that pleases the Lord Jesus Christ, there are moments we come up short. Sometimes we get caught up in the moment. Sometimes our words don’t match our heart.

Real research, real results
05/04/2026

IU Kokomo undergraduates spotlighted at annual symposium

Obituaries

Obituaries, May 4, 2026
05/04/2026

Shelli Ann Hurlocker

Obituaries, May 3, 2026
05/03/2026

Thelma M. Roe, Carol ‘Diane’ Gibbs, Neva Louise (Burgess) Lawson, Justin Duane Pavese, Joseph Kent Meyers

Obituaries, May 2, 2026
05/02/2026

Brenda Lee Black, Shirley J. (Fields) Shively, Callie Eulene (Surber) Butcher, Marcia L. Evans, Tina Jo Ann Hooten

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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!