NEWS

What's Happening This Week?
11/15/2026

This article is brought to you by Solidarity Community Federal Credit Union. Help Spread a Little Christmas Cheer! Are you out shopping today? Our Toys for Tots collection boxes are ready, and we need your help filling them!

Rounds complete
11/11/2026

Veterans service office opens in Kokomo; DAV honored for efforts at Howard County Stand Down

Jail project cuts a t-com line
11/11/2026

Hundreds in Howard, Tipton counties lose internet as possible consequence

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SPORTS

New arena, new era
11/13/2026

Indiana Wesleyan University celebrates opening of $30 million I AM THIRD arena

Cougars outroar Crimson Pride
11/12/2026

IU Kokomo women’s soccer ends uneven season with 6-9-3 record

Area teams sprint to x-country wins
11/02/2026

Northwestern takes boys’ title; Western girls finish second

Features

Coming Soon to a Place Near You
11/15/2026

This article is brought to you by Ivy Tech Community College Kokomo Region. Being a first-generation college student means taking a big step toward something new. At Ivy Tech, students don’t have to take that step alone. Through resources like Ivy Cares, our campus food pantry, and other student support services, we work to make sure students have the resources, encouragement, and support they need to succeed both inside and outside the classroom. Rayne Barber chose Ivy Tech to begin her educational journey at 41.

God’s perfect timing
11/13/2026

We must be careful not to desire something before it’s time

Kokomo by Candlelight this Friday
11/10/2026

Also, KCT Gala Nov. 20; Chapel Hill Thanksgiving dinner sign-ups open

Obituaries

Obituaries, November 13, 2026
11/13/2026

Alberta Louise (Solomito) Lashbrook, Margie Lee Mace, Carolyn Jo Helvie, Clifford “Eldon” Terrell

Obituaries, November 12, 2026
11/12/2026

Evon Lee Ann Steininger, Rita Bachus, Marshall Raymond McCay, Ada Annette Troyer Beachy Hooley, Harold “Gene” E. Antrim, Susan R. (Rudicel) Benincasa, Robert Wayne “Bobby” Ogden

Obituaries, November 11, 2026
11/11/2026

Barbara “Barbi” Wood, Michael Charles Eller, O.D. Shelley, Martha Lee Hippensteel, Russell Junior Engle, Dennis Earl “Denny” Barkman, Karen Jane Yarnevic

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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!