NEWS

Significant street closures begin June 10
06/09/2026

This article is brought to you by the Community Foundation Serving Howard, Clinton, and Carroll Counties. Our 2025 Annual Report, Community Connections, is officially here! Inside, you’ll find stories of generosity, partnership and impact that reflect what’s possible when people come together to support Howard, Clinton and Carroll Counties. From scholarships and nonprofit support to donor stories and community initiatives, this year’s report celebrates the connections that continue to strengthen our communities every day.

Bayh nominated for Secretary of State
06/09/2026

This article is brought to you by the Community Foundation Serving Howard, Clinton, and Carroll Counties. Our 2025 Annual Report, Community Connections, is officially here! Inside, you’ll find stories of generosity, partnership and impact that reflect what’s possible when people come together to support Howard, Clinton and Carroll Counties. From scholarships and nonprofit support to donor stories and community initiatives, this year’s report celebrates the connections that continue to strengthen our communities every day.

Ascension hosts Parkinson’s webinar
06/09/2026

This article is brought to you by the Community Foundation Serving Howard, Clinton, and Carroll Counties. Our 2025 Annual Report, Community Connections, is officially here! Inside, you’ll find stories of generosity, partnership and impact that reflect what’s possible when people come together to support Howard, Clinton and Carroll Counties. From scholarships and nonprofit support to donor stories and community initiatives, this year’s report celebrates the connections that continue to strengthen our communities every day.

SPORTS

Kokomo stands out at track finals
06/09/2026

Wildkats earn medals, set records at state track and field championships

Chubs look to drop losing habit
06/05/2026

Disappointing homestand could turn against Chillicothe on Friday

Diamond action dominates Spring
06/02/2026

Isotopes, Knights face off in 12U baseball; Vipers, Nitro battle on softball field

Features

Park Band celebrates America, June 10
06/09/2026

This article is brought to you by the Community Foundation Serving Howard, Clinton, and Carroll Counties. Our 2025 Annual Report, Community Connections, is officially here! Inside, you’ll find stories of generosity, partnership and impact that reflect what’s possible when people come together to support Howard, Clinton and Carroll Counties. From scholarships and nonprofit support to donor stories and community initiatives, this year’s report celebrates the connections that continue to strengthen our communities every day.

Ivy Tech hosts JAG competition
06/09/2026

This article is brought to you by the Community Foundation Serving Howard, Clinton, and Carroll Counties. Our 2025 Annual Report, Community Connections, is officially here! Inside, you’ll find stories of generosity, partnership and impact that reflect what’s possible when people come together to support Howard, Clinton and Carroll Counties. From scholarships and nonprofit support to donor stories and community initiatives, this year’s report celebrates the connections that continue to strengthen our communities every day.

Igniting their futures
06/09/2026

Middle schoolers experience college life at IU Kokomo camp

Obituaries

Pet Obituary, June 9, 2026
06/09/2026

Georgie Brackey

Obituaries, June 9, 2026
06/09/2026

Robert E. Thompson, Malaya Christine Bowen, James “Mike” Michael Hensley, Juan Antonio Gonzalez, Bradley “Brad” Dale Maller

Obituaries, June 8, 2026
06/08/2026

Michael “Mike” Kent Wright, William Arthur “Bill” Grimes

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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!