NEWS

‘Operation Butterball’ nets 40 arrests
08/18/2026

This article is brought to you by Silver Birch Living of Kokomo. Silver Birch offers a full spectrum of personalized services to help older adults maintain their independence in a supportive, caring environment. For more information, visit Silver Birch of Kokomo online.

County adopts data center moratorium
08/18/2026

Commissioners agree to form committee to study the issue

State Fair endures the storms
08/17/2026

Final week provides a place to connect with community

Solidarity is where...

#YouBelong

SPORTS

Mike Platt: Haworth’s two-sport star
08/12/2026

This article is brought to you by the Winding Creek Music Festival. The sound of banjos, fiddles, and mandolins will echo across western Howard County once again this August as the Winding Creek Music Festival returns. But there’s something wandering in the woods this year.

A grand slam of a different sort
08/12/2026

Pro wrestling flying off the top rope at Kokomo Municipal Stadium on Aug. 15

NW lands 12U state title
08/11/2026

Tigers prevail as Greentown, Lewis Cass, Kokomo fall short

Features

Buddy Bags needs volunteers
08/18/2026

This article is brought to you by Silver Birch Living of Kokomo. Silver Birch offers a full spectrum of personalized services to help older adults maintain their independence in a supportive, caring environment. For more information, visit Silver Birch of Kokomo online.

The lessons of a squid
08/17/2026

Death is not the end of functioning; we were meant for eternity

Coming Soon to a Place Near You
08/16/2026

This article is brought to you by Elect Lisa Washington for Howard County Commissioner District 1. As your county commissioner, I will bring transparency & accountability to local government where it is sorely lacking, ensure our county facilities & infrastructure are properly managed, meaning taxpayer dollars are used more effectively, and bridge the gap in communication between our local and state elected officials to ensure your voice is heard by everyone who represents you.

Obituaries

Obituaries, August 18, 2026
08/18/2026

Jacquelyn G. Hainlen, Brenda Faye Thompson, Mary Buckner, Linda Diane Bruner, Julia Ellen Shallenberger, Deborah Jewel Tucker, Richard Lee Sandy Jr., Daniel Conaway Schram, Nova W.R. Irizarry

Obituaries, August 17, 2026
08/17/2026

Carl Edward “Ed” Ellabarger, Jason D. Mullins, Bob Whitworth, James “Jim” Hagaman, Matthew Craig Duncan, Jimmy Wayne Soblotne, Freddie Young, Sr., Glenn Greenwood, Rheann N. Cummins

Obituaries, August 14, 2026
08/14/2026

Basil C. Bailey, Marvin Walton Nickolson, Barbi Roberta Schoeppner, Joan Fern Shouse, Amy Lynn Mayberry-Carroll, Sam D. Davis

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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!