NEWS

Jackrabbits, city go to court
01/24/2025

Mayor says baseball, other activities will take place at stadium in 2025

Jane Pauley acquires pediatric center
01/24/2025

Jane Pauley Community Health Center (JPCHC), a leading provider of accessible and affordable healthcare across central Indiana, is excited to announce its expansion into Howard County with Kokomo Pediatrics. Formerly North Central Indiana Pediatric Center in the Community Health Network, Kokomo Pediatrics continues the practice’s record of high-quality, comprehensive primary healthcare for children in the local community with the same trusted providers.

Traffic restricted on 50 E for two months
01/24/2025

Crews will begin installing lane restrictions on County Road 50 East, Friday, January 24, between Smith Road and County Road 400 North (U.S. 35) for installation of sanitary sewers in the southbound lanes of 50 E. Two-way traffic will be maintained but restricted to allow for the construction. These lane restrictions are expected to last 60 days, weather permitting.

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SPORTS

Jackrabbits, city go to court
01/24/2025

Mayor says baseball, other activities will take place at stadium in 2025

Braves top Wildkats in Foulfest 2025
01/22/2025

Kokomo takes 82-79 loss at Maconaquah; Peckinpaugh ejected and suspended

How much is ‘safe’ ice?
01/20/2025

I have received several requests from people asking me about “safe” ice. I guess several folks are anticipating the chance to go ice fishing, and several people received new ice skates for Christmas gifts. They want to know about going ice skating on farm ponds, retention ponds, and maybe even skating on some creeks behind their house.

Features

The Lamp, January 24, 2025
01/24/2025

This week, Kokomo Lantern Publisher Pat Munsey speaks with A.J. Edwards from the Kokomo Family YMCA about a bunch of new fitness programs and activities for the entire family to help you meet your resolutions for 2025. Catch new episodes of The Lamp and review previous episodes on the Kokomo Lantern Podcast Network.

Growing their own way
01/21/2025

Twin sisters plan individual paths with IU Kokomo biology degrees

Night to Shine coming to Bridgeway
01/20/2025

National event for special needs features, dinner, dancing, and more

Obituaries

Obituaries, January 24, 2025
01/24/2025

Judi Rae "Gram" Hrabos

Obituaries, January 23, 2025
01/23/2025

Teresa Renee Sheagley

Obituaries, January 22, 2025
01/22/2025

Marlene Rae Hoppes

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LANTERN PODCASTS

The Lamp, January 24, 2025
01/24/2025

This week, Kokomo Lantern Publisher Pat Munsey speaks with A.J. Edwards from the Kokomo Family YMCA about a bunch of new fitness programs and activities for the entire family to help you meet your resolutions for 2025. Catch new episodes of The Lamp and review previous episodes on the Kokomo Lantern Podcast Network.

My Wife, My Ex-Wife, and Me, January 23, 2025
01/23/2025

This week, the MWMEM crew engages in a nostalgic trip back to the 2000s with a little trivia. Catch new episodes of My Wife, My Ex-Wife, and Me and review past episodes on the Kokomo Lantern Podcast Network.

Outdoors with Bud, January 18, 2025
01/18/2025

Welcome back, Bud! After weeks of illness during the holiday season, our resident outdoors expert has returned! This week, Bud talks with his "bonus" granddaughter, Kelsey Roller, about her recent hunting adventures. Catch new episodes of Outdoors with Bud and review past episodes on the Kokomo Lantern Podcast Network.