NEWS

Sheriff makes major drug seizure
02/20/2026

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Rebecca Vent running for Circuit Court Judge
02/20/2026

Rebecca R. Vent, an attorney with nearly 30 years of legal experience, announces her candidacy for Judge of the Howard County Circuit Court. Her extensive background in all aspects of family and criminal law has enabled her to represent thousands of families in Howard County throughout her career.

Center Township launches food drive
02/20/2026

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SPORTS

Local tumblers roll through Berries
02/16/2026

Northwestern sticks the landing against Western, Logansport

Kats run through Kings
02/14/2026

Kokomo's varsity squad tallies win as part of seven-game winning streak

Kokomo to host college softball championships
02/10/2026

Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference chooses high school stadium through 2028

Features

Future researchers earn their laurels
02/20/2026

IU Kokomo hosts area students at Howard County Science Fair

'The Revolutionists' take over Havens
02/19/2026

Kokomo Civic Theatre presents wild comedy Feb. 27, 28, March 1

New year, new opportunities
02/19/2026

Community Foundation can connect donors to causes they care about

Obituaries

Obituaries, February 20, 2026
02/20/2026

David Wesley Barton, Ronald “Ron” Joseph Meyer, Rowlena Sue Blackford, Deborah Elaine Larrison

Obituaries, February 19, 2026
02/19/2026

Thomas Smith, Glenn Lee Taylor, Genevieve “Genny” (Valadez) Root, Robert “Bob” Ernest Evans, Gabriel David Clifton

Obituaries, February 18, 2026
02/18/2026

Debra S. Smith, Anna R. (Otto) Beachy, Michael Forkner, Barbara Gean Hodson, Jeanette Eileen (Wilson) Conn, Donald Bruce Killingbeck, Leo John Scimia, Glenn Lee Taylor, Tammy J. Irwin, Floyd Anderson

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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!