NIPSCO, Ivy Tech partner to support healthcare
08/20/2025

NIPSCO, Ivy Tech partner to support healthcare

Ivy Tech Community College Kokomo will host a Student Readiness Fair for healthcare and nursing students on Friday, Aug. 22, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. The opportunity is supported by a generous sponsorship from Northern Indiana Public Service Company (NIPSCO).

Chug! Chug! Chug!
08/18/2025

Chug! Chug! Chug!

Food bingers gulp down creamed corn to benefit Literacy Coalition

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Community First’s Free Shred Day
08/15/2025

Community First’s Free Shred Day

Community First Bank of Indiana is hosting a Free Shred Day open to the community on Thu., Aug. 28, at its 1308 E. Hoffer St. branch. All are welcome to drive through the branch parking lot between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. to drop off boxes of documents to be securely shredded with PROSHRED® Security.

Community Foundation award $235,000 in grants
08/15/2025

Community Foundation award $235,000 in grants

This article is brought to you by the Kokomo Downtown Farmers Market. It’s almost Market Time again! Join us downtown on Sat., Aug. 16, for the best in locally sourced fresh produce and meats, crafts and gifts, and baked goods and confections! There also will be live music, educational resources, children’s activities and more! Remember, the Market accepts SNAP benefits. The Market is located at the corner of Washington and Mulberry streets and will run from 9 a.m. until noon. We’ll see you at the Market!

Street closures start today
08/14/2025

Street closures start today

The City of Kokomo advises motorists that Armstrong Street will be closed from Taylor Street to Jackson Street beginning at 7 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 14, 2025, for installation of a water service main. This closure is expected to last one week, weather permitting.

Dog-gone summer
08/13/2025

Dog-gone summer

Kokomo Beach closes the season with Pooches at the Pool

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Fatal crash under investigation
08/12/2025

Fatal crash under investigation

Silver Birch Living of Kokomo 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.

KPD running sobriety patrols
08/12/2025

KPD running sobriety patrols

Silver Birch Living of Kokomo 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.

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Kokomo Casting Plant turns 60
08/12/2025

Kokomo Casting Plant turns 60

This article is brought to you by the Kokomo Family YMCA. School day schedule problems? We've got your childcare needs covered with our Out of School Time program (OST)! Your child can have fun exploring and playing with friends before and after school. They will receive assistance with their homework, enjoy a light snack, and have plenty of opportunities to be active and creative during their free time. Enrollment for the 2025/2026 school year is open - we look forward to welcoming your family! Registration form: https://form.jotform.com/kokomoymca/ost2526-request

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Food as Medicine begins Sept. 2
08/09/2025

Food as Medicine begins Sept. 2

This article is brought to you by Moore's Home Health and Medical Supply. For more than 69 years, Moore's Home Health has been Howard County's leading provider of assistive and adaptive ​home medical equipment and supplies. Call 765-454-5210 or visit Moore's at 608 W. Markland Ave. to let them help meet your healthcare needs!

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Call 811 before digging
08/09/2025

Call 811 before digging

Aug. 11 is National Safe Digging Day, also known as 811 Day, and Duke Energy is advising customers and excavators to call 811 at least three business days before beginning any outdoor project that involves digging.

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U.S. 31 to close Aug. 14
08/07/2025

U.S. 31 to close Aug. 14

This article is brought to you by King’s Cleaning Solutions. This article is brought to you by King’s Cleaning Solutions. Whether you need your carpets, upholstery, airducts, or dryer vent cleaned, King’s Cleaning Solutions is ready to provide professional service on time, in-depth, and at a price you can afford. You can’t get cleaner in Kokomo without King’s Cleaning Solutions. Contact them at 765-698-5096 or by visiting https://kingscleaningsolutions.com/

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Community First to hold Shred Day
08/07/2025

Community First to hold Shred Day

Stop by Community First Bank’s free shred event to safely dispose of your paper documents. All items are securely shredded on site and then recycled. Plan to stay in your car as team members unload your shred items and return your container.

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New faces at the lectern
08/07/2025

New faces at the lectern

Thirteen new faculty members join IU Kokomo

D Danielle Rush, Communications Specialist, Indiana University Kokomo