CAM opens its doors to community
Block party atmosphere highlights positive work accomplished by the charity
Carver Gala brings out the best
Organization praised for its impact in unifying the community
Bona Vista dedicates new pavilion
This article is brought to you by the Kokomo Family YMCA. REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! Our annual Turkey Trot 5K is back, so come run the race before you stuff your face! Join us Nov. 27th and combat those holiday calories while you have fun walking or running our scenic course. It’s a timed, family-friendly race and every participant receives a T-shirt & medal. Proceeds benefit the Kokomo Family YMCA’s Annual Campaign. This is a great opportunity to get active outdoors AND give back to the community by providing opportunities to families and individuals through the YMCA’s annual campaign by clicking here!
Omega Psi Phi helps the homeless
This article is brought to you by the Kokomo Family YMCA. REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! Our annual Turkey Trot 5K is back, so come run the race before you stuff your face! Join us Nov. 27th and combat those holiday calories while you have fun walking or running our scenic course. It’s a timed, family-friendly race and every participant receives a T-shirt & medal. Proceeds benefit the Kokomo Family YMCA’s Annual Campaign. This is a great opportunity to get active outdoors AND give back to the community by providing opportunities to families and individuals through the YMCA’s annual campaign by clicking here!
NAACP holds Unity in Our Community
The NAACP Kokomo Local Branch 3055 will hold a Unity in Our Community meeting on Fri., Oct. 17, at the Carver Community Center, 1030 N. Purdum St., from 6-8 p.m. The event is designed to empower the local community to act for the benefit of all.
City announces Trick-or-Treat hours
Also, BoKay and Rose' bouquet event Oct. 11
The condition of your heart matters
Find God's grace, forgiveness, and love in the face of opposition
Canoeing Cougars race at regatta
A team of Student Government Association leaders brought the Cougar spirit to one of the biggest events of the year at Indiana University Indianapolis.
South Side Christian celebrates 112 years
South Side Christian church will be celebrating 112 years serving the community of Kokomo on Sunday, October 12, 2025.
Ivy Tech Foundation honors alumni, benefactors
Banuelos, Rhodes recognized for their contributions
Carver shines with Refreshing Springs
Community center participated in church's community day
See Superman at “Stadium Under the Stars”
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The Lamp: October 3, 2025: The Literacy Coalition of Howard County
This week, Kokomo Lantern Publisher Pat Munsey speaks with Bob Stephenson, Executive Director of the Literacy Coalition of Howard County. They talk about the coalition's upcoming comedy show at Rhine Hall, featuring Dave Dugan and Dave "The King" Wilson. The event will serve as a fundraiser for the coalition.
Finding forgiveness through the pain
Shannonhouse related his life of sexual abuse during FSA's annual Angel Walk
Re-examining Kokomo's AIDS moment
IU Kokomo to host author of Ryan White biography
A little Mideast Magic
Bellydancing troupe visited Rhine Hall
United Way kicks off campaign
Nonprofit sets $1.2 million goal, awarded $175,000 in grants
Faith replacing fear
Step into the life God designed for us
Good health is fashionable
Local 685 prostate cancer awareness event struts its stuff
Dueling Pianos hits a high note
This article is brought to you by the Downtown Kokomo Farmers Market. THIS IS IT! The final market of the year takes place tomorrow, Sept. 27. You don’t want to miss it! This is your last chance to gather the best in locally sourced produce and meat. This is the last time to find that lovingly created piece of home decor. Fresh baked goods. Honey. Wine. There’s no end to the options … actually, there is. It’s tomorrow. Get to the intersection of Mulberry and Washington streets this Saturday between 9 a.m. and noon to celebrate the arrival of fall and to say a fond farewell to our many vendors! We’ll see you at the Market!
Comedy for Carver
Rhine Hall's 'Funniest Comedian' raised money for community center
Refreshing Gilead House
New executive director Bakir Coulter set to grow the nonprofit
The Lamp, September 25, 2025: Carver Community Center
This week, Kokomo Lantern publisher Pat Munsey talks with Carver Community Center Executive Director JC Barnett III about the loads of programming taking place this fall. Girls' basketball, a spelling bee, afterschool programs, and a whole lot more are taking place at Carver, and kids from all over the community are invited to take part.
IU Kokomo on butterfly watch
Biology students monitor fluttering insects as campus becomes monarch waystation