NEWS

New vehicles and all-seeing eyes
04/22/2026

Kokomo Police Department transfers funds to buy cars, establish crime data center

Ascension offering free health services
04/21/2026

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KPD searching for angry grocery shopper
04/21/2026

This article is brought to you by Rebecca Vent for Judge. Rebecca Vent is running for election as the next Judge of Howard Circuit Court. An attorney with 30 years of legal experience, Rebecca’s extensive background in family law, civil law, and criminal law sets her apart. Learn more by visiting www.vent4judge.com

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SPORTS

Western pounces on Tipton
04/24/2026

Panthers’ baseball, softball teams start seasons strong

Little Links sinks the putt
04/20/2026

New miniature golf course brings Bridges and city together again

IU takes trophies on tour
04/11/2026

The Crimson and Cream’s rise to the top draws a crowd in Kokomo

Features

​Keep your heart in the right place
04/24/2026

Anger, pride, vengeance do nothing to build the Kingdom of God

Culture, community, connection
04/24/2026

IU Kokomo's Culture Fest invites campus to celebrate its people

Creating excellence online
04/22/2026

History professor honored for online education leadership at IU Online Summit

Obituaries

Obituaries, April 24, 2026
04/24/2026

Sandra “Sandy” Jane Colby, Kathryn “Kay” Messick, Doris Mae Hunt, Barbara Kaye Burns, Jeanine A (Marlatt) Smith, Earl N. Plake, Glenn A. Hartzell, Virgil Ray McCool

Obituaries, April 23, 2026
04/23/2026

Joyce Ellen (Walker) King, Clara Jane Lemley Richmond, Rodney Lee Crase, David Wayne Kellar, Thomas “Tommy” Allen Ohmer III

Obituaries, April 22, 2026
04/22/2026

Otis L. Porter, Royal (Roy) W. Quinn, Steven Rand Osbon, Jason Charles Richardson

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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!