NEWS

Kokomo man arrested on murder charge
02/25/2026

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Sheriff warns community of get-out-of-jail scam
02/25/2026

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IU Kokomo represented at the Rotunda
02/25/2026

Student researchers present to statewide audience in Regionals at the Rotunda

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SPORTS

Two grapplers end run at state
02/24/2026

Hunt of Western, Oglesby of Maconaquah make quick exits; 11 competed at semi-state

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

Features

KUO's Empty Bowl fills up March 20
02/25/2026

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The revolution starts now!
02/25/2026

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Jordan a Good Citizen finalist
02/25/2026

Northwestern senior Hailey Jordan is one of 15 finalists in the running to be named Indiana DAR “Good Citizen.” Jordan is the Howard County “Good Citizen” as named by the General James Cox chapter of the National Society of Daughters of the American Revolution.

Obituaries

Obituaries, February 25, 2026
02/25/2026

Robert (Bob) William Sumpter, Linda Sue (Easton) Morris, Dean Allen Minor

Obituaries, February 24, 2026
02/24/2026

Joan Arlene Peterson Goulet, Billy R. “Pete” Daugherty, Alexander “Alex” Michael McGuin, Todd Moore, Lorene Ann (Bergman) Simpson

Obituaries, February 23, 2026
02/23/2026

Wayne J. Orzech

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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!