Chocolate Overload!
05/08/2026
Samaritan Caregivers fills One Church with annual event
NEWS
Ascension St. Vincent earns an ‘A’
05/07/2026
This article is brought to you by Blye’s Bridal Loft. Blye’s Beauties is back for the 2026–2027 school year! This is more than a program - it’s a space to show up, stand out, and be part of something that celebrates who you are and where you’re going.
Indiana Wars: Revenge of the Trump
05/06/2026
Jim Buck can’t overcome $1.3 million PAC attack
SPORTS
Russiaville kicks off baseball season
04/30/2026
Opening Day parade defies the weather for launch of 60th season
Lady Tigers crush Comets
04/28/2026
Northwestern tops Eastern, 9-0, in softball action
Western pounces on Tipton
04/24/2026
Panthers’ baseball, softball teams start seasons strong
Features
Chocolate Overload!
05/08/2026
Samaritan Caregivers fills One Church with annual event
Praise God for new beginnings
05/08/2026
He challenges us to forgive when it is difficult
Showing up for students
05/08/2026
Graduating teachers honored at IU Kokomo recognition ceremony
Obituaries
Obituaries, May 8, 2026
05/08/2026
Donald Henry Bandt, Linda Frances Darlin, Lorrita D. (Bowen) Godwin, Jerry Lee Gibbs
Obituaries, May 7, 2026
05/07/2026
Mary E. Klein, Mona Ione Downhour, David “Dave” Thomas Shuck, Brian Calvert
Obituaries, May 6, 2026
05/06/2026
Martha “Marty” Ann Runyan, Katherine Christine “Kate” Toney, Dawn Thomas, Lesli Heikkila
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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!
From our Readers
05/08/2026
Praise God for new beginnings
He challenges us to forgive when it is difficult
05/08/2026
Showing up for students
Graduating teachers honored at IU Kokomo recognition ceremony
05/04/2026
This is who we are
Life is full of trials. Even when we’re doing everything we can to walk in a way that pleases the Lord Jesus Christ, there are moments we come up short. Sometimes we get caught up in the moment. Sometimes our words don’t match our heart.