NEWS

Burglar hits McGavic Outdoor Power
04/07/2026

This article is brought to you by 2nd Shift Sewer & Plumbing®. 2nd Shift Sewer & Plumbing® is the leading provider of plumbing services in Howard County and the surrounding areas. With more than 30 years of experience, their knowledgeable and licensed technicians have the expertise to fix any plumbing or sewer problem you may have.

Duke says call before you dig
04/07/2026

This article is brought to you by 2nd Shift Sewer & Plumbing®. 2nd Shift Sewer & Plumbing® is the leading provider of plumbing services in Howard County and the surrounding areas. With more than 30 years of experience, their knowledgeable and licensed technicians have the expertise to fix any plumbing or sewer problem you may have.

KPD, sheriff searching for speeders
04/04/2026

This article is brought to you by the Community Foundation Serving Howard, Clinton, and Carroll Counties. The Forrest E. Jump Memorial Scholarship supports students from Howard, Clinton and Carroll counties who are pursuing a law degree at Indiana University’s Maurer or McKinney Schools of Law.

SPORTS

Tigers scratch out successful basketball season
03/30/2026

Northwestern’s strong run ends at sectional finals

IU football trophy coming to Kokomo
03/28/2026

This article is brought to you by the Community Foundation Serving Howard, Clinton, and Carroll Counties. Helping people connect with the Community Foundation often starts with a friendly welcome. Our Office Manager, LaCinda, has been a familiar and trusted presence at the Community Foundation for more than 30 years. From greeting visitors at the front desk to answering calls and keeping our office running smoothly, she helps ensure that community members, donors and partners receive the support and information they need. Her knowledge and dedication make her an invaluable resource for anyone looking to learn more about the work of the Foundation.

Jeff Stout Golf Outing, June 23
03/28/2026

Mark your calendar for June 23, as the sixth annual Jeff Stout Memorial Golf Outing will take place at Wildcat Creek Golf Course, 3200 Timber Valley Dr.

Features

Friends of the Library sale April 17-18
04/07/2026

This article is brought to you by 2nd Shift Sewer & Plumbing®. 2nd Shift Sewer & Plumbing® is the leading provider of plumbing services in Howard County and the surrounding areas. With more than 30 years of experience, their knowledgeable and licensed technicians have the expertise to fix any plumbing or sewer problem you may have.

Listen to that inner voice
04/07/2026

Letting go can be the very thing that leads you where you’re meant to be

Finding a future at IU Kokomo
04/06/2026

Campus connections lead to law school and love

Obituaries

Obituaries, April 7, 2026
04/07/2026

Toneita Mae Salsbery-Calvin, Ronald Lee Mygrant, Carolyn S. “Sue” Fox, Cathy Jo Steely, Kathleen Ann (Walker) Crone, Patty Lou Myers, Donna Pauline Lloyd

Obituaries, April 6, 2026
04/06/2026

Peggy Jean Smith

Obituaries, April 5, 2026
04/05/2026

Betty Marie Hale, Tausha Kimyada Hayashida

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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!