Attempted child abduction engages police
04/27/2026
KPD searching for man who tried to take infant at Aldi on April 26
NEWS
Sheriff adds two deputies
04/27/2026
Also, KPD officers complete LE academy
IWU adds 90-hour degree programs
04/27/2026
🌸✨ Mother’s Day at SUTE ✨🌸
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
Gilead House’s ‘The Dinner’ a success
04/27/2026
🌸✨ Mother’s Day at SUTE ✨🌸
Our differences make us stronger
04/27/2026
New Mexico IIU Kokomo KEY trip combines art, literature, cultural opportunities
Keep your heart in the right place
04/24/2026
Anger, pride, vengeance do nothing to build the Kingdom of God
Obituaries
Obituaries, April 27, 2026
04/27/2026
Kay Arlene (Rife) Bookwalter
Obituaries, April 26, 2026
04/26/2026
Brenda (Reed) Lambert
Obituaries, April 25, 2026
04/25/2026
James A. Metts, Joyce A. Gordon, Joseph “Joe” Harold Coffin, Ed Beheler, Brittani Nicole Duncan, Neva Johns, Lloyd E. Thompson Jr., Donald “Don” Lee Goodnight Sr.
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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
04/27/2026
Take a close look at Vent
A letter to the editor from several local attorneys
04/27/2026
Our differences make us stronger
New Mexico IIU Kokomo KEY trip combines art, literature, cultural opportunities
04/24/2026
Keep your heart in the right place
Anger, pride, vengeance do nothing to build the Kingdom of God