Achieving the mission
11/02/2026
IU Kokomo chancellor highlights impact in State of the Campus
NEWS
What's Happening This Week?
11/01/2026
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Prosecutor warns uninsured motorists
10/30/2026
Also, Ivy Tech honors distinguished alum; Taylor Thanksgiving Dinner, Nov. 17
SPORTS
Area teams sprint to x-country wins
11/02/2026
Northwestern takes boys’ title; Western girls finish second
Taylor wins at the end
10/26/2026
Titans find victory against Tri-Central as football season closes
Rough season end for Taylor, Western
10/22/2026
Volleyball teams struggle through losing campaigns
Features
Caring for those outside the building
11/02/2026
Second Missionary holds resource fair for the glory of God, the good of the community
Coming Soon to a Place Near You
11/01/2026
This article is brought to you by Ivy Tech Community College Kokomo Region.
Getting hands-on with his future
10/30/2026
IU Kokomo graduate parlays lab work with professor into career in chemistry
Obituaries
Obituaries, November 2, 2026
11/02/2026
James E. Morgan, Ernest “Ernie” Leroy Cottingham, Robert J. “Bobby” Pencek, Robert Lee Netro, Mary Sue Kussmann, John P. Clester
Obituaries, October 30, 2026
10/30/2026
David Arthur Young, Kevin Lee Kerr, Kimberly C. Kirkwood, Barry Barner, Robert Richard Dawson
Obituaries, October 29, 2026
10/29/2026
Janice Marie Kuck, Joseph Lon Steenbergh, Shirley J. (Surber) Hoel, Bedford Hill Pruitt, Jr., Anthony Donald LaCluyse, Linda Jean (Politte) Moon, Eric Joseph Cross, John I. Dixon
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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
11/02/2026
Achieving the mission
IU Kokomo chancellor highlights impact in State of the Campus
11/02/2026
Caring for those outside the building
Second Missionary holds resource fair for the glory of God, the good of the community
10/30/2026
Getting hands-on with his future
IU Kokomo graduate parlays lab work with professor into career in chemistry