NEWS

KPD knee-deep in green
03/07/2026

Police seize 70 pounds of marijuana in traffic stop

Lewis Cass, Ivy Tech train students for the future
03/06/2026

Robotics/engineering pathway readies students for Industry 4.0

Dems fill 2026 ballot
03/04/2026

Candidates line up for primary, general election battles

Solidarity is where...

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SPORTS

Panthers host Comets in MS swimming
03/03/2026

Western, Eastern hold co-ed meet in Russiaville; sportsmanship abounds

Cougars creeping toward conference crown
02/27/2026

IU Kokomo hosts Rio Grande Feb. 28 on RSC tourney

Two grapplers end run at state
02/24/2026

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

Features

Rising Star returns to Rhine Hall
03/07/2026

This article is brought to you by Blye’s Brial Loft. Prom season is in full swing and we’re still stocked with stunning options. Book your prom appointment, find your dress, and bring your date to shop our suit trunk show while you’re here. We’re making prom easy (and fun) for everyone!

The timelessness of Christ
03/06/2026

The world may change over the years, but Jesus remains the same

IU Kokomo's next bilingual leaders
03/06/2026

Spanish language students honored at state conference

Obituaries

Pet Obituaries, March 7, 2026
03/07/2026

Quincy Tansy

Obituaries, March 7, 2026
03/07/2026

Susan Irene Ardrey, Carolyn “Sue” (Woodard) Snow, Virgil Leon Tucker, Janet Lee Wiles, Norma J. McQueen

Obituaries, March 6, 2026
03/06/2026

Pamela “Pammy Sue” Smith, Vivian White, Donald Gene Cobb, Nancy Darlene Wood, Virgil L. Tucker, Larry L. Norris Jr.

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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!