On April 16, 2024, the Kokomo Police Department Patrol Division responded to a southside home in reference to a report of an unconscious/unresponsive female. The female was deceased, and the Howard County Coroner’s office responded and assisted with the investigation.
Also, flowers returning to downtown
Station 6 being rebuilt on same site along Ind. 931
Also, Kokomo Area Career & Networking Fair set for April 15
This week, Howard County Historical Society executive director Anne Shaw joins Kokomo Lantern publisher Pat Munsey to talk about the six inductees into the Howard County Hall of Legends Class of 2025. Honorees include Eddie Bethea, Richard Blacklidge, Jonathan Russell, Sally Tuttle, Dr. Mary E. Wilson, and R. L. Young. Tickets are still available for the Hall of Legends ceremony, which takes place in Hingst Hall on the Ivy Tech Kokomo campus. Tickets are $60 and can be purchased by visiting www.hchistory.org.
IUK Observatory open house, April 13
Residents opposed to policies of President Trump march in solidarity across nation
Student researchers, faculty share impact of their work in Regionals at the Rotunda
Also, Apperson Way to close April 9
Ready to dig? Duke Energy reminds residents to call 811 before beginning spring digging projects. National Safe Digging Month emphasizes the critical need to call 811 to ensure utility lines are properly marked before starting any digging projects.
Clark Dietz, Inc., of Indianapolis, Ind., has earned a National Recognition Award for exemplary engineering achievement. They will be recognized at the American Council of Engineering Companies’ (ACEC) 58th annual Engineering Excellence Awards (EEA) for designing stormwater and roadway improvements to support construction of the $6.3-billion Stellantis Electric Vehicle (EV) Battery Plant in Kokomo, Ind.
Silver Birch Living of Kokomo offers a full spectrum of personalized services to help older adults maintain their independence in a supportive, caring environment. For more information, visit Silver Birch of Kokomo online.
North Washington closes April 4
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National Dust Off Association joined by Governor, City of Kokomo, Howard Co. Commissioners in recognizing veteran for his work at home and abroad
Downtown Association reduces paper use for monthly event
Howard County Sheriff’s Office focusing on speeding, distracted driving
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Kokomo is taking the national spotlight as it is featured in an episode of John McGivern’s Main Streets, a television series that highlights unique communities across the Midwest. The episode first aired on March 27 on PBS Wisconsin and select PBS stations across the Midwest.
Join the Greentown Historical Society on Sat., April 12, at 2 p.m. as it welcomes author Janis Thornton to conduct a discussion about the 1965 Palm Sunday tornadoes which ripped through Howard County and many communities across the Midwest.
Remonstrators struggle with knowing when to make their case
Andy Frasco & the U.N. to headline Old Ben Bash Aug. 30
This week, Kokomo Lantern Publisher Pat Munsey speaks with Kristina Sommers of the Howard County Health Department about the ongoing CrisisReady Howard County program. Learn how to be ready for a disaster or crisis with a variety of tips and methods, shared across the county each month. Registration is open now for April's CrisisReady events. Click here to register: April CrisisReady Registration Form
Students highlighted at inaugural Regionals at the Rotunda