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Public Help Sought in Identifying Suspects in Two Separate Incidents

Howard County Sheriff's Office and Kokomo Police Department are seeking public assistance to identify suspects in a failed burglary in Russiaville and an armed robbery in Kokomo.

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Reading Revolution: Science-Based Approach Boosts Student Scores

In response to legislative changes, schools across Howard County, Indiana, have adopted science-based reading curriculums, leading to notable improvements in reading test scores. Northwestern School Corporation, already ahead with a four-year implementation, reveals this approach's efficacy in improving English language comprehension, demonstrated by increased IREAD pass rates in several schools, including Tipton and Taylor Elementary. Amidst educational reforms, including a high school diploma overhaul to offer more flexibility and emphasis on work-based learning, rural districts face challenges with declining enrollments impacting funding and teacher availability. The year also saw criminal charges against former educators, storm damage to Taylor Elementary, a victorious sectional title by Taylor Titans football team, and the failure of Kokomo School Corporation's historic referendum aimed at increasing revenue for salaries and programs.

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Kokomo's Churches Welcome Community for Worship and Christmas Celebrations

Kokomo's local churches are inviting the community to join in a variety of worship services and Christmas events this holiday season. Second Missionary Baptist Church offers regular worship and teaching sessions, with transportation available upon request. Grace United Methodist Church is set to host a kids’ Christmas pageant and a music celebration leading up to a Christmas Eve Candlelight service. Christ Lutheran Church prepares for a Christmas Eve Candlelight Service featuring special music by The Bach Trio. Additionally, First Friends, St. Andrew Episcopal Church, First EPC, New Beginnings Christian Fellowship, and Shiloh United Methodist Church have announced their own unique holiday services, including (re)discover Sundays and various Christmas services aiming to welcome everyone back to church and to celebrate the season's spirit.

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