Thursday, January 16th, 2025

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Good morning, Kokomo. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Kokomo Plan Commission denied the development plan for a new Chick-fil-A due to concerns over traffic and access via Imperial Drive, despite an announcement that the road would open regardless. Kokomo Lantern
- ➤ Local community events from Jan. 16-23, 2025, include senior gatherings, disaster preparedness training, blood drives, dances, basketball games, comedy nights, open houses, and a stroke support group across various venues in Kokomo and its surrounding areas. Kokomo Tribune
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Comedian Dave Dugan to perform his family-friendly 'Victim of Circumstance' tour at The State Theatre on Friday, promising jokes on universal themes like marriage and technology. Pharos-Tribune
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Kokomo and Center Township have extended their fire service agreement through January 31, 2027, maintaining the current terms and $80,000 annual payment for coverage of unincorporated areas. Kokomo Tribune
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Wolfes Smokehouse in Kokomo is selling their acclaimed smoked pork belly at a special price, with limited availability, encouraging customers to call ahead to secure their order. The Kokomo Post
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