Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of April.
Good morning, Kokomo.
🏘️ Community
A list of 43 local activities is now available for Kokomo families to enjoy this spring.
It features options like indoor fun at Gravity Trampoline Park + creative stops at Unique Creations by Joe, The Zone, and new biking rentals from Koko-Go starting April 25.
Samaritan Caregivers is selling spring flowers through April 8 to fund free support for seniors aging in place.
The sale offers 12-inch patio pots for $30 plus hanging baskets for $25 with a variety of blooms available.
🎭 Culture
Debbie Dunn, dressed in 18th century clothing, will reenact the Northwest Territory Alliance’s encampment at Fort Sackville with her husband Nash during Memorial Day weekend — a tribute to America’s 250th birthday.
Visitors will get to experience historic performances.
🏛️ Government
Governor Mike Braun ordered state facilities to fly flags at half-staff from sunrise to sunset Saturday, Apr.
4 to honor Captain Seth Koval — a machinist with the 122nd Fighter Wing — who died overseas during Operation Epic Fury on March 12.
🏥 Health
Federal regulators approved Eli Lilly's daily weight-loss pill on Wednesday to treat obesity and related conditions.
The drug mimics a natural hormone to curb appetite — Kokomo patients could soon have another option for managing weight.
🏈 Sports
Residents now have a new baseball team, the Kokomo Creek Chubs, which will begin play next month at Kokomo Municipal Stadium.
A few weeks ago, Pam Richard + her son Austin named the team’s mascot 'Hooks' in a Facebook contest while Matt Howard was named general manager.
🎉 Kokomo Events
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Marc Ridge & The Revelers Live Concert
8 PM – 2 AM — The Coterie — Not specified — Enjoy an exciting night of local music with Marc Ridge & The Revelers alongside Davey & The Midnights.
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