Tuesday, April 8th, 2025

Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Kokomo.
Good morning, Kokomo. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 8th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Open Arms—one of the Kokomo Rescue Mission's shelters for women and children—received a $6,000 grant from the American Land Title Association Good Deeds Foundation last month. Kokomo Tribune
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Six IU Kokomo students presented their research along with faculty at the Indiana Statehouse during Regionals at the Rotunda, showcasing projects on reducing plastic waste, preventing health hazards in automotive plants, and examining binary stars and indigenous histories. State officials and university leaders listened as the presentations highlighted how regional campuses drive research and practical solutions—each project shaping future studies. Kokomo Lantern
- ➤ Taylor High School has one of the only drone teams in the state—Tyler Duong gave quick directions Saturday inside the fieldhouse. A freeze warning remains today from 1 a.m. to 10 a.m. as sub-freezing temperatures near 15°F may damage crops and outdoor plumbing. Kokomo Tribune
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR This compact, easy-to-use rangefinder is packed with features like slope adjustment, flag-lock with vibration feedback, and a USB-C rechargeable battery. Lightweight and accurate, it’s a great choice for casual or beginner golfers looking for reliable performance. The Buy
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Kokomo.
-
Elite Easter Buffet 2025
11 AM – 12 PM — Elite Banquet & Conference Center — Adult $25, Children 10 & Under $12 — Enjoy an all-you-can-eat buffet of deliciousness this Easter Sunday.
-
Indiana USA Gymnastics Champions Banquet
10 a.m. — Bel Air Events — Tickets required — Celebrate the achievements of Indiana's gymnastics champions and graduating seniors in a night of recognition and inspiration.
-
2025 Kokomo Home Show
10 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Markland Mall — Free Admission — Discover local solutions for home and landscaping improvements this spring.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.

A Budget-Friendly Golf Rangefinder with Premium Features
The REVASRI NK‑1000 rangefinder is a surprisingly capable option for golfers who want accuracy without spending a fortune.
Priced under $50, it includes features like slope adjustment, flag-lock with vibration feedback, and a rechargeable USB-C battery. Plus, it’s compact and lightweight, easily locks onto targets, and seamlessly switches between yards and meters. It’s a great pick for casual or new golfers looking for reliable performance at a wallet-friendly price point.
Bonus: Shop more top-rated and best-selling golf products.
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Kokomo.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Start with repetition, not perfection.
Know who said this? Send us an email!
Reveal the authorAbout Daily Kokomo
Welcome to the Daily Kokomo, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Kokomo, Indiana community. If you like the Daily Kokomo, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Kokomo.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Kokomo and across Indiana. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Daily Kokomo
A free Kokomo community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.

© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailykokomo.com/sitemap