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Thursday, April 17th, 2025

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Good morning, Kokomo. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of April.

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • On Monday night, a fire broke out at a residence on Kokomo’s north side—killing one dog and rescuing another as first responders arrived around 10:30 p.m. on the 900 block of East Gano Street.  Kokomo Tribune

EDUCATION NEWS

  • IU Kokomo Psychology professor Rosalyn Davis earned the W. George Pinnell Award for Outstanding Service during the Celebration of Teaching and Service for her work mentoring students and partnering with community groups (including the public library and housing authority). It marks the third consecutive year an IU Kokomo faculty member has received the award and shows her strong commitment to both students and the community.  Kokomo Lantern
  • Seventeen Indiana teams will travel to Houston this week to compete in the FIRST Championship robotics event. Kokomo High School’s TechnoKats and Northwestern High School’s CyberTooth will join teams building robots for an ocean-themed game — supported by sponsors Toyota Indiana, Carrier and Salesforce — as they showcase their STEM skills.  Kokomo Lantern

EVENTS

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  • 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.

    Sun, 4/20/25

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  • 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.

    Thu, 4/24/25

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  • 2025 Kokomo Home Show

    10 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Markland Mall — Free Admission — Discover local solutions for home and landscaping improvements this spring.

    Fri, 4/25/25

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  • Kokomo Collectible Show

    6 AM – 12 PM — Kokomo Shriner's Club — Free entry — Explore a variety of collectibles and join a free learn-to-play event for kids.

    Sat, 5/10/25

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  • Open House at The Greens of Wildcat Creek

    1-3 p.m. — 3139 Crooked Stick Dr, Kokomo, IN — $429,000 — Explore a stunning golf course home with spacious living and serene views.

    Sat, 5/17/25

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