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Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026

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Good morning, Kokomo. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of April.

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Indiana will see a +6.1 cent rise per gallon in its state gasoline tax in May if Gov. Mike Braun does not extend his temporary suspension, as the tax is set monthly based on the state's average gas price. The change could affect pump prices as the 7% rate takes effect.  Kokomo Tribune

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Kokomo High School earned Early College endorsement from CELL at the University of Indianapolis as part of a rigorous process joining 73 other schools that help students earn college credits while still in high school. The program is celebrated during Early College Week April 20-24.  Giant.fm

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Fri, 5/1/26

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  • Norris Insurance Kokomo 5K

    9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. — Jackson Morrow Park — Entry fee required — Participate in a community-focused 5K race at a popular local venue.

    Sat, 5/9/26

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  • K Pop Dance Party

    7-9 p.m. — Elite Event Center — No cover charge — Get ready to groove and show off your best moves to the hottest K Pop tracks all night long!

    Fri, 5/22/26

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REAL ESTATE

SUBMIT LISTING

No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.

JOB BOARD

SUBMIT JOB

No new job posts today. You can submit one here.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

SUBMIT

No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.

TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Character is like a tree and reputation like its shadow.

~ Abraham Lincoln

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