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Friday, May 23rd, 2025
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Good morning, Kokomo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Family Service Association received a $27,500 Community Multiplier grant—$25,000 from FHLBank of Indianapolis and $2,500 from Community First Bank—to support Jackson Street Commons’ permanent supportive housing for formerly homeless Veterans. The funds will cover services like mental health and financial counseling and job training in a program open until October 1. Kokomo Lantern
- ➤ Markland Mall announced the annual pop-up fair will move to the Kokomo Event & Conference Center parking lot at 1500 N. Reed Road and run from today until June 1. The event will offer rides, food, and family entertainment provided by North American Midway Entertainment — the change of location does not alter the fair’s tradition of fun. The Kokomo Post
- ➤ Today at the Kokomo Shrine Club, a public dance runs from 7-10 p.m. at 3892 E. 00 North South in Kokomo with DJ Daryll leading line dancing + pizza, beverages and snacks available. Kokomo Tribune
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Aria Wooden, an 18-year-old from Galveston, was arrested on Tuesday after an FBI tip led the Cass County Sheriff’s Office to a social media post that threatened a school shooting at Kokomo High School — she faces a Level 5 felony for intimidation. Giant.fm
- ➤ Police arrested five juvenile males (ages 14 to 16) this week in Russiaville after they vandalized the Youth Baseball Complex and several other community areas, and the suspects now face misdemeanor charges of criminal mischief while being held at Kinsey Youth Center. Kokomo Tribune
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A new bookstore called Secondhand Stories opened in downtown Kokomo at 107 W Mulberry St. Owner Sarah Janssen created the shop to keep books out of landfills and offer free coffee and gift wrapping (open Wednesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.). The Kokomo Post
- ➤ Indiana University Kokomo graduate James Murphy used his sculpture class to create circus-inspired pieces that show his evolving artistic passion (his journey began at Peru High School). Kokomo Tribune
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Back Woods Trading Company at 102 N. Main St. is hosting Build-A-Bag Night from 6-8 p.m. Saturday, where participants can choose from various leather colors and stitch styles to craft custom leather bags for $100 with all materials included. Guests may bring food and drinks from local eateries—registration is required due to limited spots and bags will be ready for pickup 48 hours after the event. Kokomo Tribune
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Officials announced today that Sunday's 109th Indianapolis 500 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway will air live on FOX in central Indiana — pre-race coverage will begin at 10 a.m. and the green flag is set to drop at 12:45 p.m. Giant.fm
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An Elite Mother-Son Gala
6:30-9 p.m. — Elite Banquet & Conference Center — Dinner included — A delightful evening of dinner, dancing, and entertainment for mothers and sons of all ages.
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Blooze Brothers Show
9-11 p.m. — Foster Park — Free entry — Enjoy a high-energy performance of music from the ‘40s to today by a choreographed show band.
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Buffalo Wabs & The Price Hill Hustle Live
8-11 p.m. — The Coterie — Tickets not available online — Enjoy a lively performance from Buffalo Wabs & The Price Hill Hustle.
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2025 Summer Fest Weekend
6-10 p.m., 9 a.m.-10 p.m., 9 a.m.-4 p.m. — Studebaker Park — Free entry — Celebrate community spirit with food, live music, and fun activities all weekend long.
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On-Site Tour of Altra Homecare
9 a.m.-7 p.m. — Altra Homecare of Kokomo — Free entry — Explore the best in senior living with nutritious meals and engaging activities.
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