Kokomo Local News – Thursday, May 28th, 2026

Daily Kokomo

Thursday, May 28th, 2026

Good morning, Kokomo. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 28th of May.

CULTURE NEWS

➤ Downtown Kokomo will host the 28th Kokomo Strawberry Festival on Friday, June 5. The free event runs from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and offers more than 220 vendors, live entertainment, art, interactive kids activities, and its famous strawberry shortcake. The Kokomo Post

EDUCATION NEWS

➤ CNHI and the Kokomo Tribune launch a series today on Kids & Screens that examines how parents & children manage increased screen time and digital challenges. Nine students from across the nation will share their views as local and state leaders evaluate options like school bans and technology policies. Kokomo Tribune

SPORTS NEWS

➤ The Creek Chubs kicked off their inaugural season on May 27 at Municipal Stadium with packed stands, fireworks, merch, and mascot Hooks. The game united the community and ended with a win — a promising start to summer baseball in Kokomo. The Kokomo Post

KOKOMO EVENTS

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT

Armchair Boogie Concert

Time TBA — The Coterie — Tickets on sale now — Enjoy a night of local music with Armchair Boogie.

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KOKOMO REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE

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KOKOMO JOB BOARD

JOB BOARD

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KOKOMO ANNOUNCEMENTS

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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