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Friday, May 30th, 2025
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Good morning, Kokomo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ This summer, children in Kokomo, Tipton and Peru will receive free meals provided by local schools (USDA Summer Food Service Program) to help ensure they have access to nutritious food. Kokomo Tribune
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Fox Sports Radio 1350 WIOU will cease operations at the end of Saturday — the station announced its planned closure on Facebook, and listeners will need to seek other sources for sports updates. Pharos-Tribune
- ➤ Workers at the StarPlus Energy battery plant in Kokomo voted to join the United Auto Workers after signing authorization cards, and the joint venture between Stellantis + Samsung SDI said it did not stand in the way and recognized the union. Kokomo Tribune
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Fired Arts Studio at 111 W. Sycamore St. is hosting story time and pottery painting today at 11 a.m. for children 3 and older with required parental supervision—registration is needed with each child paying $20, seating is limited, and finished pottery will be ready to pick up in about a week. Kokomo Tribune
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Indiana Department of Veterans Affairs renewed its agreement with Rolling Thunder to keep revenue from POW/MIA license plates funding the Military Family Relief Fund that supports veterans and their families. Director Jake Adams said the partnership will help provide financial aid to those in need (confirming the state's commitment to veteran support). Giant.fm
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ At its 50th anniversary, 4C Health honored local leader — Hillary Hartoin — as Community Health Champion of 2025 for her work in mental healthcare and substance use prevention and treatment. Pharos-Tribune
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The guide offers ideas for celebrating Father’s Day in Kokomo with local cookouts, outdoor trails, and community events—ranging from backyard campouts to car shows—giving families many ways to make the day special for dad. The Kokomo Post
SPORTS NEWS
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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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