Kokomo Local News – Saturday, May 30th, 2026

Daily Kokomo

Saturday, May 30th, 2026

Good morning, Kokomo. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 30th of May.

COMMUNITY NEWS

➤ Ree-Ree's Place, Inc. is hosting a Violence Memorial Fundraiser today at VFW Post 1152, 920 N. Washington St. from 6 to 10 p.m.—the event offers food, music, and a 50/50 raffle to support families affected by community violence. Kokomo Tribune

BUSINESS NEWS

➤ Merrell Bros. Inc. will expand its facility in Kokomo (City of Firsts) and add 35 high-wage jobs by the end of 2028, state officials said. Pharos-Tribune

GOVERNMENT NEWS

➤ The Indiana Department of Transportation announced alternating lane closures will begin on State Road 26 in Russiaville for paving from June 1 through the first week of August. Flaggers will direct traffic between County Road 870 W and 3rd Street, and intermittent sidewalk closures may occur. Giant.fm

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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