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Thursday, June 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Kokomo. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of June.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Tomorrow, June 6, Amber Jordan will open the new Kokomo Antique Mall at 121 W. Sycamore St. in downtown Kokomo, featuring over 60 vendors and a mix of classic and vintage items—renovations continue on the third floor to add more booths later this year—as the mall times its debut with the Strawberry Festival. Kokomo Lantern
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Angela Opsahl is the new dean of the School of Nursing and Allied Health Professions at IUK today (bringing 34 years of experience from IU Bloomington) and she will expand nursing, radiologic sciences and occupational therapy programs (her plan to support local health needs). Kokomo Lantern
- ➤ Ivy Tech Kokomo is accelerating its paramedic program—allowing students to graduate sooner and support local emergency services. The community college will implement the changes soon to better meet the growing need for trained paramedics in the area. Kokomo Tribune
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mayor Tyler Moore proclaimed June as Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month on June 2 with a small group of caregivers, advocates, and firefighters—many wore purple and displayed pinwheels at local sites to honor the cause. He urged citizens to support Alzheimer’s organizations as the disease continues to affect many residents. Kokomo Lantern
- ➤ The Emerald Green solar farm project for east Howard County cleared the plat committee with one dissenting vote and will go to the plan commission on Tuesday, June 17 at 5 p.m. County officials said the site plan approval is pending a stormwater permit due by June 9 and an economic development agreement with Engie—steps needed to finalize the project. Kokomo Lantern
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ 4C Health celebrated its 50th anniversary with an event in Howard County that launched its new Behavioral Health Champions awards. Dr. Teni Helmberger, Director of Student Support Services at Kokomo School Corporation, was honored as Educator Champion of the Year for 2025 for her work in supporting student mental health. Giant.fm
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Lady Panthers of Western shut out Yorktown 2-0 on Tuesday night to win the Regional 12 title in the IHSAA softball tournament, with Lucy George pitching a complete-game two-hitter and earning 11 strikeouts (this win marked their fourth straight shutout). They will face Mississinewa in the North Semistate semifinal at Twin Lakes (first pitch is set for 1 p.m.). The Kokomo Post
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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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