Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 18th of June.
Good morning, Kokomo.
The seventh annual Juneteenth Jubilee is scheduled from noon to 8 p.m. Saturday on downtown Kokomo square.
The free celebration will feature the Best of Kokomo Food Competition and the Breaking Chains Award.
Residents expressed concern over a proposed carbon capture project near the historic Strole family farm — now run by Susan Strole-Kos, who vowed to continue the legacy — as a local fertilizer company maintains the project is safe.
Western Panthers won the 2026 IHSAA Class 3A sectional title — stopping the Northwestern Tigers' run in a May 30 semifinal and beating West Lafayette 9-5.
The team finished 26-3 but lost 2-1 to DeKalb in the regional round.
At Kokomo ballpark from June 11 to 14, the Creek Chubs split a four-game homestand, losing twice to Cape Catfish then winning two games over Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp using the 10-run rule.
Sunday Superhero Night delighted local families with photos & fun with comic characters.
Kokomo Creek Chubs vs. Terre Haute Rex
7:05-10:05 p.m. — Kokomo Municipal Stadium — Tickets starting at $28 — Experience a thrilling baseball match in Kokomo with the Kokomo Creek Chubs taking on the Terre Haute Rex.
Katie D & The Bluegills Live Performance
9 p.m. — The Coterie — Free Show — Experience a lively evening with Katie D & The Bluegills in a vibrant venue.
Kokomo Fourth of July Celebration
6 PM — Highland Park — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with fireworks and festive activities at Highland Park.
Davey and The Midnights Live
9:00 PM — The Coterie — Free show — Dance the night away with cosmic boogie tunes and Americana vibes.
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