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Tuesday, July 22nd, 2025
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Good morning, Kokomo. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 22nd of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Denise Shue — a local beekeeper at the Honey House in western Howard County — said she is spreading the pollination gospel while working with other beekeepers to boost crop pollination. Kokomo Tribune
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A male inmate at Howard County Jail attempted suicide and was taken to a local hospital after correctional officers began CPR around 2:30 p.m. Saturday (his condition remains unknown) while Detective Shaffer investigates the case. Giant.fm
- ➤ Attorney General Todd Rokita warned residents today that scammers impersonating local police are using caller ID spoofing to demand fines and threaten arrest — so anyone receiving these calls should hang up and contact their police department using a verified number. Giant.fm
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Makenzie Bashore was crowned Kokomo’s Rising Star on July 18 at Rhine Hall when over 100 fans, friends and family attended the singing competition—she impressed judges with her unique Radiohead Creep rendition while runner-up J'Lan Stewart and other finalists also gave strong performances in an event that raised funds for full-year music scholarships. Kokomo Lantern
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ 911 dispatcher Blake Mendenhall was honored with the Indiana Sheriff's Association Life Saving Award at a conference in French Lick for his quick action during a medical emergency on January 23rd at 5:35 a.m. He gave CPR instructions that helped dispatch fire and medics (including Kokomo Fire Department Engine 4 and Ascension St. Vincent crews) and saved a patient who is now recovering. Giant.fm
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The fifth annual Alliance All-Star Game was held at Kokomo High School where 40 top softball players competed and drew a lively crowd. The National team won 6-1 after strong pitching and early offense—this game also kicked off the Alliance Fastpitch Championship Series for 14U, 16U and 18U teams. The Kokomo Post
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Comic & Toy Show
10 AM – 4 PM — Markland Mall — Free entry — Celebrate pop culture with vendors offering anime, toys, and comics.
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Back To School Sneaker Ball
3-6 p.m. — Kemper Center — Free entry — Celebrate back to school with music, food, games, and a sneaker-themed dance party.
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The Looking Up Tour
7-9 p.m. — Kokomo, IN — General admission tickets available — Experience Sidewalk Prophets live with hits and new music on their nationwide tour.
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CK Racing Back to School 5k
9 AM – 1 PM — Jackson Morrow Park — Supports local teachers and students — A family fun run/walk to kick off the school year.
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