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Friday, July 25th, 2025
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Good morning, Kokomo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, August 5, 2025, Kokomo neighborhoods will join the 42nd Annual National Night Out to boost crime and drug prevention by locking doors and spending the evening with neighbors—some areas will hold cookouts. The event also features a drive-thru mobile food pantry at Kokomo Beach from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. provided by the Kokomo Police Department and Food Finders Food Bank. Kokomo Lantern
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On July 22 at 12:27 a.m. Deputy Lewis Duke stopped a blue Honda Civic near Sycamore Street and Berkley Road after a broken headlight led him to detect a marijuana odor, which resulted in arresting Sidney Brown for methamphetamine and marijuana possession, and at 1:32 a.m. a warrant executed at a North Dixon Road residence led to arresting Dakota Jourdan when deputies found a loaded handgun, multiple firearms, drugs, and unsecured items near two children — who were later released to a family member with Child Services notified. Kokomo Lantern
- ➤ On July 22 at 9:30 a.m., Kokomo police investigated an accident at the Markland and Berkley intersection— a white 2003 Hyundai Sonata left the scene with severe damage to its right rear passenger side—and investigators ask anyone with information to call Accident Investigator Greg Smith at 765-456-7017. Kokomo Lantern
- ➤ On July 22, 2025, KPD detectives executed a search warrant at 5 Star Discountz on South Main Street in Kokomo and arrested Martin Amir Wilson and Ryan Keith Bammerlin—charges include organized retail theft and corrupt business influence—with the investigation ongoing and additional arrests expected. Kokomo Lantern
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Kokomo Municipal Airport will begin the complete rehabilitation of runway 5/23 this summer—its closure starts on August 4 and lasts about 72 days as work is split into three phases to limit disruptions. Runway 14/32 will also face temporary closures from August 20 to September 4 with additional brief stoppages in late September and October. Kokomo Lantern
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The Coterie will host its 11th annual Brews on Buckeye event tomorrow from 5-10:30 p.m. downtown at 500 N. Buckeye St.—rain or shine, guests can enjoy cocktails, food from Hawg Heaven, Oscar's Pizza and The Radish, and unlimited beer, cider and mead samples from 6-10 p.m., with designated driver tickets for $15 and general admission for $50. Kokomo Tribune
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Western High School in Russiaville begins a new season under head coach Austin Colby — replacing last year's winless record. The Panthers are predicted to finish 5-4 as they face a challenging schedule this fall. 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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