Good morning, Kokomo.

A Kokomo woman—24-year-old Krystal Cherika Scott—received an 18-month federal prison sentence after pleading guilty to violating her supervised release for animal cruelty; her sentence includes 3 years of additional supervision, and investigators began looking into her case on June 20.

Howard County Prosecutor Mark McCann requested Indiana State Police investigate the officer-involved shooting on August 2 in the 2100 block of South Lafountain Street in Kokomo—30 year old U.S. Marine veteran and IU Kokomo student Jonahton Landis was killed—and said no officers were injured while further updates will be provided as the investigation continues.

Don Coy, a well-known tool and die maker and painter, is celebrating his 91st birthday today as the Logansport Art Association hosts a show displaying his paintings, books, handmade tools and miniatures—models of armaments.

Indiana University Kokomo is offering a new AIM microcredential program to help new residents learn basic English and American culture.

The in-person course Foundational English and American Culture (taught by Lori Bruns and Brandi Keith) begins September 2 and meets Tuesdays from 6 to 8 p.m. until October 28 for up to 15 learners at a cost of $250.

The Indiana Department of Transportation announced that southbound U.S. 31 in Kokomo will close starting August 14 for concrete pavement repairs between the State Road 931 interchanges, with work expected to finish by mid-October.

Drivers on southbound U.S. 31 should take the detour on State Road 931 — drivers on southbound U.S. 35 should use the detour along State Road 18 and State Road 13.

Kokomo is ranked 14th in the 5A preseason poll and the Wildkats will host top-ranked New Palestine for the season opener on August 22—the game is set to be played in Kokomo.

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.

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.

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.

Kokomo Sports Card Show

9 AM – 3 PM — Kokomo Shriner's Club — Free entry — Discover a treasure trove of new and vintage sports cards and memorabilia.