Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 26th of August.
Good morning, Kokomo.
On August 23, the fifth annual Cpl.
Humberto Sanchez Memorial Honor Ride was held at Old Style Sixth Street Inn — community members gathered to honor his service and legacy. Organizers said the ride served as a respectful tribute to the Marine's dedication.
The Friends of the Kokomo-Howard County Public Library will host a trivia fundraiser on Sept.
18 at Bel Air Events with doors opening at 5:30 p.m. and dinner starting soon after 6 p.m. — the event will include a silent auction, cash bar and prizes for winning teams.
A survey by Chamberlin/Dunn LLC on behalf of the Indiana Fiscal Policy Institute shows that many Hoosier employers face challenges in offering on-the-job training to students and adult learners due to a lack of time, capacity — or funds.
The study, which surveyed 348 employers across 62 counties and 17 industries, reveals that both small and large businesses struggle to support work-based learning programs.
4C Health launched Recovery Days of Service events across seven counties — Cass, Fulton, Howard, Miami, Pulaski, Tipton and White — to honor recovery and bring communities together.
The events, scheduled for the coming weeks, will include volunteer projects, resource fairs and awareness activities for residents to join.
Gloria Yoder wrote her Amish Cook column today—explaining how she and the children adopted a new kitten while recalling her childhood love for counting kittens.
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.
TreeHouse! Live Performance
8-11 p.m. — The Coterie — Free cover — Experience a high-energy reggae jam rock performance filled with conscious lyrics and tropical grooves.
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