Good morning, Kokomo.

On Monday, August 25, McGonigal Buick GMC partnered with the Red Cross in Kokomo to host a community blood drive that collected donations able to save 63 lives—its sister Button Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram held five similar drives in the past two years.

Site work is underway for a new Chick-fil-A in Kokomo as construction begins today on the restaurant that has long been rumored; local builders say the project will progress quickly—though no opening date has been announced.

The Kokomo Summer Concert Series returns tomorrow at Foster Park Performing Arts Pavilion as Andy Frasco & The U.N. and Fresh Hops perform a free all-ages show starting at 6 p.m.—Coterie sponsors the event and visitors should bring their own chair or blanket.

The Kokomo Park Band will celebrate Labor Day weekend with a free concert titled 'The G.O.A.T.' at 7 p.m. Sunday at Highland Park Stage—sponsored by Encompass Credit Union and held near the covered bridge.

The City of Kokomo closed West Jefferson Road on August 28 for sewer construction while warning that South Main Street will be closed on Sept.

2 for two days and Mohr Drive will have one lane for three days as repair work continues — weather permitting. Residents should plan alternate routes during these closures.

Howard County high school football will heat up Friday night as teams face key matchups, and Kokomo struggles with injuries after a tough loss while rivals like Eastern and Western prepare for competitive play — local reporters will cover the evening action closely.

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.