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Tuesday, October 1st, 2024
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Good morning, Kokomo. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 1st of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Howard County, once deemed a 'fastest-dying' area, has experienced population growth contrary to previous forecasts, attributed to quality of life improvements. Pharos-Tribune
- ➤ Peru, Indiana, businesswoman Nikki Nordman received the 2024 Ivy Tech Community College Distinguished Alumni Award for leveraging her education in business administration to significantly contribute to her local community through both her pizzeria and real estate career. Giant.fm
- ➤ The Society of St. Vincent de Paul, through its largest annual fundraiser, the Friends of the Poor Walk, raises funds to provide crucial assistance such as rent, utilities, and home furnishings to those in need within the community. Pharos-Tribune
- ➤ Dennine Smith steps down as executive director of Coordinated Assistance Ministries after nearly five years, as the organization searches for her successor. Kokomo Tribune
- ➤ A variety of community support and educational events, including a GriefShare recovery seminar, cemetery clean-off, parenting support group, sewing/quilting help session, mental health access day, free community band concert, art exhibition, legal aid clinic, and a Medicare information session are scheduled in Kokomo and surrounding areas from Sept. 28, 2024. Kokomo Tribune
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Kokomo is experiencing a significant housing boom with multiple developments underway, driven by population growth and the introduction of two electric vehicle battery plants. Kokomo Tribune
- ➤ The Drive, a business pitch competition in Kokomo, offers entrepreneurs a chance to win $10,000 and fosters local business growth by showcasing their ideas on Oct 3, 2024. The Kokomo Post
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Western School Corporation's Read-A-Thon raised $31,000, ensuring their Christmas assistance program is funded for the next three to four years. Kokomo Tribune
SPORTS NEWS
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Warrior Rhythm: Holistic Fitness Workshop
Experience the integration of emotional and physical balance through energy movements like Qui-Gong and Tai Chi, while exploring personal growth in managing emotions such as anger and fear.
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Ladies of Chippendale Solheim Cup Tournament
Experience a fun and competitive golf tournament open to all ladies at the Chippendale Golf Course with tee times starting at 1 PM.
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Vintage Ceramic Christmas Tree Painting Workshop
Experience the joy of creating your own heirloom ceramic Christmas tree with guidance from skilled staff at Fired Arts Studio.
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Kokomo Klash XVIII - Exciting Racing Event
Experience thrilling racing at Kokomo Speedway featuring Non Wing 410 Sprints, Thunder Cars, IMCA RaceSaver Sprint Cars, and more.
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Kendall Family Farm Seasonal Opening
Experience the fun of fall at Kendall Family Farm with a corn maze, pumpkin patch, and various family-friendly activities.
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Rural 1st Home Construction Workshop
Learn from experts about the homebuilding process, guiding you from initial planning to the finishing touches of your dream home.
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Gasworks Grand Opening Show Featuring Live Rock Music
Experience a vibrant night of live music with energetic performances from 'The Operators', 'Leather and Mace', and 'Stackhaus', along with food, drinks, and a $50 costume contest.
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Halloween Hustle 5K Family Run
Experience a fun and festive 5K race with family-friendly activities including a costume contest and post-race party at the Kokomo Family YMCA.
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Kokomo Community Concerts Featuring Jared Freiburg and The Vagabonds
Experience a nostalgic journey through the golden era of American music with performances of Rock & Roll, Blues, Country, and Jazz hits from the 1950s.
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