Saturday, October 11th, 2025
Good morning, Kokomo. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 11th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Kokomo Post invites residents to upload photos of their Halloween displays to be featured in its upcoming Halloween Display Guide — submissions will be accepted online — and the guide will showcase the community's festive creativity. The Kokomo Post
- ➤ Arianna Shanks-Hill, a 2022 Western High School grad, is leading the Block Party Project at Foster Park on Sunday—an event offering free resources, a balloon release, and a vigil for domestic violence survivors. The Gabby Project and the Family Service Association of Howard County are organizing the event to help residents of all ages connect and get assistance. Kokomo Tribune
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Mintage Hair & Makeup is a new beauty service in Kokomo run by local experts Sheila Lawson and Brittany Murphy who offer personalized color consultations and styling events inside Salon Suites. The business encourages clients to build confidence by matching color shades with personality—providing group sessions and bridal styling for a unique makeover experience. The Kokomo Post
- ➤ Morning Farmhouse offers a fresh breakfast experience in Kokomo after opening just over a week ago, owned by partners Jose Dorantes, Luis Hernández & their wives. The new restaurant at 1720 W Boulevard features a remodeled, cozy space with creative dishes and in-house coffee blends—drawing early fans to try its signature meals. The Kokomo Post
- ➤ Kayla Sager's Heritage Kingdom Children’s Boutique won $10,000 at The Drive pitch competition held Thursday evening at Ivy Tech Community College Kokomo Region’s Hingst Hall—part of a Greater Kokomo Economic Development Alliance program that brought local entrepreneurs together. Past winner Luke Talley also spoke about his success, adding inspiration to the event. Kokomo Lantern
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