Kokomo Local News – Monday, October 13th, 2025

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Monday, October 13th, 2025

Good morning, Kokomo. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 13th of October.

EDUCATION NEWS

➤ The Indiana University Kokomo Observatory hosted a free open house on Sunday that focused on microbial life on Mars—drawing local residents to learn about space research. Kokomo Tribune
➤ Kokomo Grain, marking its 75th anniversary, donated $75K to Ivy Tech Community College Kokomo to fund a new computer lab for agriculture and automotive tech—demonstrating its long history of support through hosting interns and ties with former trustee President Scot Ortman. This donation highlights the company's ongoing commitment to local education. Kokomo Tribune

SPORTS NEWS

➤ Marching bands from Taylor and Western high schools will compete at the Bands of America Super Regional Championship in Indianapolis on October 24-25, joining bands from 11 states. The event will let high school bands showcase their skills as they vie for top honors. Kokomo Tribune

KOKOMO EVENTS

EVENTS

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KOKOMO REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE

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KOKOMO JOB BOARD

JOB BOARD

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KOKOMO ANNOUNCEMENTS

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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