Thursday, October 24th, 2024

Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Kokomo.
Good morning, Kokomo. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Kevin and Brenda Kelly, fervent Trump supporters, travel the U.S. selling Trump-themed merchandise and advocating for his presidency, reflecting the strong support for Trump in Indiana. Kokomo Tribune
- ➤ Sheriff Jerry Asher of Howard County shares crucial Halloween safety tips for trick-or-treaters in Kokomo, emphasizing the importance of safe costumes, visibility, and supervision. The Kokomo Post
- ➤ The Kokomo Tribune announces its annual turkey coloring contest for 2024, inviting submissions from children of all ages. Kokomo Tribune
- ➤ Kokomo hosts a variety of community events from October 3-5, including a screenless social, filmmakers meet-up, blood drive, hymn festival, dance, theater production, volleyball game, and a live concert. Kokomo Tribune
- ➤ Kokomo's weekly family fun guide highlights daily events for children and families from Oct. 28 to Nov. 3, including trunk-or-treat, STEM activities, a Nerf War, Trick-Or-Treating, pottery painting, a chess club, and trampoline jumping. The Kokomo Post
- ➤ Logan's Landing and the Elks Lodge #66 are organizing the Downtown Halloween Spooktacular, featuring candy distribution by over 20 businesses and a parade with a costume contest for children. Pharos-Tribune
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ UAW members in Kokomo are voting on strike authorization against Stellantis by the end of October over contractual disputes. Kokomo Lantern
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The Kokomo Post Kids enjoy Halloween activities focused on pumpkins, providing fun educational crafts and a pumpkin seed recipe for families. The Kokomo Post
- ➤ Kokomo, Indiana, presents an array of autumn-themed desserts, including s'mores macaroons and pumpkin spice lattes, inviting locals to indulge in the season's flavors. The Kokomo Post
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR This compact, easy-to-use rangefinder is packed with features like slope adjustment, flag-lock with vibration feedback, and a USB-C rechargeable battery. Lightweight and accurate, it’s a great choice for casual or beginner golfers looking for reliable performance. The Buy
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Kokomo.
-
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.
-
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.
-
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.
-
Howard County Reads Event with William Kent Krueger
Experience an engaging author talk with award-winning writer William Kent Krueger as he discusses his novel, 'The River We Remember'.
-
Indiana State Literacy Association Conference 2024
Engage in a day filled with enriching sessions, interactive workshops, and networking opportunities focused on advancing literacy skills.
-
Annual Christmas Open House at Cross America
Experience a festive holiday atmosphere filled with door prizes, sweet treats, discounts, and shopping opportunities at Cross America's annual Christmas Open House.
-
Shiny Penny Live Concert at Rhine Hall
Experience a live performance by Shiny Penny at the Rhine Hall Events in Kokomo.
-
Open House Event at 1012 N Apperson Way, Kokomo
Explore a newly renovated home featuring numerous updates including HVAC, roof, and flooring in a welcoming open house setting.
-
Field LIVE! Art Exhibition at IU Kokomo
Experience a vibrant exhibition showcasing student artworks featured in the latest edition of Field: A Journal of Arts and Sciences, complemented by live performances and readings.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.

A Budget-Friendly Golf Rangefinder with Premium Features
The REVASRI NK‑1000 rangefinder is a surprisingly capable option for golfers who want accuracy without spending a fortune.
Priced under $50, it includes features like slope adjustment, flag-lock with vibration feedback, and a rechargeable USB-C battery. Plus, it’s compact and lightweight, easily locks onto targets, and seamlessly switches between yards and meters. It’s a great pick for casual or new golfers looking for reliable performance at a wallet-friendly price point.
Bonus: Shop more top-rated and best-selling golf products.
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Kokomo.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Start with repetition, not perfection.
~ James Clear
About Daily Kokomo
Welcome to the Daily Kokomo, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Kokomo, Indiana community. If you like the Daily Kokomo, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Kokomo.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Kokomo and across Indiana. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Daily Kokomo
A free Kokomo community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.

© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailykokomo.com/sitemap