Good morning, Kokomo.

Taylor School Corp will host a coat drive and Community Thanksgiving Dinner for local residents, confirmed by Superintendent Steve Dishon.

Local public health and housing leaders are planning meal assistance starting in November to counter a food crisis brought on by a $1.9 million SNAP benefit suspension—officials shared these details this week.

The Kokomo Post and CrossFit Kokomo will host a 24-hour Veterans Day fundraiser to support Jackson Street Commons, which helps homeless and at-risk veterans—this event honors local service members and their sacrifice.

Charlotte is a 4-year-old spayed cat who loves to be petted and is fully vetted for adoption.

Residents can see her by appointment or at rural King on the second or fourth Saturday of each month.

Local baker Yennefer Brumley placed in the top 10 at the World Food Championships after long lines at the Kokomo Farmers' Market on Saturday mornings showed her homemade treats are in high demand + her success boosts her growing reputation in our local business scene.

Today, Century Career Center featured intern Natalie Contreras who is working with mentors Princessa Rennewanz and Memi Rennewanz—supported by her parents, Angie and Oliverio Contreras.

City crews in Kokomo will begin picking up fallen leaves on Nov.

3 from the south side—moving north until weather stops work. Officials said the plan comes as temperatures drop and leaves fall across the city.

Organ Fairchild Concert

9 PM — The Coterie — $5 — Enjoy a night of live music with Organ Fairchild at The Coterie.

Friendsgiving Buffet

11 AM – 2 PM — Elite Event Center — Enjoy good company and delicious homemade food at a festive buffet.