Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 1st of November.
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🏘️ Community
The Salvation Army will distribute winter coats on November 3 and November 17 to help those in need as colder weather increases demand—officials say the event is planned to support local residents lacking warm clothing.
Local and national businesses offer Veterans Day deals on November 11 for veterans and active-duty military, featuring free meals, discounts on services and special promotions.
The Kokomo Post compiled a list from The Military Foundation to help veterans take advantage of these offers—guests must show valid ID.
🎓 Education
Michael Berry is featured as a Century Career Center intern; his parents—Tracey and David Berry—support his work as he learns real-world skills.
The Kokomo High School Class of 1965 will hold its reunion at 5 p.m. Tuesday at Half Moon Restaurant & Brewery on South Lafountain St. in Kokomo.
The Kokomo School Board will meet at 6 p.m. Monday at the Administrative Service Center — 1500 S.
Washington St. in Kokomo.
🏈 Sports
On October 31, city officials and team leaders announced on Facebook Live that the new collegiate summer baseball team is named the Kokomo Creek Chubs and will honor the local fish with navy blue, teal and silver colors—Joe Thatcher introduced Head Coach Jason Taulman and General Manager Matthew Howard as the team prepares for its inaugural season in summer 2026.
A new baseball team, the Creek Chubs (name announced Friday morning at the stadium), will occupy Kokomo Municipal Stadium next summer (a short promotional video was played over the jumbotron).
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