Friday, November 7th, 2025
Good morning, Kokomo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 7th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Kokomo is hosting First Friday Shop and Stroll today from 5:30-8 p.m. — the event offers family-friendly discounts, live music, public art and mini horses from Anna’s Acres on the courthouse square — while after-hours activities for those 21 and older begin at 8 p.m. Kokomo Tribune
- ➤ The Duke Energy Foundation announced more than $207,000 to help Indiana nonprofits address hunger as colder weather nears—seven groups in north central Indiana are among those receiving the funds. Pharos-Tribune
- ➤ The City of Kokomo announced the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile will join the 2025 Kokomo Christmas Parade on December 6 at 5:30 p.m. downtown, where thousands of locals will enjoy festive floats and marching bands as the holiday season begins. The Kokomo Post
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Wings Etc. Grill and Pub will offer a free entrée valued up to $13.99 to active duty military and veterans on November 11 at its Indiana locations—proof of service is required and the offer applies only to dine-in orders. Giant.fm
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Jane Pauley Community Health Center said November is American Diabetes Month and urged residents to get early testing as nearly 12 percent may be affected by diabetes, which costs Indiana $6.5 billion each year—integrated care and early treatment can help prevent serious complications. Kokomo Lantern
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