Monday, December 9th, 2024

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Good morning, Kokomo. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 9th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The 52nd annual We Care Telethon raised $324,347.78 for local nonprofits in Howard County, with significant contributions from a bid war for a Hope Doll and donations from community businesses. Kokomo Tribune
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The 'Teddy Bear Townhouse,' a miniature Victorian-inspired dollhouse created by the late artist Judith Ligon, is now displayed at the Kokomo Art Association's Artworks Gallery, offering a legacy tribute to Ligon's artistry and family. Kokomo Tribune
- ➤ Madelyn Duncan, a Belmont University student from Kokomo, will perform in the widely accessible 'Christmas at Belmont' concert alongside over 600 participants, which will feature special guest alumni and air on Prime Video. Kokomo Tribune
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Several school boards in the Kokomo area, including Kokomo, Peru, Eastern, Tipton, Taylor, and Northwestern, are scheduled to meet this week to discuss school calendars and appoint a new member among other topics. Kokomo Tribune
- ➤ Six Indiana University alumni were honored for their service and achievements, including receiving the IUK Chancellor’s Medallion and induction into the IU Kokomo Alumni Hall of Fame. Kokomo Tribune
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Western Panthers defeated the Northwestern Tigers 51-36 in the Kokomo Post Sports Game of the Week. The Kokomo Post
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A Christmas Carol at Curtain Call Theatre for Children
This theatrical production of 'A Christmas Carol' will be held at Curtain Call Studio in Kokomo, featuring performances from Thursday to Sunday.
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Roadie & Jaik Willis: Live Music Event at The Coterie
Enjoy an evening of live music featuring Roadie, a talented collective from Louisville, and Jaik Willis, a one-man band known for his unique multi-instrumentalist performances.
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