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Thursday, December 12th, 2024
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Good morning, Kokomo. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Kokomo offers a variety of festive activities for the holiday season, including free admission to the Seiberling Mansion and numerous family-friendly events around the city. The Kokomo Post
- ➤ Kokomo and surrounding areas offer a variety of holiday events including plays, concerts, sports, and family-friendly activities with some events being free and others requiring ticket purchase. Kokomo Tribune
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An Indianapolis woman, Ashton D. Allen, was arrested for allegedly kidnapping an individual, with charges including kidnapping and battery, after police intervention. Kokomo Tribune
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Small business optimism surged to its highest level since June 2021, driven by expectations of favorable economic policy changes. Giant.fm
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Ivy Tech Community College in Peru, Indiana, introduced a dual credit smart manufacturing program, equipping students with industry-relevant skills and opportunities for future employment in high-tech manufacturing. Kokomo Tribune
- ➤ Ivy Tech Logansport receives a $2,500 grant from the Circle of Ivy to enhance support for multicultural students aiming to accelerate their college education and integrate into community service. Pharos-Tribune
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Kokomo approves a $2.985 million forgivable loan for The Elwood housing project, utilizing a new TIF district for financing. Kokomo Tribune
- ➤ Indiana reintroduces a waitlist for new applicants to the Child Care Development Fund and On My Way Pre-K voucher programs due to rising enrollment and efforts to improve access to quality child care. Giant.fm
- ➤ Howard County approves $2.2 million from economic development income tax funds to purchase 48 acres for a new jail construction, aiming to address overcrowding and facility conditions. Kokomo Tribune
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