KOKOMO, Ind. — Transfer students now have a clear pathway to an Indiana University degree, thanks to a new agreement with Ivy Tech Community College.Effective June 1, Ivy Tech associate-level graduates from across Indiana are guaranteed admission, based on select provisions, into certain pro…
With Indiana entering stage four of a plan to reopen the state on June 14, waterparks will be given the green light to open, and Kokomo Beach will be doing just that.
The Kokomo-Howard County Public Library has some exciting news: Effective immediately, overdue fines will not accrue on books classified as juvenile, junior high, or young adult – no matter what the age of the person checking out the materials.
The COVID-19 pandemic created particular difficulty for one of Howard County’s correctional facilities.
INDIANAPOLIS — In the hours after the Indiana Supreme Court Disciplinary Commission suspended Attorney General Curtis Hill for groping four women at a legislative party, there was speculation as to how Gov. Eric Holcomb would respond.
When the COVID-19 restrictions closed schools and salons, some students at Summit Salon were just a hair short of graduating the cosmetology school.
The Indiana State Department of Health reported today two more deaths from COVID-19 in Howard County.
Life has changed a lot since the pandemic started for 67-year-old Anthony Willis, but last week he took what he considered to his first step toward normalcy – and maybe even a first date.
This is a commentary I should have written long ago. Several years ago, my wife, Connie, and I attended an estate sale for one of the principles of We Care. The estate sale was essentially like any other with one exception.
Although siblings Jake Cooper and McKenzie Cooper both missed out on having a regular college signing at Eastern High School due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the two didn’t let that stop them from having a signing at their own home.
A new docuseries will spotlight toy store owners around the world as they deal with the effects of coronavirus and work to adjust, evolve, and stay afloat – and Kokomo Toys & Collectibles will be one of the stores featured.
Cases of COVID-19 now are being reported at multiple area nursing homes, potentially endangering one of the most at-risk populations during the pandemic, and an outbreak of 50 cases has occurred at one local nursing home.
The Kokomo-Howard County Public Library will reopen starting on Tuesday, May 26.
The Indiana State Department of Health reported today 297 cases of COVID-19 in Howard County, along with one additional death. Now, 12 residents have died from the virus.
Purdue Extension announced May 15 that county 4-H fairs can occur after the Purdue University restrictions on face-to-face events end June 30.
The Indiana State Department of Health reported today 23 more cases of COVID-19 in Howard County, bringing the total to 285.
The Kokomo Police Department hired two lateral police officers who both have four years of law enforcement experience at another police agency.
The Kokomo-Howard County Public Library now is offering faxing and printing services.
The Indiana State Department of Health reported another COVID-19 death in Howard County, marking the second death this week, for a total of 11 local deaths resulting from the virus.
Local small businesses and nonprofits can now utilize the state's new online marketplace to request personal protective equipment.
The Indiana State Department of Health today reported one more COVID-19 death in Howard County, bringing the total to 10 residents who have died from the virus.
In the third year of offering activities aimed at expanding knowledge in the areas of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, FCA and Ivy Tech Community College are planning STEM summer camps for area students in a new format for 2020.
Howard County Veterans Memorial Corp. has been surprising essential employees with a little token of appreciation.
Although Purdue University is unable to hold its traditional spring commencement, the university will be hosting a Commencement On-Demand event.
The Northwoods League continues to closely monitor the developments related to COVID-19 and the different ways in which each sub-region in the Northwoods League is responding.
Large-scale COVID-19 testing for Hoosiers began last week in Indiana with 20 sites opening around the state, and this week, 30 more sites will open, including one in Howard County.
Applications being taken for funding; deadline is May 26
The Kokomo Senior Citizens Center, with the help of the city bus system, has been delivering Area 5 meals to seniors during the COVID-19 shutdown.
After sending the last article to the Kokomo Perspective, it has been difficult to choose topics for the month of May.
Indiana University Kokomo will applaud the achievements of the class of 2020 at a virtual recognition ceremony.
Community Howard Regional Health’s Behavioral Health Services announced it has established a free, non-crisis support and resource phone line, Community CARE Line, to help meet a variety of needs for individuals and families during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The start of 2020 included a spate of homicides in Kokomo, logging nearly as many such deaths in the first quarter as normally can be expected in an entire year.
Ivy Tech Community College Kokomo Service Area – which includes campuses and instructional sites in Kokomo, Logansport, and Peru – will celebrate the graduating class of 2020 with a “virtual commencement” set to premiere on YouTube at 3 p.m. June 19.
Without access to the YMCA facilities during the COVID-19 pandemic, instructor Rachel Anthony started a private group on Facebook to live-stream her classes for any members or non-members who request to join.
It appears the city still is identifying recipients of its COVID-19 forgivable loan program, and as that process has played out, some unexpected developments have occurred.
The Indiana State Department of Health has chosen Kokomo to host one of its 50 COVID-19 Optum testing sites.
The Greentown Public Library has set a tentative reopening plan for adult patrons.
When Legacy Barn opened in 2015 as the latest event venue in Howard County, the community took notice.
Although Western sophomore Pete Bradshaw was unable to compete in a 5k held annually in Indianapolis, that didn’t stop him from completing his own race earlier this month.
Before the COVID-19 pandemic hit, Kokomo Rescue Mission’s three shelters already were normally full. Once social distancing guidelines went into play, things got tougher for those helping provide shelter for the area’s homeless population.
When the coronavirus pandemic hit and nursing homes were making headlines as outbreaks infected residents, the family of Mickey Hart was justifiably concerned.
The Indiana State Department of Health reported today four more cases of COVID-19 in Howard County, bringing the total to 260.
Amid social distancing and virtual services, the congregation at Second Missionary Baptist Church found a way to show their pastor appreciation.
As Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) prepares to resume its North American manufacturing operations, the company has developed and is implementing a program of enhanced safety measures to protect employees, their families, and the surrounding communities from the spread and transmission of COV…
The Kokomo-Howard County Public Library has reinstated its homebound delivery service.
Cases of COVID-19 continue to be reported in Howard County, with 14 more cases being reported since yesterday, bringing the total to 256.
The Indiana State Department of Health today reported eight additional cases of COVID-19 in Howard County, bringing the total to 242.
The Indiana State Department of Health today reported nine more cases of COVID-19 in Howard County, bringing the total to 234.
The Kokomo-Howard County Public Library is making the tax forms available to patrons at locations.
State Journal beat reporters Colten Bartholomew and Todd Milewski break down the news around Badgers sports.
On Monday, June 1, President Trump planned to address the nation and then visit a nearby church. A large group of protesters were in his way.
A Florida police department has launched an internal investigation after a video surfaced on social media showing a Sarasota police officer kneeling on a man's neck during an arrest. CNN affiliate WFTS reports.
A novel technology, which is increasing the speed and scale of archeological discoveries, has now revealed the earliest and largest ceremonial structure ever built by the Maya -- covering more ground than the Great Pyramid at Giza, Egypt.
Houston Rockets guard/forward Thabo Sefolosha, a victim of police brutality himself, opens up about George Floyd's death.
While the US is still seeing some 20,000 daily new Covid-19 cases, countrywide protests following George Floyd's death may result in a further rise in cases. CNN's Nick Watt reports.
Flood watches have been issued for central and south Florida as well as portions of Louisiana due to tropical moisture being funneled into the regions ahead of tropical storm Cristobal. CNN Meteorologist Derek Van Dam has the forecast and latest track for the storm.
Former Minneapolis Police officer Derek Chauvin and three other former officers on scene during George Floyd's death are now in custody as protests continue across the US. CNN's Miguel Marquez reports.
Volkswagen AG is an automotive giant that has far reaching tentacles across the globe. The German automaker has a full stable of brands, some of which are household names, others are less known. Many readers might be hard-pressed to name all of them. Unsurprisingly, several have German roots, starting with the namesake Volkswagen brand sold
Don’t get me wrong: I love new cars. Over the years, I’ve been asked many times which is best car I’ve ever driven, and my answer has always been: “The next one.” The auto industry’s ability to recreate, reinvent, and reimagine the automobile, while working within the most exacting regulatory framework applied to any mainstream
