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Inmate Apprehended Following Escape from Road Crew
HOWARD COUNTY, Ind. – Michael C. Beeman, 50, was apprehended Monday afternoon after escaping from an inmate road crew and prompting a search involving the ... [FULL STORY] The post Inmate Apprehended Following Escape from Road Crew first appeared on Clinton County Daily News .
Nancy M. Byfield Finley
Nancy M. Byfield Finley, 99, Greentown, formerly of Leiters Ford, died on Thursday, Sept. 24, 2026, at Century Villa Health […]
Russiaville Health Fair Set for September 30
The Russiaville Community Outreach and Russiaville Lions Club will host a free Health Fair on Wednesday, September 30, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at ... [FULL STORY] The post Russiaville Health Fair Set for September 30 first appeared on Clinton County Daily News .
Kokomo Police Continue Search for Missing 17-Year-Old Nevaeh McKinney
On May 30th, 2026, 16-year-old Nevaeh E. McKinney (Kokomo) was reported as a runaway to the Kokomo Police Department. Nevaeh was last seen at her ... [FULL STORY] The post Kokomo Police Continue Search for Missing 17-Year-Old Nevaeh McKinney first appeared on Clinton County Daily…
Mitchell Tenpenny to Close Out Kokomo Summer Concert Series This Weekend
The 2026 Kokomo Summer Concert Series is going out with a country bang! Multi-platinum country artist Mitchell Tenpenny will headline the final free concert of the season this Saturday at Foster Park, with rising Nashville trio DELTONA opening the show.
Carroll County Comet
Published September 23Carroll Foundation staff member graduates from Mutz Philanthropic Leadership Institute
Emily Hemersbach, marketing and communications director at the Community Foundation serving Howard, Clinton and Carroll counties, has graduated from the 2026 John M. Mutz Philanthropic Leadership Institute, a statewide leadership program of Indiana Philanthropy Alliance.…
Nothing Bundt Cakes Is Officially Open in Kokomo: Here’s What You Need to Know
Nothing Bundt Cakes is officially open in Kokomo! From bite-sized Bundtinis and personal Bundtlets to full-size cakes, dozens of designs and even a Bundt Cake Truck, here’s everything you need to know about Kokomo’s newest sweet spot.
Governor Braun paves the way for economic, tourism growth in Kokomo through READI
KOKOMO – Indiana Governor Mike Braun today congratulated Kokomo on the completion of the $32.8 million Kokomo Conference Center and hotel, a new state-of-the-art venue...
FIRST LOOK: Inside Kokomo’s New Conference Center and Hilton Garden Inn
After years of planning and construction, Kokomo’s new Conference Center and connected Hilton Garden Inn are officially here.
Howard County Football Week 5 Preview and Predictions
Week 5 of the 2026 high school football season features another full slate of games for Howard County teams. With conference races tightening and Homecoming matchups on the schedule, several teams will look to build momentum and improve their standing. Here’s a look at the week’s…
Clinton County Foundation Staff Member Graduates from Mutz Philanthropic Leadership Institute
Emily Hemersbach, Marketing and Communications Director at the Community Foundation serving Howard, Clinton and Carroll Counties, has graduated from the 2026 John M. Mutz Philanthropic ... [FULL STORY] The post Clinton County Foundation Staff Member Graduates from Mutz…
Carroll County Comet
Published September 16JANE ANN BELL
Jane Ann Bell, 81, Cutler, passed away Thursday, September 10, 2026, at Waterford Place Health Campus in Kokomo. She was born September 24, 1944, in Forest, IN, the daughter of the late Garnet Thomas and Martha (Like) Thomas. On March 28, 1965, she married the love of her life,…