š± How IU Kokomo students are getting a six-week jump on college
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In today's newsletter:
- How IU Kokomo students are getting a six-week jump on college
- Remember when Obama and Biden grabbed lunch with Kokomo firefighters?
Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the Doctor ? š¤ (Answer below!)
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- Thursday: Humid with a thunderstorm, with a high of 78 and low of 66 degrees.
- Friday: Humid with a thunderstorm, temps: high: 83, low: 66.
- Saturday: Humid with a t-storm in spots, with a high of 82 and low of 62 degrees.
š° News we're reading
ā¢ Groups Scholars offers head start to college success (iu.edu) ā Indiana University Kokomo is giving first-year students a major head start through its six-week Groups Scholars program, which includes classes, a success seminar, and a $500 scholarship plus a laptop. Local and regional students, including several from Kokomo, are building friendships, learning campus resources, and easing the transition into college life with extra academic, financial, and social support. 
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ā¢ 18 Presidential Meals From Decades Past in Photos (cheapism.com) ā Kokomo makes a cameo in this photo-driven look at presidential meals, recalling Barack Obama and Joe Bidenās 2010 lunch with local firefighters after touring the cityās fire department. The broader piece traces how presidents have used dinners, banquets, and casual stops nationwide to connect with communities, practice diplomacy, and shape their public image over the decades. Ā Ā Ā
šø Around Kokomo
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Upcoming Events in
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Picture Day
Central Middle School Student Commons
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Picture Day @CMS
Central Middle School Kokomo, IN 46901
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Central PTA
Central Middle School Central Student Commons
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National Honor Society induction event
Kokomo High School Auditorium
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BTE @ University
Kokomo School Corporation Kokomo, IN 46901
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Freshman Class Presentations
Kokomo School Corporation Auditorium
7:30 am
Monday August 10
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š Events Nearby
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The Sweet Lillies ā
The Coterie, 107 W Sycamore St #2, Kokomo
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Davey and The Midnights ā
Riverwalk Stage, Industrial Heritage Trail, Kokomo
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Wednesday Meeting ā
Cross America, Inc., 840 Daniel Dr KokFVVV+G9, Kokomo
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Hamilton Heights at Western ā
Western High School, 2600 County Rd South 600 W, Russiaville
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Elliottās Custom Trailers & Carts Sprint Car SmackdownXV ā
Kokomo Speedway, 2455 N Davis Rd, Kokomo
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Bubble Bath Play dough ā
Tipton County Public Library Windfall Branch, 109 McClellan St, Windfall
4:30 pm
Friday August 14
Saturday August 15
Wednesday August 19
Wednesday August 26
Friday August 28
Tuesday September 22
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š¬ Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Hi everyone!
Iām Kristine Mateo and youāll usually find me walking my dog out for a run/at the community garden]. Hoping to join in on events and meet more of youā¦ (Nextdoor Western Woods/Dixon Place) - Does anyone sell fresh flowers from their home?
Wedding on Friday and I need a few small bouquets. (Nextdoor SE Kokomo)
- Trilogy Health Services, LLC posted a job opening for Activity Assistant in Kokomo. Apply here.
- Checkers & Rally's - Checkers Drive-In Restaurants, Inc. posted a job opening for Team Member Kokomo in Kokomo. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Kokomo here.
š Nearby News
Peru
- Wrong way driver crash on US 24 injures three (yournewslocal.com)
- August 5, 2026 ā Joan's Rome (wordpress.com)
- Sam Alexis Confirms Return to Indiana for 2026-27 Season, Giving Hoosiers a Major Frontcourt Boost (1010wcsi.com)
Logansport
- Mayor of Logansport announces appointment of Deputy Mayor Ā· (casscountyonline.com)
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Because he felt CRUMMY ! (Thank you Michelle S. for sending it in!)
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