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Kokomo, Indiana Patch AM: a 4 min read

Cheers Kokomo! We’re back, helping you stay up to date with what’s happening. Let's take on the day together! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Kokomo economic panel sees a changing challenge for local workers
  • Why is Carvana listed at Kokomo City Hall?
  • IU Kokomo’s Haley Blackburn earns a spot at cross country nationals

Also on today's calendar: Basketball (Girls V) at Kokomo High School and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: What are the two sides of a circle? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: A couple of afternoon showers, with a high of 64 and low of 40 degrees.
  • Thursday: Cooler with a few showers, temps: high: 48, low: 32.
  • Friday: A rain or snow shower, with a high of 41 and low of 30 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. IU business experts discuss factors in 2027 economy at Futurecast (iu.edu) — At IU Kokomo’s economic outlook forum Tuesday, panelists forecast continued growth in 2027 while warning that changing job requirements could challenge employers and workers. Community First Bank executive Bob Hickman said local workforce concerns have shifted from labor shortages toward technical skills gaps, while other speakers explored how AI could reshape work.
   

2. Closed sign, open door: Carvana's phantom Google listings still let users click their way to national site (dealershipguy.com) — A Carvana Google listing at Kokomo City Hall’s address was marked temporarily closed as of November 9, but still linked shoppers to the company’s website. It is among more than 100 listings at non-Carvana addresses carrying that label nationwide, according to CDG News. Carvana and Google had not responded to requests for comment.
   

3. Rio women run to RSC championship (rioredstorm.com) — Indiana University Kokomo runner Haley Blackburn has qualified individually for the NAIA women’s cross country national championship, set for November 20 in Vancouver, Washington. She earned her spot at the River States Conference meet in Terre Haute, where Rio Grande won its second consecutive women’s team title.
   

4. VPD makes another arrest in Jaylon Walker murder case (vicksburgpost.com) — Police in Vicksburg, Mississippi, announced a fifth arrest in Jaylon Walker’s killing, a case that brought two earlier arrests in Kokomo. Jamarrious Hamilton, 22, faces murder and conspiracy charges. Of the two men arrested in Kokomo in February, Quintin Wilson was released in June because prosecutors cited insufficient evidence to hold him.
   

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💬 Chatter

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  • This is an excellent idea.
    Plastic moving boxes. They rent plastic totes. They deliver and pick up. Dolly recommended. https://cratemorespace.com/?fbclid… (Nextdoor N Washington St)
  • Hey guys, my name is ellah sweet and i was looking to see if anyone in the area would be looking for a part time babysitter/nanny!
    I am 18 years old with experience of babysitting. I am a licensed medical assistant and a licensed aesthetician. I also know how to give CPR and… (Nextdoor Markland & Washington St)
  • Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. posted a job opening for Animal Care Supervisor in Kokomo. Apply here.
  • Red Lobster posted a job opening for Dishwasher in Kokomo. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Kokomo here.

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What are the two sides of a circle?" — The inside and the outside ! (Thank you James M. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Kokomo

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.

Stay in the loop with what's happening in Kokomo

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.