Bold flavors, colorful plates, and a festive atmosphere — Bandido’s Grill & Cantina brings the vibrant flavors to Kokomo. Offering generous portions, freshly made dishes, and an impressive lineup of margaritas and cocktails, Bandidos is the kind of place where every meal feels like a celebration. Whether you’re stopping in for a quick lunch or gathering with friends for a lively evening out, it’s a local favorite that delivers on flavor and fun.

Whether you’re looking to find the spookiest frights, to pick a pumpkin or two, discover some delicious apple cider or to get lost in a corn maze, we’ve got you covered with the ultimate fall activities, events and attractions happening in and around Kokomo. Add all of these to your fall bucket list!

This Week’s Game of the Week
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Western shocked Class 2A No. 2 Indianapolis Lutheran with a 46-14 statement win! 💥 The Panthers piled up 573 yards of offense — 469 on the ground — while holding Lutheran to just 15 total yards.

Levi Shoemaker opened the night with a 68-yard TD pass to Mason Conner, then broke loose for a 54-yard score of his own. Drew McKitrick dominated with 273 yards and 3 TDs, including a 95-yard sprint that left the crowd stunned.

Western (2-1) keeps the momentum rolling into next Friday’s matchup vs. Tipton. 🐾🏈

It’s time to cast your votes for your favorite Back-To-School Coloring Contest submissions!

Week 3 of high school football is here, and Howard County is fired up. Returning starters are stepping into bigger roles, teams are looking to rebound or extend streaks, and every game matters. Each week we will break down the matchups and make our picks—see if you can beat them.

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Eastern spoiled Northwestern’s Senior Night with a dominant 44-14 win. Isaiah Pickett powered the Comets with 3 rushing TDs, Gibson Eagle tossed 2 more scores, and Kaleb Hurt sealed the night with a 95-yard pick-six. Northwestern found the end zone twice, but Eastern’s defense set the tone from start to finish. Check out our photos from the game here.

Senior Night is always a special occasion, filled with recognition, family support, and lasting memories. For Northwestern’s girls soccer team, the night carried even more weight with county rival Kokomo in town.The Lady Tigers struck early and carried a 2-0 lead into halftime, setting the tone for the rest of the match. Kokomo looked to mount a comeback after the break, but Northwestern kept control and never let the momentum slip away. By the final whistle, Northwestern had secured a convincing 5-1 win, capping off a memorable Senior Night in style.

This edition of Kokomo Uncovered is all about Wrangler & Friends—home to the famous miniature pony Wrangler and his adorable crew. From riding lessons and camps to parties and events (yes, they can even come to you!), Wrangler & Friends is a one-of-a-kind Kokomo experience you don’t want to miss.

Week 2 of high school football is here, and Howard County is ready. Rivalries are heating up, players are stepping into bigger roles, and every game matters. Each week we’ll break down the matchups and make our picks—see if you can beat them.