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June 2019

Tue
25
Jun

Humboldt blanks Algona, 7-0

Submitted by admin on Tue, 06/25/2019 - 6:49am

Humboldt shortstop Jori Hajek makes the tag on an opposing base runner at second base in a varsity softball game earlier this month. Independent photo by Phil Monson.

Ellie Jacobson struck out 17 Algona batters and allowed one hit to lead the Humboldt softball team over Algona, 7-0, Friday night (June 28) in Algona. The North Central Conference victory moved Humboldt moved to 22-2 overall, 8-1 in conference play. Kyah Arnold, Carlie Thompson and Jori Hajek each had two hits for Humboldt.

Humboldt downs Webster City, 5-3
The Humboldt softball team picked up a key conference win at Webster City Wednesday night, turning back the Lynx 5-3. Jacobson pitched a 3-hitter and Mady Lange went 3-for-3 at the plate to power the Wildcats, who totaled five hits.

Wildcat girls pound Pocahontas Area, 13-0
Humboldt had no trouble in pounding Pocahontas Area, 13-0 in three innings Tuesday night (June 25) at Pocahontas. Jori Hajek drove in four runs and Ellie Jacobson knocked in two runs to power the Wildcats. Jacobson pitched all three innings and allowed one hit.

Mon
24
Jun

BREAKING NEWS: E-911 service now restored on landlines

Submitted by admin on Mon, 06/24/2019 - 4:44pm

The Humboldt County Sheriff's Office has alerted residents that 911 service is once again working for landline phones in the county, as of 9:10 a.m. Tuesday, June 25.

The Humboldt County Sheriff's Office is reporting that the 911 outage in Humboldt County for customers using a landline telephone is now over and service has been restored. The department reported at 9:10 a.m. on Tuesday, June 25.
At 4 p.m. on Monday, June 24, the HCSO reported that 911 was temporarily inoperable for landline telephones with pre-fixes of 332, 373, 378, 379, 604, and 824. The department urged residents to call 911 on their cell phones or call (515) 332-2600 to report emergencies.
Again, 911 landline service has been restored in the county.

Thu
20
Jun

June 20, 2019

Thu
20
Jun

Council approves downtown project with Sande Construction

Submitted by admin on Thu, 06/20/2019 - 12:05am

Humboldt City Council members Joel Goodell (left) and John Sleiter (right) had diverging viewpoints on how much was an appropriate amount to spend to improve the city's main street. Humboldt Independent file photos.

By KENT THOMPSON
The Humboldt City Council on Tuesday approved the 2019-20 Downtown Revitalization Project with Sande Construction and Supply Co. of Humboldt in the amount of $1,356,827.84.
The approval came via a 3-1 pro vote on the part of the Humboldt City Council. Voting to approve the project were Council members John Sleiter, Jim Myers and Kirk Whittlesey. Ward 3 Council member Joel Goodell voted no.
Goodell made a vociferous plea as to why he thought the city council should re-evaluate the project and rebid.
“When I saw the engineer’s estimate I was squeamish, and then disappointed when we only had two bids. This is one of the largest projects we have taken on, and I don’t feel good about it. I’m not comfortable with the bids or the change orders. This a contentious issue with the public and I can’t wrap my head around this,” Goodell said of the spending for the project.

Thu
20
Jun

Council approves $5,000 for Humota

Submitted by admin on Thu, 06/20/2019 - 12:04am

Country music performer Jason Brown and his band held their concert inside Rustix Restaurant in Humboldt last Saturday (June 15) after thunderstorms forced the outdoor concert inside. The event was a fundraiser for the Humota Theater. Independent photo by Phil Monson.

By KENT THOMPSON
Mutual appreciation was shared and in the end, another gift from the city of Humboldt to the Humota Movie Group, the non-profit entity running the Humota Theater.
Humota Movie Group President Chad Theesfeld spoke to the Humboldt City Council on Monday night, reporting on last Saturday’s Humota fundraiser concert with Jason Brown and Neil Hewitt.
While the weather forced a location change and definitely put a damper on a pre-summer outdoor concert, Theesfeld said things went as well as expected given the circumstances and the Board was pleased with the amount of funds raised and the community support.
Between pre-concert donations, ticket sales and other funds raised Saturday, the local group took in just shy of $56,000.
Theesfeld said the amount should carry the Humota Movie Group through the rest of the year for fundraising.

Thu
20
Jun

Chamber announces administrative coordinator

Submitted by admin on Thu, 06/20/2019 - 12:02am

Cassie Harklau is the new administrative coordinator for the Humboldt-Dakota City Chamber of Commerce. She is holding the new Discover the Humboldt Area publication. The Chamber office is located at 604 Sumner Avenue in downtown Humboldt. Office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Tuesday through Friday. Humboldt Independent photo.

Cassie Harklau is the new administrative coordinator for the Humboldt-Dakota City Chamber of Commerce.
Helping organize Humboldt’s July 4 activities is keeping her busy right away.
“We’re already getting quite a few entries for the July 4 parade. We’re planning on the usual parade route unless the downtown renovation project starts before the 4th of July,” Harklau said.
Activities following the 4th of July include the Cy-Hawk Rivalry with RVTV on Sept. 12 and the Taste of History Wine Walk on Sept. 21.
“The Cy-Hawk Rivalry with Channel 13’s RVTV coming to town is a huge event. We need volunteers to help make it even more fun for everyone,” Harklau said.
She said the Chamber Board members are excited to take on a new event this year, the Taste of History Wine Walk at the Humboldt County Historical Museum on Sept. 21 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Wed
19
Jun

MAVIS O. BOTTELSON

Submitted by admin on Wed, 06/19/2019 - 10:34am

MAVIS O. BOTTELSON, 91, died Sunday, June 16, 2019, at Bickford West Assisted Living, West Des Moines.

Wed
19
Jun

June 19, 2019

Tue
18
Jun

Humboldt baseball team goes 0-2 in ELC tourney

Submitted by admin on Tue, 06/18/2019 - 9:36am

Humboldt senior outfielder Michael Brightly fields a bouncing line drive in one of the Wildcats' recent home games. Independent photo.

The Humboldt baseball team’s overall season record slipped to 11-8 after the Wildcats went 0-2 in the ELC tournament on June 22 in Estherville. Humboldt fell to Okoboji (6-3) and Estherville-Lincoln Central (7-4).

Humboldt downs St. Edmond 6-3
The Humboldt High baseball team got back on the winning track Friday night (June 21) at home by rallying past Fort Dodge St. Edmond, 6-3 in a North Central Conference game played in Humboldt. It was a makeup game from the postponement on June 17.

The Wildcats scored three runs in each of the third and sixth innings to upend St. Edmond. Cade Witzke earned the win pitching for Humboldt. The Wildcats improved to 11-6 overall, 4-2 in the NCC.

Tue
18
Jun

Wildcat softball team in 9-0 victory at Garrigan

Submitted by admin on Tue, 06/18/2019 - 9:31am

Kyah Arnold makes contact at the plate for the Wildcat softball team. Independent photo.

Humboldt bounced back from a loss the previous night by shutting out Algona Bishop Garrigan, 9-0 in Algona on Thursday, June 20. Ellie Jacobson pitched a 1-hitter and struck out 13 to lead Humboldt. The Wildcats clubbed 15 hits, led by Carlie Thompson and Kendal Clark with three each. Humboldt moved to 18-2 overall.

Wildcats upset at Clear Lake, 4-1
The No. 3 ranked (Class 3A) Humboldt softball team suffered their first conference loss of the season Wednesday night (June 19) at Clear Lake as the host Lions pulled out a 4-1 victory over Humboldt. Ellie Jacobson pitched six innings of 8-hit ball with 2 strikeouts. Claire Varangkounh was 2-for-2 to pace Humboldt at the plate. The Wildcats fall to 17-2 overall, 5-1 in the NCC.

The Wildcats' home games with Fort Dodge St. Edmond on June 17 were postponed due to weather. The varsity game will now be played on Tuesday, July 2, 6 p.m. at Rogers Park north of Fort Dodge.

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