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December 20, 2018

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Dec

Joe Kunert signs with Northwestern

Submitted by admin on Wed, 12/19/2018 - 5:18pm

Humboldt High senior Joe Kunert (center) signed a national letter of intent to run cross country and track at Northwestern College in Orange City, IA. He is flanked by his parents Steve (front left) and Sherry (front right). In back Humboldt boys' track coach Greg Wickett (left) and cross country coach Dean Clasen. Independent photo by Phil Monson.

Humboldt High senior distance runner Joe Kunert has made it official – he'll run cross country and track at Northwestern College in Orange City, IA.

See full story in the Humboldt Independent Newspaper. Subscribe today for print/digital access by selecting the link on this page to get started!

Wed
19
Dec

Humboldt Recreation Center Grand Opening Dec. 22

Submitted by admin on Wed, 12/19/2018 - 3:18pm

Ken and Marilyn Nielsen stand near the starting line for the indoor track in the new Humboldt Recreation Center. The public is invited to a Grand Opening ceremony on Saturday, Dec. 22, at 10 a.m. where the ownership of the facility will be transferred to the city of Humboldt.

The new 70,000 square foot Humboldt Recreation Center opened on Monday, Dec. 3. A Grand Opening celebration is planned for Saturday, Dec. 22, at 10 a.m. and the public is invited and encouraged to attend.
Located on Wildcat Road across from Humboldt High School, the beautiful facility was built by the Ken and Marilyn Nielsen family and donated to the city of Humboldt. Sande Construction of Humboldt was the general contractor on the project.
What are people saying about the facility?
“We are grateful for the generosity of the Nielsen family and their commitment to the community. The Humboldt Recreation Center will be another amenity that helps to retain and attract families to Humboldt. This gift will be enjoyed by young and old for many generations,” Jim Vermeer, member of the Humboldt City Council, said.

Wed
19
Dec

Humboldt wrestlers enter break at 14-1

Submitted by admin on Wed, 12/19/2018 - 9:08am

Humboldt junior Cresten Craven is shown here dominating his opponent in a recent 120-pound varsity match. Independent photo.

The Humboldt wrestling team entered the Christmas break with a 14-1 overall dual record after they defeated Storm Lake, 45-27 on Tuesday night (Dec. 18) in Storm Lake.

Humboldt got pin from Joey Busse at 160, Cole Nelson at 106, Colby Clarken at 126, Timmy Larson at 138 and Fletcher Satern at 145 pounds.

Humboldt will be off until Thursday, Jan. 3, when they host Clear Lake in a North Central Conference dual. The Wildcats and Lions are both 3-1 in NCC action.

See full story in the Humboldt Independent Newspaper. Subscribe today for print/digital access by selecting the link on this page to get started!

Wed
19
Dec

Humboldt's win streak ends at 4 games

Submitted by admin on Wed, 12/19/2018 - 8:54am

Humboldt senior guard Austin Brant drives inside from the corner in a recent Wildcat home basketball contest. Independent photo.

Humboldt's four-game winning streak came to an end Tuesday night (Dec. 18) after the Wildcats fell 66-60 at Fort Dodge St. Edmond in varsity boys' basketball action.

The Wildcats, now 5-2 overall, 3-1 in the North Central Conference, were led in scoring by Jamison Heinz and Calvin Carlson each with 18 points. Andrew Gibb scored 26 points and Jackson Kochendorfer had 18 to power St. Edmond, which moved to 3-5 overall, 2-3 in the NCC.

Humboldt will host Garner-Hayfield/Ventura on Thursday, Dec. 20, in their final game before the holiday break.

Wed
19
Dec

VERNON D. GREBNER

Submitted by admin on Wed, 12/19/2018 - 7:50am

VERNON D. GREBNER, 82, Dakota City, died Monday morning, Dec. 17, 2018, at the Humboldt Care Center North. Those wishing to send online condolences can send them to www.masonlindhart.com and we will see that it gets to the family. Be sure to put the deceased’s name in the subject line.

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December 19, 2018

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Dec

St . Edmond upends Humboldt girls, 39-35

Submitted by admin on Tue, 12/18/2018 - 10:19pm

Humboldt's Jori Hajek drives past a defender in a recent home basketball game. Independent photo.

Humboldt came up on the short end of a 39-35 final score in varsity girls' basketball action at Fort Dodge St. Edmond on Tuesday, Dec. 18.

Kendal Clark scored 14 points and grabbed 10 rebounds to pace Humboldt, which fell to 2-6 overall on the season, 0-5 in North Central Conference play. Jori Hajek was next with eight points. St. Edmond, 2-6 overall, 1-4 in the NCC, was paced by Erin Flattery with 10 points.

Humboldt will host Garner-Hayfield/Ventura on Thursday, Dec. 20 in non-conference play.

See full story in the Humboldt Independent Newspaper.

Mon
17
Dec

LOUISE M. DAVIS

Submitted by admin on Mon, 12/17/2018 - 9:03am

LOUISE M. DAVIS, 94, Humboldt, died Tuesday evening, Dec. 11, 2018, in the Long Term Care Unit of Humboldt County Memorial Hospital. Those wishing to send online condolences can send them to www.masonlindhart.com and we will see that it gets to the family. Be sure to put the deceased’s name in the subject line.

Mon
17
Dec

RANDALL J. PALMER

Submitted by admin on Mon, 12/17/2018 - 9:01am

RANDALL J. PALMER, 74, Renwick, died unexpectedly Wednesday, Dec. 12, 2018, at the Humboldt County Memorial Hospital. Condolences may be left at www.oakcrestfuneralservices.com.

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