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Sat
15
Dec

Humboldt wrestlers crown 3 champs at Fort Dodge, place 4th

Submitted by admin on Sat, 12/15/2018 - 10:05pm

Humboldt senior 182-pounder Lucas Volf (top) defends an opponent's shot during a match earlier this month. Independent photo.

The Humboldt wrestling team crowned three individual champions and placed fourth in the team scoring of the Fort Dodge Don Miller Invitational Tournament on Saturday, Dec. 15.

The Wildcats got individual titles from senior Joey Busse (20-0) at 145 pounds, senior Justin Jones (18-0) at 285 and sophomore Colten Goodell (16-5) at 220 pounds. Timmy Larson (17-4) was third at 138 and Cole Nelson (19-4) was third at 106.

Humboldt will close out its pre-Christmas schedule when they compete in a dual at Storm Lake on Tuesday, Dec. 18. Humboldt will then be off until hosting Clear Lake on Jan. 3.

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

Fri
14
Dec

Wildcat boys win fourth straight, 73-38

Submitted by admin on Fri, 12/14/2018 - 11:17pm

Humboldt's Jamison Heinz drives past Mateo Hernandez of Clarion-Goldfield-Dows in the second half of the Wildcats' 73-38 victory over the Cowboys Dec. 14 in the Humboldt gym. The Wildcats improved to 5-1 overall, 3-0 in conference play with the victory. Independent photo by Phil Monson.

Jamison Heinz scored 25 points and Jacob Thurm added 12 to lead the Humboldt boys' basketball team to their fourth straight victory Friday night (Dec. 14) in Humboldt, rolling past Clarion-Goldfield-Dows, 73-38 in a North Central Conference game. The victory improved Humboldt to 5-1 overall, 3-0 in the NCC. Calvin Carlson and Jack Arndt each had nine points to aid the Humboldt scoring.
Humboldt will return to action at Fort Dodge St. Edmond on Tuesday, Dec. 18, in another NCC contest. Humboldt's final game before the Christmas break is at home on Dec. 20 against Garner-Hayfield/Ventura.

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

Fri
14
Dec

Wildcat girls fall at home to CGD, 54-34

Submitted by admin on Fri, 12/14/2018 - 11:13pm

Humboldt's Mady Lange (left) battles down low for an eventual basket in the Wildcats' 54-34 loss to Clarion-Goldfield-Dows on Friday, Dec. 14 in Humboldt in a North Central Conference game. Independent photo by Phil Monson.

The Humboldt varsity girls' basketball team had trouble getting their offense untracked Friday night (Dec. 14) in a 54-34 loss to Clarion-Goldfield-Dows. Bae Arnold and Kendal Clark each scored eight points to pace the Wildcats. Mady Lange was next with seven. Courtney Harle led the Cowgirls with 19.

Humboldt slips to 2-5 overall, 0-4 in the North Central Conference.

The Wildcats return to action at Fort Dodge St. Edmond on Tuesday, Dec. 18. Humboldt will host Garner-Hayfield/Ventura in their final game before the Christmas break on Dec. 20.

Fri
14
Dec

ALEDA L. NISSEN

Submitted by admin on Fri, 12/14/2018 - 9:33am

ALEDA L. NISSEN, 96, Humboldt, died Tuesday afternoon, Dec. 11, 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 sub-ject line.

Thu
13
Dec

Humboldt wrestlers fall to Cowboys in key NCC dual

Submitted by admin on Thu, 12/13/2018 - 11:11pm

Humboldt's Tyler Vitzthum (right) tries a single leg takedown against his opponent from Clarion-Goldfield-Dows last week in the Humboldt gym. Independent photo by Phil Monson.

The Humboldt wrestling team saw their hopes of winning the North Central Conference dual championship fall short Thursday night (Dec. 13) as the Wildcats dropped a 55-22 bout to Clarion-Goldfield-Dows inside the Wildcat gym.

The Wildcats defeated Hampton-Dumont/CAL 41-24 and Pocahontas Area 66-11. CGD defeated H-D/CAL 48-27 and PAC 71-12. H-D/CAL was a 58-15 winner over PAC.

Humboldt, 13-1 overall on the season, 3-1 in the NCC, will compete in the Fort Dodge Don Miller Invitational on Saturday, Dec. 15. The Wildcats will travel to Storm Lake on Dec. 18 in their final meet before the Christmas break.

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

Thu
13
Dec

December 13, 2018

Thu
13
Dec

Local non-profit readies to start Humota Theatre project

Submitted by admin on Thu, 12/13/2018 - 12:04am

The Humota Movie Group is the new non-profit organization that will be operating the Humota Theatre in Humboldt beginning in early 2019. Board members of the group pictured clockwise from left are: Jeff Knutson, Stacey Origer, Bob Myott, Missy Weeks, Theatre Manager and ex-officio member Sarah VanOrd, Bill Jorgensen, Chad Theesfeld and Tom Tierney. Other Board members not pictured are Sherry Bulten Erickson and Susan Rutz. Humboldt Independent photo.

By KENT THOMPSON
With a Board of Directors in place, a certified non-profit designation on the way and contact made with a broker to line up first-run and recently released features to show, the volunteers comprising the Humota Movie Group are ready to take over the Humota Movie Theatre, perhaps as early as some time next month.
The Humota Movie Group is the official name given to a group of local volunteers who want to see the theatre remain operating and a viable and profitable entertainment venue for many years to come.

Thu
13
Dec

Fort lights up the night for final time

Submitted by admin on Thu, 12/13/2018 - 12:02am

Fort’s Hillside Spectacular holiday light display is filling the skies of Dakota City and Humboldt for the 34th year, drawing visitors from surrounding counties and beyond. Merlin Fort says this will be his final year of providing the large display. Independent photo by Phil Monson. See more photos from this and other community scenes and events by clicking on the Buy A Photo link at the top of this page.

By Phil Monson
Merlin Fort stood on the deck of his house and looked over the wide expanse of his back yard, known for over 30 years as Fort’s Hillside Spectacular.
It was mid-October and the afternoon sky was gray, but all of his lights and decorations were in place, waiting for the holiday season to arrive when his lights would fill the evening sky of Dakota City and Humboldt from Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day evening.
“I think this will definitely be my last year. I’m going to be 90 years old on March 2. I’m not able to get around like I used to. I even have less energy this year than I did last year,” Fort said.
“This year will be my 34th year. It will probably be my last one for sure,” Fort said. “I’m going to leave everything up until spring and then I’ll have an auction. People can buy anything they want.”

Wed
12
Dec

BREAKING NEWS: Boil order for Dakota City is lifted

Submitted by admin on Wed, 12/12/2018 - 12:27pm

A boil order has been issued for the city of Dakota City until further notice. Any water used for drinking by humans or pets, making ice, brushing teeth or preparing food should be boiled first to kill any bacteria and other organisms. Equipment failure at the city's water treatment plant caused chlorine content to fall below recommended levels.

A boil advisory that had been issued by the City of Dakota City and the Iowa DNR has been lifted, effective immediately, it was reported Tuesday morning, Dec. 18. Due to equipment failure, the chlorine used for disinfection had fallen below the recommended levels. The equipment was replaced and the system flushed and tested. The order was issued late Wednesday morning, Dec. 12.
It is now safe to drink the water from the faucet, use it for cooking and all other purposes.

Wed
12
Dec

DONNA E. LANUS

Submitted by admin on Wed, 12/12/2018 - 7:37am

DONNA E. LANUS, 73, Bradgate, died Monday morning, Dec. 10, 2018, at Friendship Haven in Fort Dodge. 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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