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Tue
25
Aug

Humboldt softball has 4 named all-state

Submitted by admin on Tue, 08/25/2020 - 9:26am

Humboldt senior pitcher Ellie Jacobson, shown here throwing in the state tournament last month, is one of four Wildcats selected to the all-state team. She was also named to the elite senior all-star team. Independent photo by Phil Monson.

Jacobson, Thompson and Clark are 1st team picks

Lange named 2nd team

In unprecedented fashion, Humboldt’s talented softball team had four players named to the all-state team, released last week by the Iowa Coaches Association.
Humboldt, which swept to its fifth straight North Central Conference championship and its third state tournament trip in four years, had a trio of first-team selections and one second-team pick.
Senior pitcher Ellie Jacobson and senior centerfielder Carlie Thompson were named to the first-team, along with junior first baseman Kendal Clark. Senior catcher Mady Lange was chosen second-team.
Jacobson was also selected for the elite senior all-star game. Because of the coronavirus pandemic, the contest was not played.
They helped the Wildcats post an overall record of 20-3, 7-0 and champions of the NCC for the fifth consecutive year.

Mon
24
Aug

Fatal and serious motorcycle accidents reported

Submitted by admin on Mon, 08/24/2020 - 4:45pm

The Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) were called to a pair of single-vehicle motorcycle accidents during the past week, one involving serious injuries and the other resulting in a traffic fatality.
According to the HCSO at 8:52 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 23, the HCSO was called to the railroad crossing on Gilmore Street in Gilmore City. According to the report, when deputies arrived they observed a single motorcycle accident with an unresponsive driver. The Gilmore EMS First Responders were on the scene and had started CPR on the victim. The Humboldt Ambulance Service then transported the driver to the Humboldt County Memorial Hospital where the driver, James Paul Cassens, 49, of Algona, was pronounced dead of injuries sustained.
The HCSO was called to a single-vehicle motorcycle accident on Friday, Aug. 21, at 6:40 a.m.
The accident occurred on 270th Street (County Road C-49), three-quarters of a mile east of Highway 169.

Mon
24
Aug

SHELLY GAMBRILL

Submitted by admin on Mon, 08/24/2020 - 11:30am

SHELLY GAMBRILL, 56, of Clarion, died Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2020, from injuries sustained in an accident.

Fri
21
Aug

DENNIS L. BEHOUNEK

Submitted by admin on Fri, 08/21/2020 - 7:37am

DENNIS L. BEHOUNEK, 95, of Livermore, died Sunday, Aug. 16, 2020, at the Kossuth Regional Health Center, Algona. Condolences may be left at www.lentzfuneralhome.com.

Thu
20
Aug

2nd county COVID death reported

Submitted by admin on Thu, 08/20/2020 - 11:25am

The Humboldt County Department of Public Health has announced the second death associated with novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in the county. The individual was in the 61-80 age group. The death was reported Monday, Aug. 17.
“We extend our sincere condolences to this individual’s loved ones,” said Humboldt County Public Health Director Joleen Sernett.
This loss is a reminder that we must all do our part to protect our most vulnerable. This means to stay home if you are sick, maintaining six feet distance from those outside of your household, washing your hands often, and wearing a face covering when social distancing is not possible.

Thu
20
Aug

Social Distancing, masks and improved ventilation cited as school needs

Submitted by admin on Thu, 08/20/2020 - 12:04am

Humboldt School Superintendent Jim Murray outlined the district's Return to Learn plan at Monday's Humboldt Board of Education meeting. The Board then adopted the plan. Murray said the district will follow protocols provided by the Iowa Department of Public Health and Humboldt County Public Health. Murray said the school will work hand in hand with HCMH and Humboldt County Public Health.

By Phil Monson
After a report from school administrators Monday night, the Humboldt School Board gave its final approval to the district’s Return To Learn plan in dealing with the coronavirus pandemic.
Final action came in the board’s regular monthly meeting Aug. 17.
“Social distancing will be practiced to the fullest level possible,” Humboldt School Superintendent Jim Murray said, noting general mitigation strategies have been sent out to parents of students enrolled for the new school year, which begins next week.
“When we can’t social distance, we will be requiring masks to be worn by students and staff. We will be limiting student groupings whenever possible with assigned seats possible on buses,” Murray said.

Thu
20
Aug

Supervisors consider adding projects to bond issue

Submitted by admin on Thu, 08/20/2020 - 12:03am

Finding a solution of what to do with the Reasoner Dam in Humboldt and mitigations for landowners and users upstream is one matter that may be funded in part by a general obligation bond issue the county is considering. With new projects outline this past week, the not to exceed amount is around $2.7 million. Humboldt Independent file photo.

By KENT THOMPSON
“It’s Christmas in Humboldt,” District 3 Supervisor Rick Pedersen exclaimed, in reference to several local leaders in attendance at Monday’s Humboldt County Board of Supervisors meeting.
While the entities in question weren’t asking for a handout, with the county considering borrowing funds at around 1.2 percent interest on a 10-year note, there are several public needs that could be rolled into a refinancing of the Law Enforcement Bond issue of 2015, in addition to more than $790,000 in communications upgrades to the county radio tower and related equipment.
The Board heard from Humboldt County Conservation Director Todd Lee. Lee said the Humboldt County Conservation Board is interested in seeing an improved West Fork of the Des Moines River by taking out, lowering or improving the low-head dam at Lake Nokomis. Lee told the Board that $500,000 over the length of a 10-yeard bond would be a good start.

Thu
20
Aug

Administration mulls changes for parking lot traffic

Submitted by admin on Thu, 08/20/2020 - 12:02am

Workers from Jensen Builders in Fort Dodge continue the concrete pour at the Humboldt High School parking lot this past week. Work is being completed in advance of classes next week. A total 0f 389 parking spots are being painted this week. Independent photo by Jeff Gargano.

By Phil Monson
Now that the concrete has been poured at the new Humboldt High School parking lot, school officials are exploring changes in how traffic flows in and out of the school lot.
Humboldt School Superintendent Jim Murray gave an in-depth report during the regular monthly meeting of the Humboldt School Board Monday night, Aug. 17.
Murray said the parking lot marking will take place this week. He noted 10-foot parking spots will be painted for a total of 389 stalls. The administrative team and directors are recommending students use only the west exit after school.

Thu
20
Aug

Administration mulls changes for parking lot traffic

Submitted by admin on Thu, 08/20/2020 - 12:02am

Workers from Jensen Builders in Fort Dodge continue the concrete pour at the Humboldt High School parking lot this past week. Work is being completed in advance of classes next week. A total 0f 389 parking spots are being painted this week. Independent photo by Jeff Gargano.

By Phil Monson
Now that the concrete has been poured at the new Humboldt High School parking lot, school officials are exploring changes in how traffic flows in and out of the school lot.
Humboldt School Superintendent Jim Murray gave an in-depth report during the regular monthly meeting of the Humboldt School Board Monday night, Aug. 17.
Murray said the parking lot marking will take place this week. He noted 10-foot parking spots will be painted for a total of 389 stalls. The administrative team and directors are recommending students use only the west exit after school.

Thu
20
Aug

August 20, 2020

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