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October 2021

Thu
07
Oct

HCMH "Shines a Light" on breast cancer

Submitted by admin on Thu, 10/07/2021 - 12:02am

The HCMH Foundation has purchased permanent lights on the top of the hospital which will be pink for the month of October, signifying “Shine a Light on Breast Cancer Awareness.” Submitted photo.

By KENT THOMPSON
Humboldt County Memorial Hospital (HCMH) has always promoted October as Breast Cancer Awareness month with a special event or activity. This year, HCMH really is “Shining a Light” on breast cancer.
If you drive by the hospital at night you will notice pink lights across the top of the building, thanks to some creative minds and funding through the HCMH Foundation.
“The Foundation plays a large role in breast cancer awareness and fundraising. We proposed to the Foundation a permanent lighting solution. It included not just lighting the building pink for October, but being able to have the lights operating for Christmas and other times during the year. It also included highlighting all of the services we provide,” HCMH's Mardi Ratzlaff said.

Thu
07
Oct

Self-help emphasized at Function First

Submitted by admin on Thu, 10/07/2021 - 12:01am

Dr. Cindy VanSickler is pictured with the traction table which is available in her new chiropractic office at 604 Sumner Avenue in Humboldt. Humboldt Independent photo.

Cindy VanSickler opened Function First Spine and Sport at 604 Sumner Avenue in downtown Humboldt earlier this summer.
The chiropractor has nearly 10 years of experience both in Minneapolis-St. Paul and in Fort Dodge.
“My goal is to educate and empower people to help themselves out of pain. Our patients leave here with at least one exercise and one stretch to do. To change the model of healthcare we have to help ourselves,” Dr. VanSickler said.
“We decided to come look at Humboldt and we’re so impressed with the vibrant downtown. We ended up talking to Humboldt Realty who had this space next door to their real estate office,” VanSickler said.
After some painting and remodeling, Function First Spine and Sport opened for business on June 18. Read more about the business in this week's Humboldt Independent.

Wed
06
Oct

HHS boys 2nd in EG's Bell Invitational

Submitted by admin on Wed, 10/06/2021 - 1:15pm

Humboldt's Cam Hoag is shown here competing for the Wildcat cross country team in a recent meet. Independent photo.

Trevor Jacobson was sixth in 17:58 and Jackson Chambers seventh in 18:15 to pace the Humboldt boys' cross country team to a runner-up finish in the Dick Bell Invitational meet on Oct. 5.

Humboldt had 83 points to finish behind Gilbert (36) in the large school Class A team scoring.

Also for Humboldt, Carter Hatcher was 16th in 19:33, Jordan Coon was 19th in 19:54, David Muir was 37th in 21:09 and Jaxon Martin 38th in 21:10.

Humboldt will run in the North Central Conference meet at Goldfield on Oct. 12.

The state qualifying meet will be on Oct. 20 at Winterset or LeMars.

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

Wed
06
Oct

HHS girls run 3rd at Eagle Grove

Submitted by admin on Wed, 10/06/2021 - 1:08pm

Mia DeWinter is shown here running for the Wildcat girls' track team in a recent meet. Independent photo.

Joslyn Orr finished 10th in 22:47 and Meg Zweibohmer was 14th in 23:25 to lead the Humboldt girls' cross country team to a third-place finish in the Dick Bell Invitational at Eagle Grove on Oct. 5.

Humboldt totaled 73 points to finish behind Gilbert (21) and Garner-Hayfield/Ventura (69) in the large school Class A field.

Also for Humboldt, Kinzie Peyton was 15th in 23:33, Allison Hoag 16th in 24:02 and Reagan Lee 18th in 24:26. Grace Smith ran 20th in 24:27 and Sophia Harris was 22nd in 25:04.

Humboldt will run in the North Central Conference meet at Goldfield on Tuesday, Oct. 12.

The state qualifying meet will take place on Oct. 20 at Winterset or LeMars.

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

Wed
06
Oct

October 6, 2021

Tue
05
Oct

Wildcat girls sweep St. Edmond, 3-0

Submitted by admin on Tue, 10/05/2021 - 9:10pm

Humboldt's Alexis Hansen digs the ball up after receiving serve for the Wildcat volleyball team in a recent home match. Independent photo.

Humboldt’s 13th ranked volleyball team (4A) won their 11th straight match Tuesday night at Fort Dodge St. Edmond, sweeping the Gaels by scores of 25-11, 25-18 and 25-20.

Humboldt moves to 22-4 overall, 5-0 in the North Central Conference.

Humboldt will host Algona on Thursday, Oct. 7.

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

Tue
05
Oct

RUBY F. NOLAN

Submitted by admin on Tue, 10/05/2021 - 7:34am

RUBY F. NOLAN, 80, of Bode, died Tuesday, Sept. 21, 2021, at St. Luke's Hospital in Cedar Rapids. Condolences may be left at www.lentzfuneralhome.com.

Mon
04
Oct

FRANCIS J. DUFFY

Submitted by admin on Mon, 10/04/2021 - 3:52pm

FRANCIS J. DUFFY, 91, of Humboldt, died Friday, Oct. 1, 2021, at Iowa Lutheran Hospital in Des Moines.

Mon
04
Oct

JUDITH A. TATE

Submitted by admin on Mon, 10/04/2021 - 3:50pm

JUDITH A. VAN GRONIGEN TATE, 74, died Sunday evening, Oct. 3, 2021, due to a sudden illness, surrounded by family and her best friend.

Fri
01
Oct

4th ranked Humboldt stays perfect, 52-31 over North Polk

Submitted by admin on Fri, 10/01/2021 - 10:19pm

Humboldt senior quarterback Caden Matson bulls his way into the end zone in the first half of the Wildcats' 52-31 victory at North Polk on Oct. 1 in Alleman. Matson had nearly 450 of all-purpose yardage as the Wildcats improved to 6-0 overall, 2-0 in district play. Independent photo by Phil Monson.

The No. 4 ranked Humboldt football team scored on every possession en route to a 52-31 victory over the North Polk Comets in a Class 3A District 2 contest at Alleman Friday night (Oct. 1).

The Wildcats improved to 6-0 overall, 2-0 in district play with their performance. Senior quarterback Caden Matson continues his assault on the record books as he rushed for 240 yards and passed for 209 to lead Humboldt, which took a 31-7 halftime lead.

Humboldt travels to Gilbert on Friday, Oct. 8, for a district clash. Tickets for the varsity game are $6 each for adults and students. Tickets purchased online at: Online Tickets: https://events.ticketspicket.com/agency/0f34cf5a-dfea-4c36-b5d0-a164ec32...

The game will be livestreamed at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrAGnefZvuChaQOH4EQwh-w

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