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Mon
31
Jan

Matson will play football at Iowa State

Submitted by admin on Mon, 01/31/2022 - 9:05am

Humboldt quarterback Caden Matson cuts outside for yardage behind his blockers during a Wildcat football playoff victory over Independence on Nov. 5 in Humboldt. Matson recently announced he will attend Iowa State University and play football for the Cyclones. Independent photo by Phil Monson.

Humboldt High senior multi-sport standout Caden Mason announced on Sunday he has accepted a preferred walk-on offer to play football at Iowa State University in Ames.

Matson was a first-team all-state selection last fall and helped the Wildcats go unbeaten during the regular season, including a district title in Class 3A-2. He quarterbacked the Wildcats to the state semifinals, where the Wildcats fell to eventual state champion Harlan.

Matson shared his thoughts in an exclusive interview with the Humboldt Independent. See full story in this week's Independent. Subscribe today for print/digital access by selecting the link on this page to get started!

Fri
28
Jan

2nd half rally lifts HHS boys over SE, 61-50

Submitted by admin on Fri, 01/28/2022 - 9:09pm

Jacob Heier scores on a fast break layup for the Wildcat basketball team in a recent home game for third-ranked Humboldt. Independent photo.

The sixth-ranked Humboldt boys' basketball team rallied in the second half to down Fort Dodge St. Edmond, 61-50 Friday night (Jan. 28) in a North Central Conference game in Humboldt.

The Wildcats improved to 14-1 overall, 9-1 and first in the NCC standings. St. Edmond dipped to 7-10 overall, 1-8 in the NCC.

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

Fri
28
Jan

Humboldt girls double up on St. Edmond, 54-27

Submitted by admin on Fri, 01/28/2022 - 7:51pm

Reagan Lee pushes the ball down the court for the Wildcats in a recent home basketball game. Independent photo.

The Humboldt girls' basketball team snapped a two-game losing streak by doubling up on Fort Dodge St. Edmond, 54-27 in a North Central Conference game in Humboldt Friday night (Jan. 28).

Morgan Mann scored 16 points, Joie Smith 15 and Alexis Hansen 11 to lead Humboldt, which improved to 10-8 overall, 7-4 in conference play.

The Wildcats play host to Hampton-Dumont-CAL on Tuesday, Feb. 1.

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

Fri
28
Jan

Boys 3A substate assignments released

Submitted by admin on Fri, 01/28/2022 - 3:38pm

Humboldt's Noah Skow posts up down low to score in the Wildcats' home game with Hampton-Dumont-CAL on Feb. 1 in Humboldt. Independent photo.

The Iowa High School Athletic Association has released post-season groupings and Humboldt has been assigned to Class 3A Substate One.

Other schools in the substate include Algona, LeMars, MOC-Floyd Valley, Sergeant Bluff-Luton, Sioux Center, Spencer and Storm Lake.

Pairings will be determined in the next two weeks. First round games will be played on Monday, Feb. 21, with second round games Feb. 24 and substate finals set for Feb. 28.

Fri
28
Jan

Humboldt wrestlers end regular season at 16-3

Submitted by admin on Fri, 01/28/2022 - 10:31am

Humboldt junior 145-pounder Ty Gargano pins his opponent in a match at the conference tournament in Fort Dodge on Jan. 22. Gargano and his teammates begin post-season action at home on Saturday, Feb. 5. Independent photo.

Humboldt's varsity wrestlers ended their regular season in dominating fashion by winning three non-conference duals at State Center on Thursday night, Jan. 27.

The Wildcats defeated Gilbert (58-12), Perry (67-6) and West Marshall (43-24) to end their season schedule at 16-3 overall in duals.

The Wildcat JV will cap their season competing in the Pocahontas Area tournament on Saturday, Jan. 29.

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

Thu
27
Jan

New Wildcat Wonderland Playground unveiled

Submitted by admin on Thu, 01/27/2022 - 8:26am

This is a look at the design for the planned Wildcat Wonderland Playground Rebuild in Taft Park looking from 2nd Avenue North to the north. Graphic courtesy of Play by Design.

By KENT THOMPSON
A rebuild of the Wildcat Wonderland playground will be a community project that will take locally donated funds and volunteer elbow grease to complete.
Humboldt County Community Foundation (HCCF) is conducting its first ever matching challenge grant as part of the fundraising effort. The Foundation is matching donations dollar for dollar for the first $50,000. The playground committee has set a goal of $400,500, but would like to raise more, so more poured in place rubberized safe play surfaces can be added and security lighting can be included.
The playground will feature many new amenities including an orbital roundabout, swag fun swing for both ADA and non-ADA users and a mini Ninja Warrior-type fitness area.

Thu
27
Jan

Supervisors want another meeting about dam

Submitted by admin on Thu, 01/27/2022 - 8:15am

Humboldt County District 5 Supervisor Dave Lee (left) and Humboldt County Conservation Director Todd Lee (right) shared comments about the Reasoner Dam and its future at Monday's Humboldt County Board of Supervisors meeting. Read all about it in this week's Humboldt Independent.

By KENT THOMPSON
In football parlance, the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors on Monday called for a fair catch and then punted.
After some discussion, the Board elected to accept the recommendation of the Humboldt County Conservation Board (see related story). The Conservation Board met on Jan. 19 and unanimously agreed to recommend Alternative 2, a dam modification and a rock ramp at an estimated total cost of $4.4 million.
But accepting the recommendation does not mean the Supervisors approve going forward with the Conservation Board’s plan or any plan at this point. The final decision could be an amalgamation of plans looked at as alternatives to the current Joe Reasoner Dam in Humboldt.
Read their thoughts, public comments and details from Conservation Director Todd Lee in this week's Humboldt Independent

Thu
27
Jan

New city administrator is impressed with city

Submitted by admin on Thu, 01/27/2022 - 8:08am

Humboldt’s Cole Bockelmann has packed a lot of public sector management experience into a few short years. He said he is excited about getting back to Iowa and closer to his roots. Cole grew up in Sergeant Bluff, not far from Sioux City. It’s a town of equal size to Humboldt. Humboldt Independent photo.

By KENT THOMPSON
Humboldt’s new city administrator Cole Bockelmann is beginning his third week on the job. So far, he likes what he sees.
"I knew I was walking into a good situation with a city that is fiscally responsible and in good standing financially. It has a fairly experienced staff. I have toured all the departments and met with the department heads. It met my expectations and my experiences have been good so far," Bockelmann said.
Read more about his experiences and thoughts in an exclusive interview in this week's Humboldt Independent.

Thu
27
Jan

Community Chorus has 'Your Song' Feb. 4-6

Submitted by admin on Thu, 01/27/2022 - 8:04am

The Humboldt Community Chorus and Big Band is back for their annual variety show Feb. 4-6 at the R. Wesley Carlson Auditorium. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children under 18. Tickets are available at V&S Variety, Humboldt Hy-Vee, from Community Chorus members and online at www.humboldtchorus.com

The Humboldt Community Chorus is back after a year’s absence with their annual variety show, “This Song’s For You” on Feb. 4, 5, and 6 at the R. Wesley Carlson Auditorium at Humboldt High School.
Terry Nelson is once again directing the show, something he’s done for more than 40 years.
The 20-piece Big Band will accompany all of the Chorus pieces, as well as play 30 minutes before the show and during intermission.
Dancers from Melinda’s School of Dance will also perform.
Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children under 18. Show times are Friday, Feb. 4, at 7 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 5, at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., and Sunday, Feb. 6, at 2 p.m. Tickets are available at V & S Variety, Humboldt Hy-Vee, Chorus members and online at www.humboldtchorus.com.
For more information about the upcoming show people can find the Humboldt Community Chorus on Facebook or call for tickets at (515) 379-1072.

Thu
27
Jan

January 27, 2022

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