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April 2023

Mon
24
Apr

MICHAEL R. WORTHINGTON

Submitted by admin on Mon, 04/24/2023 - 9:28am

Michael R. “Mike” Worthington, 73, of Humboldt, passed away suddenly on Tuesday evening, November 1, 2022, while visiting family in Piqua, Ohio. 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 named in the subject line.

Fri
21
Apr

DORIS A. BARBER

Submitted by admin on Fri, 04/21/2023 - 7:52am

Doris A. Barber died Tuesday, April 18, 2023 at Kossuth Regional Health Center. Online condolences may be left at www.oakcrestfuneralservices.com.

Thu
20
Apr

April 20, 2023

Thu
20
Apr

HCMH celebrates Mental Health Center opening

Submitted by admin on Thu, 04/20/2023 - 12:05am

HCMH officials cut the ribbon on the new Mental Health and Wellness Center on the hospital campus. The center officially opened on Monday.

By PHIL MONSON
It was a week past Good Friday, but Friday, April 14 was definitely good for the Humboldt area and its residents.
Humboldt County Memorial Hospital (HCMH) opened its Mental Health & Wellness Center. The 3,000-square foot building sandwiched between the HCMH surgical center and Springvale Assisted Living will provide mental health counseling, therapy and services for adults and children of all ages.
“The day has finally arrived where we can serve the mental health needs of more and more (people) in our area,” HCMH Chief Executive Officer Michelle Sleiter exclaimed at last Friday’s ribbon cutting and open house of the new $1.66 million facility.
Read more about the opening and its services and se several full color photos in this week's Humboldt Independent. Subscribe by clicking on the link above and like Humboldt Newspapers on Facebook.

Thu
20
Apr

High school office addition project approved by board

Submitted by admin on Thu, 04/20/2023 - 12:03am

Pictured are members of the Humboldt fifth grade band. See a salute to music in our schools with full color photos in this week's edition.

By PHIL MONSON
Construction work on the Humboldt High School office addition will begin next month after action by the Humboldt School Board Monday night, April 17.
The board approved a bid of $1,967,850 from Sande Construction Company of Humboldt to add on to the north entrance and create new office space in addition to creating an updated, secure entrance into the building. Jensen Construction of Fort Dodge submitted the higher bid of $2,575,000.
The new entrance will feature a hallway that will allow the public to enter the building to attend sporting events at night while the offices will be locked.
“Cost-wise it makes sense to bring the wall out to meet the corners of the building on each side so it will be even all the way across,” Humboldt School Superintendent Jim Murray said.
“By adding this front office project, we may create space at the high school that could get re-purposed for a classroom area,” Murray said.

Thu
20
Apr

Out of necessity comes imagination

Submitted by admin on Thu, 04/20/2023 - 12:02am

Angie and David Craven stand in front of just a few of the many items for purchase at Sissy Creations in Humboldt. Humboldt Independent photo.

When the Coronavirus hit the United States in March of 2020, many businesses shut down, with non-essential employees being asked to stay home. While it was a scary time, many people vowed to use this time for a little self-improvement. Angie and David Cravens took that self-improvement to a whole new level and started a thriving business, Sissy Creations, now located on main street in Humboldt (619 Sumner Ave.).
“The building we are in now was for sale, but we thought it wouldn’t hurt to ask about it to see if it they might rent it,” David stated.
The owners, Bret and Deb Davis, met with the couple and agreed that they would rent the space to them. By October 1st the couple had moved in and opened the current store, Sissy Creations.
“It was a wonderful experience. Bret was very helpful and everyone in the community has been so supportive,” Angie stated.

Thu
20
Apr

No traffic sign changes

Submitted by admin on Thu, 04/20/2023 - 12:01am

Doug Marso Excavating of Dakota City removes pieces of debris from the former Lindhares property the city purchased last year. The Humboldt Fire Department conducted a controlled burn of the home and a barn on the property last fall. The city eventually hopes to use the area as a destination location for people utilizing the Des Moines River and the Cottonwood Trail. Humboldt Independent photo by Kent Thompson.

Following a three-month review, the Humboldt City Council on Monday discussed possible stop/yield sign changes in the community, but decided against any official action.
The city street department, police department and city officials reviewed streets.
“We received several requests and questions about stop and yield signs in certain locations in town,” Humboldt City Administrator Cole Bockelmann said.
Three in particular were examined:
• Gotch Park Road/3rd Ave. S./2nd St. S. – Eastbound 3rd Ave. S. approaching 2nd St. S. and Gotch Park Road has a yield sign and westbound has a stop sign. City staff recommends making both directions either stop or yield rather than one of each.

Sun
16
Apr

Humboldt County burn ban lifted

Submitted by admin on Sun, 04/16/2023 - 2:01pm

Humboldt County issued a burn ban last Wednesday but lifted the ban Monday morning, April 17, after weekend rains and snow. Humboldt Independent photo by Kent Thompson.

Pursuant to Chapter 100.40, State Code of Iowa, and at the request of Kyle Bissell, Humboldt County Emergency Management coordinator, representing each fire department having all or part of their fire districts within Humboldt County, the open burning ban for Humboldt County will be lifted effective Monday, April 17, at 10 a.m.
The ban was issued last Wednesday due to dry conditions and extremely strong winds, after a request by fire chiefs in the county.

Fri
14
Apr

Humboldt boys dominate on the golf course

Submitted by admin on Fri, 04/14/2023 - 10:41pm

Corey Dettmann shot a 36 to lead Humboldt in their home victory over Pocahontas Area on April 14. Independent photo by Phil Monson.

Humboldt placed fifth in a 10-team meet at Parkersburg on April 24 with 320 strokes. Host Aplington-Parkersburg won with 303. Parker Sleiter and Jayden Gargano both shot a 79 to pace the Wildcats. Corey Dettmann had an 80 and Carson Sleiter added an 82.

Humboldt defeated Manson-NW on April 17, 165-172 in non-conference action. Dettmann's 40 paced the Wildcats. Carson Sleiter shot 41, Parker Sleiter 42 and Jayden Gargano 42.

Corey Dettmann fired an even-par 36 to lead the Humboldt boys' golf team past Pocahontas Area, 154-204 on Friday, April 14 at Humboldt Country Club.

Carson Arndt shot a 39, Carson Sleiter shot 39 and Parker Sleiter added a 40 for Humboldt. Jayden Gargano finished with 41 and Ty Gargano added a 44. Nick Erickson led Pocahontas with a 48.

The Wildcats host Clear Lake and Algona on April 25 in conference action. Iowa Falls-Alden visits Humboldt on April 28.

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