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November 2023

Sun
19
Nov

Iowa State wrestlers dominate Wisconsin, 42-0

Submitted by admin on Sun, 11/19/2023 - 8:59pm

Humboldt native and Iowa State University head wrestling coach Kevin Dresser directs his emotion to the crowd during a post-dual interview in the Humboldt High School gym on Sunday, Nov. 19, after his Cyclones walloped the Wisconsin Badgers, 42-0. Independent photo.

In its first top-25 dual matchup of the young season, the No. 10 ranked Iowa State Cyclones made a statement by dominating the 18th-ranked Wisconsin Badgers, 42-0 inside the Humboldt gym on Sunday, Nov. 19.

It was another impressive performance for the Cyclones in the hometown gym of their seventh-year head coach, Kevin Dresser, who won two state tiles for Humboldt in 1980-81.

Kysen Terukina at 125, Casey Swiderski at 149 and David Carr at 165 all defeated top-15 foes in the bout. ISU won the takedown battle, 27-2. It was just the second shutout in the series between Iowa State and Wisconsin, with the last being a 52-0 Cyclone win in 1922.

In a featured bout at 165 pounds, Carr, ranked No. 2, edged No. 4 ranked Dean Hamiti, 2-0. Terukina, No. 17, rolled to a 14-3 major decision over Eric Barnett, ranked No. 5. Terukina was named UFC Fight Pass Most Outstanding Wrestler for his performance on the day.

Fri
17
Nov

Humboldt Reminder/Independent Thanksgiving schedule

Submitted by admin on Fri, 11/17/2023 - 11:27am

The Humboldt Reminder/Independent office will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 23, and Friday, Nov. 24, in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.

Our office will re-open on Monday, Nov. 27.

Thu
16
Nov

Wildcat girls win team title at Emmetsburg

Submitted by admin on Thu, 11/16/2023 - 9:19pm

Humboldt's Claire Dieleman drives into her opponent for a takedown in the Wildcats' season-opening wrestling tournament at Fort Dodge on Nov. 16. Dieleman had a good outing and two days later placed second at 100 pounds in the Emmetsburg tournament. Independent photo.

Humboldt crowned four individual champions and won the team title of the Emmetsburg Invitational tournament on Saturday, Nov. 18.

The Wildcats ran away from the field by scoring 263 points. Central Lyon/George-Little Rock was runner-up with 169. Eagle Grove was third at 130.5.

Winning titles for Humboldt was Brooklyn Robinson at 235, Claire Weydert at 135, Laina Dettmann at 120 and Sophia Harris at 110 pounds. runner-up finishers were Claire Dieleman at 100, Lexi Roberts at 130, Ella Olson at 145, Danica Diedrick at 170 and Kennedy Robinson at 190.

Robinson, Hubbell win titles at Fort Dodge
Brooklyn Robinson won the 235-pound class and Elsie Hubbell won at 155 to lead the Humboldt girls, wrestling team to a 3rd place finish in the Fort Dodge Early Bird Tournament on Thursday night, Nov. 16.

Algona was first at 184.5 and Fort Dodge second at 114. Humboldt scored 102 points, followed by Des Moines Public Schools 96, Boone 82 and Eagle Grove 75.

Thu
16
Nov

Humboldt teacher on paid administrative leave; criminal investigation started

Submitted by admin on Thu, 11/16/2023 - 6:58pm

By KENT THOMPSON
The Humboldt Community School District has announced that a teacher is currently on administrative leave and the matter is being investigated. The teacher’s name has not been released.
That word was reported by Humboldt School Superintendent Jim Murray late Thursday afternoon.
Humboldt County Sheriff Chief Deputy Cory Lampe concurred “there is an investigation going on at the school.” Lampe reported that the sheriff’s office and the Iowa Department of Criminal Investigation are working jointly on the matter. There is no timeline as to how long the investigation might take.
In a prepared statement Murray reported the following: “We are following district policy and procedures to investigate the issue. We can’t comment further as it is a confidential personnel mater.
“Families can be confident, however, that student safety remains our highest priority,” the superintendent said.

Thu
16
Nov

Lighted parade and holiday meal Nov. 25

Submitted by admin on Thu, 11/16/2023 - 6:55pm

This is one of the entries for last year's lighted holiday parade in Humboldt. Another parade is planned this year, starting on Main Street in Dakota City and traveling west on Sumner Avenue in Humboldt. People may contact Deb Loss at (303) 589-4052, or Nick Golz at (515) 576-9368.People may also email Loss for more information at: hmblt.dc.paradeoflights@gmail.com

Miller’s Landing is presenting a Hometown Christmas Parade of Lights on Saturday, Nov. 25, in downtown Humboldt and Dakota City.
The parade will start at 5:30 p.m. at the intersection of Main Street and 5th Street South in Dakota City. The parade will continue on Main Street going west down the hill where the street turns into Sumner Avenue. The parade will continue west and will conclude at the intersection of 8th Street North (with entries asked to turn north on 8th Street).
After the parade, Miller’s Landing is inviting the public to come to the Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church fellowship hall, 1212 Sumner Ave. SW, for free chili, cinnamon rolls and hot chocolate, while supplies last. Children will get an opportunity to meet Santa and Mrs. Claus.

Thu
16
Nov

Humboldt students will be showing off 'Skills'

Submitted by admin on Thu, 11/16/2023 - 6:52pm

Pictured from left: Humboldt industrial technology instructor and SkillsUSA advisor Joel Hanus, SkillsUSA Humboldt Chapter President Alex Armitage and PPI Humboldt General Manager Jesse Anderson. Anderson presented the new organization a $2,500 donation on behalf of the company. Humboldt Independent photo.

By KENT THOMPSON
When it comes to advancing career technical skills, Humboldt Industrial Technology instructor Joel Hanus thought, “why not Humboldt?”
To that end, Hanus contacted the Career and Technical Student Organizations arm of the Iowa Department of Education. After collecting information last year he chartered a Skills USA Chapter for the Humboldt Community School District.
Skills USA is a nationwide organization of more than 395,000 middle school, high school and college students enrolled in trade, technical and skilled service occupational training. The students can attend competitions and earn a chance at rewards and recognitions, as well as learning valuable life skills and making connections and associations with industry partners.
Read more about this new group and its objectives in this week's Humboldt Independent, your trusted source for local news and sports.

Thu
16
Nov

More dam discussion gets testy at HCCB meeting

Submitted by admin on Thu, 11/16/2023 - 6:41pm

A late fall sunset seen on the Des Moines River near the boat ramp in Lower Sheldon Park in Humboldt. Humboldt Independent photo by Kent Thompson.

BY APRIL KELLEY
The Reasoner Dam on the Des Moines River in Humboldt remained a hot topic of conversation late Monday afternoon at the monthly meeting of the Humboldt County Conservation Board. The meeting was moved from the regular meeting date to Nov. 13.
Conservation Director Todd Lee said the Conservation Board has been working with attorneys Ahlers and Cooney in Des Moines to get legal advice.
County Supervisors Dave Lee and Bruce Reimers reported that they had attended a meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 7 in Des Moines with majority leader of the Iowa Senate, Jack Whitver. Also in attendance were Nate Hoogeveen with the Iowa DNR, along with two other employees of the DNR and a representative from Destination Iowa. Bret Harklau from Humboldt also attended the meeting.

Thu
16
Nov

Vitzthum having a strong career finish

Submitted by admin on Thu, 11/16/2023 - 10:34am

Former Humboldt High athlete Tyler Vitzthum is one of the main ball carriers for the unbeaten Grand View University football team this season. Submitted photo.

Tyler Vitzthum gets a little emotional as his Grand View University football team pushes their way into post-season.

Vitzthum, a former Humboldt High standout, is in the fifth and final season of his career with the Vikings, a perennial NAIA power from Des Moines.

“I feel really good about how the season is going for myself and for our team. I feel really connected with the coaches and my teammates. We are doing everything we can to put ourselves into position for post-season,” Vitzthum said.

Vitzthum is one of two running backs who get the bulk of the carries each game for the Vikings, who closed out their regular season in a 40-0 victory over Clarke University last Saturday in Dubuque.

Entering their final game at Clarke College, Vitzthum (76 reps for 418 yards) and teammate Avery Gates (72-468) were the leading rushers this season with Dalten Van Pelt (54-238) next in line.

Thu
16
Nov

Coyle signs with Iowa Central

Submitted by admin on Thu, 11/16/2023 - 10:27am

Humboldt High senior Rylee Coyle (second-right) signed a national letter of intent to attend Iowa Central Community College in Fort Dodge and wrestle for the Tritons. Pictured above, from left: Humboldt activities director Ryan O'Hern, Zak Hensley, Coyle and Humboldt girls' wrestling coach Andy Newell. Independent photo.

Will wrestle for the Tritons

Rylee Coyle is ready to direct her attention to her senior year at Humboldt High School.
Coyle last week signed a national letter of intent to attend Iowa Central Community College in Fort Dodge and wrestle for the Tritons. Triton head coach Zak Hensley was on hand for the signing.
Coyle, who sat out all of last season due to having both ankle and knee surgery, finished runner-up at heavyweight two years ago at the state tournament.
“I’m grateful to have the opportunity to wrestle in college. Zak has helped me a lot through this and I thank him for that,” Coyle said. “I’ve been training hard and getting into condition for my senior year. You never can take anything for granted.”

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

Thu
16
Nov

Honors distributed at Wildcat football banquet

Submitted by admin on Thu, 11/16/2023 - 10:24am

Humboldt seniors Corey Dettmann (left) and Grant Dieleman (right) received the Wildcat Bad Cat Award at the team banquet held on Sunday evening, Nov. 12. Humboldt head coach Derrick Elman (center) made the presentation. Independent photo.

On a night which included plenty of emotion, a large crowd was on hand Sunday night to pay tribute to the Humboldt Wildcat football team on the recent 2023 season.

Wildcat sixth-year head coach Derrick Elman and his staff recognized the squad for their growth and success at all three levels of varsity, junior varsity and freshman football.

Elman, who finished his sixth season guiding Humboldt, led Humboldt to an overall record of 5-5, including 3-2 in a rugged Class 3A District 2. Despite heavy graduation losses from the previous two seasons where Humboldt advanced to the state playoff semifinals, the 2023 Wildcats were in the hunt for the district title right up until the final week of the regular season and earned a spot in the playoffs. The Wildcats fell in the first round to No. 2 Williamsburg, which is playing the finals this weekend.

Recipients of the Bad Cat Award, Wildcat football’s highest award, include seniors Corey Dettmann and Grant Dieleman.

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