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October 10, 2024

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DORMAN SHADLE

Submitted by admin on Wed, 10/09/2024 - 7:42pm

Dorman “Dean” Shadle, 72, of Humboldt, passed away at his home unexpectedly on Monday, Oct. 7, 2024.
Dean was born April 20, 1952 in Fort Dodge, the son of Dorman Dean and Bonnie (Knowles) Shadle. He grew up in Dakota City and attended Humboldt Schools. At eighteen he enlisted in the United States Army and served as a tank engineer. Following his discharge he returned to the area and opened a welding shop in Bode. He obtained his GED and went on to further his education obtaining a Bachelors in Electrical Engineering, making the Dean’s List every year. He owned and operated Compu Shop in Humboldt for a time and worked at Snap On Manufacturing in Algona until a work related accident forced him into retirement in 2001. Dean made his home in Dakota City and later Humboldt.

Wed
09
Oct

KATHRYN MACVEY

Submitted by admin on Wed, 10/09/2024 - 7:12pm

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Kathryn “Eileen” (Morrison) MacVey on Oct. 3, 2024, at the age of 89. Eileen was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, known for her generosity and dedication to service.
Born in Sulphur Springs, to Byron and Fern Morrison, Eileen grew up in Humboldt, where she made lifelong friendships that remained close to her heart. She had a passion for music, playing both the saxophone and piano, and shared that love with her children and grandchildren.
Eileen and her late husband, Curtis, were devoted members of First United Methodist Church in Ankeny, where she actively volunteered and served as President of the United Methodist Women. She lived a life of service, participating in mission trips, volunteering with United Way, and helping neighbors in need.

Wed
09
Oct

October 9, 2024

Tue
08
Oct

National Newspaper Week is Oct. 6-12

Submitted by admin on Tue, 10/08/2024 - 1:59pm

A look inside the Jan. 1, 1904 issue of the Humboldt County Republican, Humboldt Newspapers has been in business for 120 years!

By KYLIE PORTZ

Since 1940, the first Sunday of October has marked the start of National Newspaper Week. A weeklong event celebrating the service of local newspapers and their staff across the country.

In today’s fast paced society, it can be easy to get information and news from social media or online news sources. Leaving behind local publications for the virtual option.

According to a 2023 report from Northwestern University’s (NU) Medill School of Journalism, local newspapers are shutting down at an accelerated rate.

Medill’s annual “State of Local News Project” found that since 2005, around 2,900 newspapers have stopped publishing. Leaving approximately only 6,000 newspapers, with many of those publishing weekly.

In Iowa, according to the “State of Local News Project,” there are only 237 local newspapers remaining (as of 2024). Of those, 205 newspapers are weekly publications and only 32 are daily.

Tue
08
Oct

City Council hears from R.I.V.E.R group, discusses traffic control devices

Submitted by admin on Tue, 10/08/2024 - 1:50pm

By KYLIE PORTZ
The Humboldt City Council held their regular meeting on Monday, Oct. 7.

At the meeting, City Administrator Cole Bockelmann gave updates on FEMA, new streetlights and the removal of trees by Arbor Pro.

Bockelmann reported that site visits from FEMA have been scheduled for Oct. 23 to access damage from the floods as well as the city’s mitigation efforts.

He said, “I’m cautiously optimistic that will go well, and we can get something done there.”

Bockelmann then gave an update on the new streetlights installed along Sumner Avenue.

He said, “K&W did finish the streetlights. The timer is out, so they’re on permanently until tomorrow.

According to Bockelmann, Humboldt County Housing closed on the 906 2nd Avenue N property.

Mon
07
Oct

Wildcat girls clinch NCC volleyball title!

Submitted by admin on Mon, 10/07/2024 - 9:31pm

Humboldt's Mia Schluter serves the ball into play for the Wildcat volleyball team, which turned back Webster City in four sets on Oct. 7 to clinch a share of the North Central Conference title. Independent photo.

The Humboldt volleyball team clinched a share of the North Central Conference championship by turning back the Webster City Lynx in four sets on Monday night (Oct. 7) in the Humboldt gym. The Wildcats fell 27-25 in the first set but came back to win three straight by scores of 28-26, 25-15 and 25-22 to move to 16-8 overall, 6-0 in conference play. The Wildcats can be outright conference champions by beating Fort Dodge St. Edmond in their final match of the regular season on Oct. 17 in the Wildcat gym.

Humboldt will play in the Mason City tournament on Saturday, Oct. 12.

Mon
07
Oct

Darrell W. Buenting

Submitted by admin on Mon, 10/07/2024 - 2:12pm

Darrell W. Buenting, 90, of Livermore, passed away peacefully at home with family by his side on Wednesday morning, October 3, 2024.
A Celebration of Life and Visitation will be held at 2:00 p.m. with a Memorial Talk starting at 3:00 p.m. and a reception to follow on Saturday, October 19 at the River Valley Orchard & Winery in Humboldt. The Mason-Lindhart Funeral & Cremation Service is in charge of the arrangements. www.masonlindhart.com

Fri
04
Oct

Wildcats wallop Charles City, 42-0, host Algona in key district clash Oct. 11

Submitted by admin on Fri, 10/04/2024 - 9:51pm

Humboldt senior Mason Van Pelt goes outside around the Charles City defense for a first half touchdown in the Wildcats' 42-0 victory over Charles City on Oct. 4 in Humboldt. The victory moved the Wildcats to 5-1 overall, 2-0 in district play. Independent photo by Phil Monson.

Humboldt overcame a slow start and had no trouble in walloping Charles City, 42-0 before a large homecoming crown at Mason Maach Field in Humboldt on Friday night, Oct. 4.

The victory improved Humboldt to 5-1 overall, 2-0 in Class 3A District 2.

Humboldt quarterback Coen Matson threw a 71-yard scoring pass to Chase Flaherty late in the first quarter and the duo teamed up again midway through the second quarter on a 30-yard scoring pass.

Humboldt linebacker Cael Donahe intercepted a Charles City pass to set up the Wildcats' third touchdown, a 5-yard run by Matson. Mason Van Pelt scored on a 16-yard run late in the second quarter to give Humboldt a 28-0 halftime lead.

Thu
03
Oct

Hubbell, Vik crowned Queen and King

Submitted by admin on Thu, 10/03/2024 - 8:48pm

Elsie Hubbell and Landon Vik were crowned queen and king at the Humboldt High School Homecoming coronation ceremony Thursday night, Oct. 3 in the school gymnasium. Pictured, front row, from left: Lilly Allison, Macy Berte, Sami Varangkounh and Jasmine Fusco. Standing, from left: Mason Van Pelt, Keegan Groat, queen Elsie, king Landon, Coen Matson and Tyler Carlson. Independent photo.

Elsie Hubbell was crowned queen and Landon Vik at the Humboldt High School Homecoming coronation ceremony held in the high school gymnasium on Thursday night, Oct. 3.

The entire royalty will be recognized at halftime of Friday night’s football game.

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