Historic Humboldt building comes down
By Shane Wofford A piece of Humboldt history is officially no more. Throughout last week, demolition crews worked to tear down the building located at 1322 Main Street in downtown Humboldt. Crews began work at the beginning of the week, and by Friday, all that was left was the rubble. The building has had a…
Read MoreMoss takes plea deal, jail time suspended on multiple drug, weapons charges
by Shane Wofford A Humboldt business owner has pled guilty to felony charges as a result of a raid on his business last year. Brian Moss, owner of Humboldt 24 Hour Fitness, was in court Wednesday, January 29 for charges he received during September of last year following a search of his property by the…
Read MoreJessie Stills
Funeral services for Jessie Lou Stills, 83, of Gibson, were held on Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 1 p.m. at Bodkin Funeral Home. Burial to followed in the White Rose Cemetery in Gibson. Visitation with the family was Saturday from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the funeral home. Mrs. Stills was born on March…
Read MoreTommy Finch
Tommy Finch, 82, a beloved father, husband and former Gibson County Commissioner, passed away at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital after a long illness on January 29, 2025. Mr. Finch was born on October 27, 1942 in Dyer, Tenn. to Gerald and Elaine (Alford) Finch. He was the grandson of Kelly and Luna Mae Finch of…
Read MoreCurtis Halford
Curtis Halford, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and dedicated public servant, passed away peacefully on January 24, 2025 at the age of 81. Born on March 27, 1943, in Union City, Tenn., Mr. Halford was a lifelong resident of the state he loved and served with honor. His’ passion for his community led him…
Read MoreMalcom Gregory
Services for Mr. Malcom Gregory were held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, November 30, 2024 at Lawrence-Sorensen Funeral Home North Chapel in Humboldt. Burial followed at Bethel Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation was held from 5-7 p.m. on Friday, November 29, 2024 and from noon until time of service on Saturday, November 30. Mr. Gregory was…
Read MoreRight to Know December 10
Sheriff’s Report Information listed for the Humboldt Sheriff’s Report is obtained from court records and printed as is. The Humboldt Chronicle cannot assume responsibility for correcting inaccuracies when information accurately reflects the records. Readers are cautioned that some names published may be similar to or the same as those of other members of the community.…
Read MoreBREAKING: Ricky Lee Webb cleared of charges after 48 years
Ricky Lee Webb, who was convicted in 1976 for the rape and murder of a Gibson woman, has had all charges against him dropped and is now a free man after nearly 50 years. Read the full story in next week’s editions of Gibson County papers.
Read MoreDr. Epperson receives high evaluation score
by Shane Wofford The Humboldt School Board met Thursday, October 17 in the library of Humboldt Jr./Sr. High School. Items on the agenda included the superintendent evaluation report, the superintendent report and a report on recent faculty training with the Humboldt Police Department. The superintendent evaluation report was presented to the board, rating Director of…
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