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Dr. Epperson plans 90-day listening tour
by Katrina Smith Dr. Janice Epperson has hit the ground running since she started work on July 1 as superintendent of Humboldt City Schools. She and her staff have worked hard to continue to work for the betterment of the school system. In the first 90 days, you will see Dr. Epperson all around the…
Read MoreEpperson attends first board meeting
Epperson attends first board meeting by Katrina Smith and Danny Wade The July 8 Humboldt School Board meeting last Thursday was the first of the new fiscal year. But more importantly, it was the first for newly hired director of schools, Dr. Janice Epperson. For her first meeting, it was also a most important meeting…
Read MoreBikes & Cars – Public Library prepares for big event
Foundation fundraiser to assist with Children’s Library construction costs by Katrina Smith Who are the Friends of the Humboldt Public Library and the Humboldt Public Library Foundation? They are a group of individuals who are dedicated in supporting and enhancing library services and programs in the community through strengthening advocacy efforts, increasing library awareness and…
Read MoreTrenton native oversees police reform in Albuquerque
Sylvester Stanley left Trenton as a teenager to serve his country and has since become one of the most well-respected names in law enforcement in New Mexico. So much so that he was recently appointed to one of the top leadership positions in the state’s capital. In March, Stanley was chosen for the newly-created position…
Read MoreMilan pitcher waiting on his big break
By Victor Parkins Former Milan Bulldog right handed pitcher Griffin Miller has come a long way since his time playing for the Diamond Dogs in the class of 2018. After two seasons playing for Dyersburg State Community College, Miller, 21, is playing in the Major League Baseball Draft League this summer. If his name is…
Read MoreHousing authority hosts summer camp
by Katrina Smith When a butterfly develops, it is not a butterfly immediately. There are steps that are taken leading into development. First the caterpillar crawls to and fro as an insect and then wraps itself into a cocoon. After being wrapped up for a period of time, the caterpillar turns into a beautiful butterfly.…
Read MoreChambers host job fair, expo
by Katrina Smith Over the past few months, the job market has been affected by COVID. In the Gibson County areas alone, the unemployment rate reached an all time high at 12.3 – percent in April 2020, compared to 3.6 – percent in April 2019. Businesses were forced to lay off employees and in some…
Read MoreTalking trash – mayor, board, citizens upset with trash service
by Danny Wade At the end of the Humboldt City Board meeting last week, discussion on the city’s trash pick up was on the agenda. The city contracts with Republic Services for residential curbside trash pick up and bulk pickup beside the streets. Over the past several months, Mayor Marvin Sikes said city hall has…
Read MoreSenior Citizen’s Center to reopen
by Katrina Smith Growing up, people have all enjoyed social activities. It gives a sense of pleasure and serves as a stress reliever that allows a break from things happening in life. If you are 60 and older, the Humboldt Senior Citizens Center is the place to be. The center, located at 202 N. Central…
Read MoreDr. Epperson accepts position as new director of schools
Hometown lady comes home to lead Humboldt City Schools, her Alma Mater by Danny Wade Humboldt City Schools has its new leader. Dr. Janice Epperson accepted the contract offered by the Humboldt Board of Education last week. Her first day on the job as director of schools will be July 1. Dr. Epperson was one…
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