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Humboldt celebrates veterans
by Ariel McRae and Danny Wade People from all over Humboldt gathered together on Main Street to celebrate the honor and sacrifice of local veterans on Friday, November 11. The Humboldt Exchange Club organized this event for the public to honor those who have served from Gibson County. A parade kick started the program. It…
Read MoreGibson County voter turnout at 41%
by Danny Wade Gibson Countians came out in low numbers for last Tuesday’s election. Of the 31,286 registered voters, only 12,826 casted their ballot. Less than half the voters (41-percent) participated in this election. By comparison, in the 2018 General Election, 16,491 voters took part in the democratic process, accounting for 55.71-percent of the total…
Read MoreTop 5 high school basketball games during Week 1 of season
A new high school basketball season for 2022-23 means more games for Michael Odom to try his luck at pick’em. Last season, I went 36-19 (.655) with my basketball picks, but this is looking to be a much better year. GIRLS BASKETBALL: 5 top returners, 5 breakout stars for girls basketball in Gibson County BOYS…
Read MoreMiddleton boys, Westview girls open West Tennessee high school basketball rankings at No. 1
The 2022-23 high school basketball season is here. Teams from across the state will play in Hall of Champions games this week to kick off the season. So who is expected to have a good team this season? GIRLS BASKETBALL: 5 top returners, 5 breakout stars for girls basketball in Gibson County BOYS BASKETBALL: 5…
Read MoreMilan returns to West Tennessee football rankings after second round
After two rounds of the high school football playoffs, only the top teams in West Tennessee remain alive and playing in the quarterfinals on Friday. The 12 teams ranked in this week’s rankings are still alive and will play for a spot in next week’s semifinals. GIRLS BASKETBALL: 5 top returners, 5 breakout stars for…
Read MoreGibson County area high school fall sports schedule for Nov. 14-19
Week 1 of the high school basketball season is here, and quarterfinal matchups in Division I football take place on Friday. Check out the full schedule of games for this week: TUESDAY High School Basketball 6 p.m. – Peabody at South Gibson; Bruceton at Bradford GIRLS BASKETBALL: 5 top returners, 5 breakout stars for girls…
Read More5 top returners, 7 breakout players for boys basketball in Gibson County
With the 2022-23 high school basketball season beginning next week, here are some players to watch this season. GIRLS BASKETBALL: 5 top returners, 5 breakout stars for girls basketball in Gibson County RANKINGS: All 12 of the ranked teams won in the first round PICK’EM: See who Parkins and Odom picked in the second round…
Read More5 top returners, 5 breakout players for girls basketball in Gibson County
With the 2022-23 high school basketball season beginning next week, here are some players to watch this season. BOYS BASKETBALL: 5 top returners, 7 breakout stars for boys basketball in Gibson County RANKINGS: All 12 of the ranked teams won in the first round PICK’EM: See who Parkins and Odom picked in the second round…
Read MoreTSSAA releases new districts, regions for start of 2023-24 school year
TSSAA released the new districts and regions that will go in effect with the 2023-24 school year and last through the 2024-25 school year. Schools can appeal the district they have been placed in at the Nov. 17 Board of Control Meeting in Murfreesboro. RANKINGS: All 12 of the ranked teams won in the first…
Read MoreCity, chamber, civic club come together for Halloween
by Danny Wade Last week, Bailey Park transformed into a trick or treat thrilling event with the annual community trunk or treat. Kids and their parents took advantage of an easy way to get loads of Halloween candy. The Humboldt Lions Club takes the lead each year organizing the event. Humboldt Mayor Marvin Sikes was…
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