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Shop with a Cop is more than presents by Danny Wade Even though Christmas is just a week away, Santa Claus made an early visit to Humboldt last week. He was in town to support Humboldt’s Shop with a Cop event. Even though Saint Nick did not fly in on his sleigh pulled by reindeer,…

Santa Claus came to town by Katrina Smith “You better watch out. You better not cry. You better not pout. I’m telling you why, Santa Claus is coming town.” These are the first words in the popular Christmas song, “Santa Claus is coming town.” Last Wednesday, that is exactly what happened. Santa Claus came to…

by Katrina Smith Every day is filled with challenges, but in the midst of these challenges, what can be done?  Last Saturday, people in the community assembled together last Saturday to talk about these challenges that affect the community in which they live. Recently, tragedy struck the city. This made everyone think outside the box…

by Danny Wade There was a party going on in Humboldt Thursday evening. Businesses across town hosted open houses. Shoppers packed into the store finding bargains galore. Humboldt Chamber of Commerce sponsored the city-wide event. Chamber Executive Director Amanda Love praised Events Coordinator Beth Culpepper and Administrative Assistant Sydney Lopiccolo for putting on such a…

by Katrina Smith After graduation, life begins for each graduate. Some students take the road to work while others take the road to further their educational endeavors. Montrez “Trey” Ward, a 2019 graduate of Humboldt High School, knew his life was just beginning and things would be different. He understood this new plan and was…

Buffet line tempts readers’ taste buds with Thanksgiving smorgasbord of library books by Katrina Smith Sampling different foods will tickle your taste buds every time. While shopping in some stores, customers are able to do a taste test of food before they buy. The Humboldt Public Library had a taste test last Tuesday, not with…

Deputies handing out Christmas salutations by Danny Wade Unsuspecting drivers in Gibson County are being pulled over by Gibson County sheriff’s deputies each year. But in December, instead of writing tickets, the deputies are doing good deeds, handing out $4,000 worth of gift certificates that can be used at dozens of businesses throughout the county.…

by Katrina Smith Election night was a big night in the city of Humboldt.  The citizens took to the polls on November 2 and political hopefuls were anxious to see the results. The three candidates, Leon McNeal, Lenford Carr and Mrs. Yahweh faced off for the Ward 2 alderman seat. Carr received the most votes…