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Veterans Honored
Parade, program highlights Veterans Day by Danny Wade Humboldt rolled out the red carpet for area veterans last Thursday with a parade and a special program, honoring them for their service to their country. Main Street was briefly closed at 10 a.m. for the parade, which began near the fire station and ended…
Read MoreJudge Ellis dies
Chancery Court Judge George Ellis passed away Monday morning at his home in Dyer, Tenn. Judge Ellis has served Gibson County courts since 1978 when he became the youngest individual in state history to serve on a constitutionally-mandated court. Ellis was appointed as the General Sessions Judge for Gibson County by the late Governor Ray…
Read MoreVeterans Day program, parade slated Thursday
by Katrina Smith “I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America,” are words that are uttered in schools, sporting events and patriotic events across the world. The pledge of allegiance is a solemn oath of commitment to the U.S. The flag is a symbol that is associated with freedom and the…
Read MoreMayor Wins By Landslide
Marvin Sikes pulls 75% of votes Carr, McNeal to faceoff in runoff election for Ward 1 Alderman position by Danny Wade The voters of Humboldt have spoken. And they spoke out at the tops of their lungs with a resounding voice by re-electing Marvin Sikes as their mayor for another term as mayor of Humboldt.…
Read MoreBarnett brings girl power
by Katrina Smith Living in a world full of confusion can be overwhelming for some people. Times are different today than they were yesterday. The youth are faced with so many peer pressures such as bullying, self-esteem and self-worth. These peer pressures may be the same as yesterday but the weight of the pressures is…
Read MoreLet’s talk safety: police, schools have plans
by Katrina Smith No one wants to be hurt and no one wants to be in danger. Sometimes, situations can arise that causes the safety of others to be violated. What is safety? According to Webster’s dictionary, safety is freedom from harm or danger. Humboldt Police Department Police Chief, Reynard Buchanan shared ideas on how…
Read MoreYahweh seeking alderwoman seat
The following is a paid political announcement submitted by the candidate. Mrs. Yahweh Yahweh lives in Humboldt, Tenn. with her husband Mr. Yahweh and their puppy Abbie. She is running for the alderwoman position for Ward 2. Yahweh realized that helping others unable to help themselves was a calling and not a career. Prior to…
Read MoreTrunk or treat back on this year
by Danny Wade Halloween is this week. Ghosts and goblins will be out and about going door to door trick or treating. But some parents are skeptical about sending their little ones to houses of people they do not know. For those looking for a safe way to enjoy Halloween, mark October 30 on your…
Read MoreHumboldt receives $150,000 grant
Grant funds available for downtown businesses to update store fronts by Danny Wade Humboldt businesses may be getting a facelift after the announcement was made by the state of Tennessee last Thursday. Humboldt will receive $150,000 to be used to update downtown businesses’ facades. Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee and Department of Economic and Community…
Read MoreSorority holds balloon release
by Katrina M. Smith Cancer has affected our lives in some shape, form or fashion. According to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, it is estimated to be 281,550 new cases of invasive breast cancer in women in the U.S. as well as 49,290 new cases of non-invasive breast cancer. Even though women are mainly affected,…
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