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Chemical scare evacuates local industry
by Danny Wade A chemical scare at a local factory had first responders scrambling to get to the scene. A valve malfunction at Bongard’s Creameries released a small amount of anhydrous ammonia. Humboldt Fire Department Assistant Chief Leroy Kail said this type accident could have been much more serious. Chief Kail said they received the…
Read MoreSchool directors react to state designations
By Crystal Burns Directors of Schools for all five county school districts have shared their initial reactions to the Tennessee Department of Education’s designations, released recently along with TNReady (third-eighth grade assessments) and End of Course (high school) test results. The Gibson County Special School District (GCSSD) received the state’s highest designation, earning Exemplary status.…
Read MoreFormer Navy Seal to speak at God & Country Rally
A former Navy Seal will be the featured speaker at the God & Country Rally to be held Wednesday, Sept. 11 at 6:31 p.m. at the Gibson County Courthouse in Trenton. Michael H. Imhof is an evangelist with a unique background. The retired Navy commander and former Navy Seal has lived and worked all over…
Read MoreJuveniles charged in Humboldt shooting
A Humboldt shooting has left one person dead and two facing charges. On Tuesday, August 20, Humboldt police responded to a shots fired call in the 2300 block of Maple Circle in Humboldt. Police and first responders arrived on the scene where a 16-year-old male victim was found. According to reports, the victim had been…
Read MoreFoundation seeking recipes for cookbook
by Danny Wade Reading and cooking are two activities that do not often go hand-in-hand. But one exception would be cookbooks. A local foundation plans to publish a cookbook with recipes from local people. “The Humboldt Public Library Foundation Board is creating a custom cookbook featuring favorite recipes from our community,” said board member…
Read MoreMusic club folds after 97 years
by Danny Wade Humboldt’s oldest continuously running club has called it quits. The Humboldt Music Club has dissolved due to lack of participation. “It’s a sad day,” said music club member Fran Newell. “The Humboldt Music Club has sung its last note.” The Humboldt Music Club was founded in 1923. The club’s last program…
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Read MoreBeer permit rejected a second time
by Danny Wade For a second time in three weeks, a Humboldt business has been denied a beer permit. The owners/partnerships of Q-Mart/Valero located at 2990 East End Drive had twice submitted beer applications but were turned down. During the Humboldt Board of Mayor and Aldermen meeting on Monday, August 12, Ezzat Hannah, one…
Read MoreFFA Auction & BBQ set for Saturday
Going Once, Twice, Sold by Danny Wade Who doesn’t like to find bargains these days? Everyone wants to find good deals. How would you like to find these good deals while helping out local students? If so, the annual Humboldt FFA Alumni Auction and BBQ is the place to be Saturday. Once again,…
Read MoreBoard discusses superintendent’s contract
by Danny Wade Will Humboldt City Schools soon be looking for a new leader? After Thursday night’s school board meeting, a contract extension for the director of schools is up in the air. Dr. Versie Hamlett’s contract is set to expire June 20, 2020. Typically, the early part of the final year of the superintendent’s…
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