Humboldt senior Garren Goodner’s journey into the world of FFA began his freshman year when he enrolled in a horticulture class. Little did he know that this initial step would sow the seeds for a…

HUMBOLDT — Sen. Jerry Moran, speaking to a regional development group on Wednesday, said company leaders often lament a shortage of workers. Plant managers and owners tell him “if we could find more people to…

HUMBOLDT — The city of Humboldt pledged $2,000 to KwiKom Communications in return for its commitment to expand the city’s fiber optic internet at no additional cost to the north section of town. The sweetheart…

HUMBOLDT — Construction of a new community center at the Humboldt Sports Complex will face a quick turnaround.  That’s because its funding — a $5 million grant — must be spent before September 2025.  “Now…

HUMBOLDT — The Osage tribe served a vital role as a sort of “military buffer” during the Civil War, particularly in Kansas. Isaiah McCaffery, a history professor at Independence Community College, told the story of…

HUMBOLDT — Several Humboldt High School seniors announced their plans for college or other career plans Wednesday during a ceremony at the Humboldt Community Fieldhouse. Emma B’Hymer will attend the College of Saint Mary to…

HUMBOLDT — The Humboldt school district in conjunction with the Southeast Kansas Mental Health Center, will receive nearly $5 million to build a multi-purpose health center and daycare facility. The facility will include a daycare…

Local residents can learn about the history of the Osage during the Civil War during a program Saturday in Humboldt.  The Allen County Historical Society is bringing “Last Stand at Rebel Creek: The Osage as…

Humboldt, Marmaton Valley and Crest high schools crowned their respective winter homecoming courts Friday evening. Humboldt’s Nathan Swogar and Emma B’Hymer received the honors. 

Humboldt, Marmaton Valley and Crest high schools crowned their respective winter homecoming courts Friday evening. Marmaton Valley’s Chase Smith and Janae Granere were crowned king and queen. They were accompanied by crown bearer Colt Dudley…