Humboldt Journal

Football is perhaps the ultimate team game. Even the most talented players rely on others to make themselves look good; Tom Brady isn't Tom Brady without his offensive line and even the best running back benefits from a fullback who can really block.

If there's one thing that makes coaches' blood boil, it's lack of effort. They can handle unlucky breaks or times when their team is simply overmatched, but losing because you didn't show up to play? That's another story altogether.

Over the next few years, the City of Humboldt may be extending the long arm of the law here in the city. Mayor Malcolm Eaton, city manager James Moller and Coun.

Turn on the smoke alarms and turn off the stoves because Fire Prevention Week is happening in Humboldt from Oct. 6-12. The theme for this year is "prevent kitchen fires.

NAGY: Evelyn Bernardena October 28, 1934 - September 30, 2013 The sudden and unexpected death of Mrs. Evelyn Bernardena (nee Hueser) Nagy of Middle Lake, SK, occurred at her residence on Monday, September 30, 2013. She was 78 years of age.

SIEGEL: Alfred David January 24, 1922 - September 26, 2013 The death of Alfred David Siegel of Bethany Pioneer Village in Middle Lake, SK, (formerly of the Muenster District) occurred at Humboldt District Hospital on Thursday, September 26, 2013.

POMEDLI: Evelyn Margaret (nee Wehage) June 4, 1927 - September 20, 2013 It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our dear mother, Evelyn Margaret Pomedli of Humboldt, Saskatchewan.

BREGENSER: Mathias "Math" Henry March 23, 1918 - September 23, 2013 The death of Mr. Mathias "Math" Henry Bregenser of Bethany Pioneer Village, Middle Lake, SK, occurred at his residence on Monday, September 23, 2013. He was 95 years of age.

As a society, we like to tell people that it's always best to follow your dreams and do what you love. It's good advice, but unfortunately lots of people end up with careers that are more work than joy.

A regular meeting of the City of Humboldt council was held on Sept. 23. Public Acknowledgments: Mayor Malcolm Eaton publicly acknowledged Arts Humboldt for the work they've done to promote events such as the upcoming Johner Boys concert on Sept. 28.