Humboldt Journal

In a sport where the smallest mistake can cost you hundredths of seconds and a spot on the podium, Humboldt native Lyndon Rush and brakeman Lascelles Brown's fourth-place finish at the World Cup two-man bobsleigh race in Altenberg, Germany pushed Rus

Between the smooth stride, the rhythm of the arm swing and the quietness of the arena during practice, one would not think to classify speedskating as an extreme sport. But do not let appearances deceive you.

Doing too many things at one time usually results in things being done poorly. Just look at anyone who tries to have a conversation while texting.

Runners cross Main Street on the first portion of the Humboldt Resolution Run on New Year's Eve. Eighteen runners and walkers ended 2012 on the right note by taking part in the five-kilometre Resolution Run in Humboldt on December 31.

DUST, Joseph John Bernard January 9, 1922 - December 30, 2012 The death of Mr. Joseph "Joe" John Bernard Dust of Bruno, SK, occurred at Humboldt District Hospital, Humboldt, SK, on Sunday, December 30, 2012. He was 90 years of age.

The Humboldt Kinettes were busy packing hampers and organizing supplies on December 20 for their Christmas Cheer campaign. This year, the Kinettes helped a total of 73 families - 16 couples without children and 57 families with children.

It was a big cheque in many ways.

LITTLE, Thomas Davey (Tom) passed away peacefully on Dec. 12, 2012 at the Lady Minto Hospital, Ganges, BC, surrounded by his family.

HUESER, Joseph Louis January 7, 1930 - December 26, 2012 The death of Mr. Joseph "Joe" Louis Hueser of St. Mary's Villa, Humboldt, SK, occurred at his residence on Wednesday, December 26, 2012. He was 82 years of age.

It is a surprising honour. When Adam Duke of Humboldt and Saskatoon learned he was the 2013 Junior Citizen of the Year, he was a little shocked. "I was in the middle of finals so I was kind of taken off guard," said Duke.