In Depth
UPDATE ON HASTINGS PUBLIC SCHOOLS –
Thank you to Hastings Schools Superintendent Dr. KRISTINE WEHRKAMP HERMAN for updating listeners on a wide variety of topics in our interview.
Month: January 2026
Obituaries
Sandra J. Schommer
Sandra J. Schommer, age 83, of Hastings, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 14, 2026. Sandra was born on September 12, 1942, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, to William and Edna (Eagles). She grew up in […]
Local News
Hastings Planning Commission Recap
The Hastings Planning Commission had its most recent meeting on January 12. The meeting included a call to order followed by an oath of office for commissioners McGrath, Moes, DePalma, Montgomery, and Silber. Commissioner Peters […]
Local Sports
SEAS Basketball Gearing Up For Tournament
The Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Patriot Tournament is coming up, and KDWA sat down with SEAS Boys Basketball Coach Mike Tappella to talk about this year’s team, the tournament, and more. Look for the entire […]
Local News
January 12th Prescott City Council Recap
The Prescott City Council meeting was held on January 12th. There was a call to order and approval of the consent agenda items. There were delivered reports from the standing committee and commissions. Such as […]
In Depth
Getting To Know You Kristi Myre
You’ve heard her on our station, now get to know her better in our upcoming interview with KDWA News Reporter KRISTI MYRE.
In Depth
Prescott Chamber Chat
In this month’s Prescott Chamber Chat we talk Winterfest, annual dinner and new businesses coming to the downtown with Chamber Coordinator Trish Huber.
In Depth
Rainbow Bridge Installed
How did the beautiful Rainbow Bridge end up being installed at the Hastings Dog Park? Community organizer Nicole DePalma was behind this endeavor and shares the full story with us.
Local News
Hastings Police Blotter January 13
The Hastings Police Department released its incident report for the dates of December 29 thru January 5. Incidents include DWIs, domestic assault arrests, assisting other agencies, and responding to accidents. Click below to listen:
Local News
Cottage Grove Seeking Two Commission Members
The City of Cottage Grove is seeking advisors to join its Heritage Preservation Committee. The city is seeking two volunteers to join and serve on the committee. This is a 7 member advisory group that […]