Month: February 2026

At the February 17th Dakota County Board of Commissioners meeting, county manager Dr. Heidi Welch presented an update on the county’s response to Operation Metro Surge. The presentation was an overview of the situational update, […]

The Hastings High School Pathway Program has incorporated new certifications for students interested in various career fields. High school principal Scott Doran shares more information. More information about the Pathway Program can be found on […]

At the Hastings City Council meeting on Tuesday, February 17th, Mayor Mary Fasbender was joined by LMC Mayor for a Day essay contest winner Vivyann Swanson. Swanson opened the Hastings City Council meeting by calling […]

The interview process for the Hastings Police Chief candidates is underway. On February 17th at City Hall, a panel of various community leaders and staff members interviewed the three candidates. The new police chief will […]

Minnesota’s Dakota County Sheriff’s Office launched a podcast—Raising the Bar. The first episode aired on Friday, February 13th. And not only that, the Dakota County Sheriff’s Office created an app. Sheriff Joe Leko highlights the […]

In the comments from the audience portion of the Hastings City Council meeting, Aaron Dean, a construction attorney, represented 3D LLC, proprietors of the Hastings Creamery. Dean addressed a resolution set in the agenda for […]