March 2026 – Page 2 – KDWA 1460 AM & FM 97.7

Hastings Superintendent Encourages the Community to Attend the April 1 Community Collaboration Meeting

March 30, 2026 Kristi Myre

There is an ISD 200 Collaboration Meeting happening April 1, from 6pm to 7:30pm, in the Hastings High School Lecture Hall. Superintendent Dr. Kristine Wehrkamp Herman offers insight about the purpose and structure of the […]

Hastings and SEAS Archery Post National Qualifying Scores at State, Prescott Track and Field in Action Over the Weekend

March 30, 2026 Andrew Swadner

Hastings High School and SEAS Archery teams competed at the state meet on Friday in Saturday in Duluth, joining almost 2200 archers from 93 schools. Beginning Friday on 3D, Hastings posted a tier 3 National […]

Greg Jablonske On Aging & Housing

March 30, 2026 Dan Massman

This weeks topic, Greg Jablonske talks about “aging and housing.” If you have a question for Greg call (651) 437-2121 and ask for Greg or Wayne.

Hastings Director of Public Works Ryan Stempski Tells about Upcoming Road Construction

March 30, 2026 Kristi Myre

With the cold of winter hopefully in the rearview mirror, a spring priority for Hastings Public Works will be repairing the roads from the harsh temperatures. Hastings Director of Public Works Ryan Stempski said the […]

Tom Dippel MN House Rep District 41B With An Update

March 30, 2026 Dan Massman

Minnesota House of Representative District 41B Tom Dippel talks about the big picture, vehicle tab fees, e-moto bill, SNAP reform and government oversight.

MN State Senator Judy Seeberger

March 30, 2026 Dan Massman

Minnesota State Senator Judy SeebergerDistrict 41 talks with KDWA on the following topics, brief overview of where we are in the session, senate fraud package, bonding bill along with individual bills.

Local News

Hastings Police Department Prioritizes Mental Health Support

March 29, 2026 Kristi Myre

The Hastings Police Department works hard to ensure safety within our community. The work is tough and can have a mental toll on the police force, leading to increased stress and burnout among officers, which […]

Laurie A. (Kendall) Lorentz

March 29, 2026 Dan Massman

Laurie A. Lorentz (Kendall), age 70 of Hastings, passed away suddenly but peacefully at her winter home (her happy place) in Zephyrhills, Florida on Friday, March 27, 2026. Laurie was born on September 8, 1955, […]

In Depth

Drive Smart With Quinn Motors Of Ellsworth

March 28, 2026 Dan Massman

During this episode of Drive Smart with Quinn Motors of Ellsworth! We talk about how car dealerships have evolved over the years and what those changes mean for you as a buyer. Don’t miss it! […]

ISD 200 Director Brunz and Director Mikel-Mulder Highlight Two Opportunities

March 27, 2026 Kristi Myre

ISD 200 School Board members highlight a couple important items happening soon. Director Brunz shares about the student school board application that’s closing soon. (Listen to the soundbite below.) The Community Collaboration meeting is happening […]