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STATEMENT MADE: RAIDERS PULL AWAY FROM LAKEVILLE SOUTH 8-4
The Hastings Raiders baseball team made a statement with a big win over the South Suburban’s top team, the Lakeville South Cougars, pulling away for an 8-4 decision. The Cougars opened up a 2-0 lead in the top of the 1st inning, but Gavin Odman was able to shake off an admittedly troublesome start and …
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Planning Commission Deliberates Park Dedication Ordinance
At a meeting on Monday evening, the Hastings Planning Commission met to hold a public hearing in regards to the City’s Park Dedication fees. Parks and Recreation Director Chris Jenkins provided a summary of the proposed changes establishing park dedication fees based on metrics of population and existing acreage. Click here for audio The …
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New Prescott Daze Detour Planned
The Prescott City Council deliberated a measure for a new detour route for traffic into town during Prescott Daze, this September. Alderperson Dar Hintz briefed the Council on the measure. Click here for audio The Council also discussed signage for the weekend and whether or not the public boat dock should be closed. The …
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Bear Sighting In Hastings
On Tuesday, The Hastings Police Department received a call of a bear sighting at Hwy 55 and Maple Street. City officials remind residents to be aware of your surroundings, never feed or approach bears, secure food and garbage containers, remove bird feeders and notify neighbors if bear activity is observed. The Hastings Police Department has …
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PRESCOTT GIRLS TRACK WINS REGIONALS, CARDS SENDING NUMEROUS TO SECTIONS
The Prescott Girls Track and Field team won its third straight region championship to punch its ticket to sectionals, and many numerous individual results also occurred for the Cardinals during this weeks regional. The following events saw Cardinals qualify for sectionals: The 4×400 relay of Ava Budworth, Katrina Budworth, Ella Johnson and Sophie Ripley took …
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Bock Completes Run Across MN
On Monday, Veteran’s Advocate and avid runner Scott Bock completed a cross-state run to raise awareness for veteran’s and mental health issues. Representing Team Red, White, and Blue, and Bigger Than The Trail, Bock began his running odyssey on May 18th, in Gary, SD, and completed his run at 3 PM on Monday in Hastings’ …
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Hastings Rotary Student Of The Month
ISD 200 reports that the April Hastings Rotary Club Student of the Month is Lindsay Mathison. According to the nomination, Lindsay has really stood out this year in a number of different ways, including captain of the senior Powder Puff team, participating in Student Council and being an FCA huddle leader. Lindsay’s desire and ability …
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May 24 School Board Meeting Preview
The ISD 200 School Board meets for regular business at 6 PM, on Wednesday, May 24th, in the Media Center of Hastings Middle School. Agenda items include recognition of the Rotary Students of the Month, and Employee of the Year, standing reports from the Superintendent, the Building Construction Fund, fundraising, and ISD 197. A number …
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Washington County Explorers Post Honored
Washington County Explorer Post #9528 has been selected as the 2023 Minnesota Exploring Post of the Year. This award is given to an Exploring Post that goes above and beyond in their commitment to the community and dedication to making the Exploring Program a success. This group of youth have shown remarkable enthusiasm, passion, and …
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RTD Planning Nears Completion
The Crown Jewel of Summer in Hastings is Rivertown Days and planning is nearly completed for this year’s version of the annual celebration. Hastings Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Bureau President Kristy Barse provides a sneak peak at this year’s celebration. Click here for audio A new feature will be added this year …
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