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ISD 200 Facility Requests Begin Aug. 1st

District 200 is a network of several buildings and facilities that the residents of the district can use for meetings, performances, workshops and classes. A process is required to inquire about possible use. That process begins with a review of the community Use of School Facilities 2015-2016 form found at hastingscommunityed.com. If your request involves …

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2015 Street Project Winding Down

The 2015 Street Project in Hastings is winding down with last layer of pavement laid down on July 8th. Hastings Public Works Director Nick Egger talks about bringing the project to a close. Click here for audio        

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Week In Review: Football, Hoops, and MORE

Even though it is the middle of the Summer, there has been plenty of sports news from across the Tri-County Area landscape, including a Hastings Football Report with Head Coach Dana Strain, more on the Basketball rule changes in Wisconsin, with Prescott AD Kyle Igou, and Boys Head Coach Nick Johnson, plus more information on …

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Resolution for Property Variance Passes

The Hastings City Council considered a resolution for a variance to the property at 1516 Eddy St. so the owner can construct a solar panel array. Hastings Community Development Director John Hinzman presented the resolution to the council. Click here for audio     The resolution passed by a 6 to 1 vote with council member …

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RTD Buttons on Sale

Sales of Rivertown Days buttons have begun, and the incentive for thinking ahead will save you 20% as the cost until Thursday is $4.00 with button cost at $5.00 beginning on that Friday. Buttons can be purchased at the Hastings Chamber of Commerce, 214 Vermillion Street Monday thru Friday until 5:00pm, and in several Hastings …

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KDWA Visits HFAAC

The legislature in the land of 10,000 lakes has adjourned and in the education bill that passed earlier this month is a measure that requires the state to examine and develop statewide swimming resources. It sets the stage for Minnesota to become the first state in the nation to require swimming in public schools. The …

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Cancer’s Last Match: Softball Tourney Fundraiser

Friends and Family of Hastings High School Freshman Student-Athlete Lynden Wilson are banding together to host an adult softball tournament, on August 15th and 16th, as a fundraiser for Lynden’s family, as he battles State 3 Hodgkins Lymphoma. Along with the tournament, there will also be a benefit and silent auction on August 22nd, at …

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Igou Breaks Down Wisconsin Hoops Changes

With the Wisconsin High School Basketball rule changes now in play, especially with the new two-half scenario, it may have caught some schools and Athletic Directors off-guard. Prescott High School Athletic Director Kyle Igou joined KDWA Sports on Thursday to go over the changes, and what it means to the Cardinals. Click here for audio …

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DNR Boat Launch Closing for RTD

The DNR Boat Launch in Hastings will be closed from 10:00pm on Thursday, July 16th through 5:00pm Sunday, July 19th in order to accommodate Rivertown Days. Hub’s Landing and Marina and the Hastings Marina do have boat launches available for a fee. Prescott City Administrator Jayne Brand says the public boat launch across the river …

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RRP2 Update from Nick Egger

Construction on the Riverfront Renaissance project is moving along at a steady pace. Hastings Public Works Director Nick Egger talks about the work scheduled for this week. Click here for audio        

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