On the heels of yet another positive state budget forecast while Minnesotans continue to struggle with rising inflation costs, State Representative Tony Jurgens is calling on Governor Walz, Speaker of the House Melissa Hortman, and Senate Majority Leader Jeremy Miller to agree on the parameters of a special session that would focus on immediate tax …
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After what seemed to be forever in waiting, the new Jersey Mike’s Sub Shop on Vermillion Street in Hastings opened on Wednesday morning. KDWA spoke with manager Mike McGuire, who said the process was long and involved. Click here for audio McGuire also states that opening day has been an invigorating experience, both for …
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Work is continuing on the first phase of the Fairy Wonderland Park in Prescott, and Alison Ennenga, who heads up Healing Play, Inc., the organization behind the park, provided an update on the work. Click here for audio She is also happy to report that the recent Food Truck Festival provided an opportunity for …
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A plane crash was been reported on Tuesday afternoon near Cannon Falls. According to sources, Reports were given that a small plane that crashed near the Stanton Airfield, which is located at Highways 19 and 56, in Stanton Township. EMS crews arrived on the scene and confirmed a plane down in a field. They located …
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On Monday evening, the Hastings Planning Commission deliberated a Comprehensive Plan Amendment, for Rezoning, a Site Plan, and a Preliminary and Final Plat for a 32-unit Senior Assisted Living Facility proposed for the Southeast Corner of 33rd Street and Vermillion Street. Community Development Director John Hinzman provided a summary of the request. Click here for …
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The Prescott City Council deliberated continued development of a Senior Meal Prep Kitchen and COVID-19 Test area and general renovation of the Prescott Food Pantry at 911 Pearl Street. Renee Swensen of Cedar Corp updated the Council on the process to date. Click here for audio The Council awarded the bid for the Food …
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The Prescott Area Chamber of Commerce offers a hearty “Thank you” to everyone for participating and volunteering at the 50th Annual Prescott Daze this year. Chamber Coordinator Casey Johnson said there were a few changes to the weekend event, but it seems to have gone well and was a success, adding that they couldn’t have …
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The Hastings Police Department will now be better equipped to handle first aid situations on patrol after receiving a donation check of $1,500 on behalf of the VFW from Post Commander Paul Ollmann. The Police Department will use the funds to purchase Individual First Aid Kits (IFAKS) to be issued to the officers. Commander Ollmann …
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ISD 200 is still adhering to COVID protocols for students, staff and faculty in the District, and has published guidelines for monitoring and addressing COVID concerns in the District. According to the ISD 200 Health Services Department, families should be on the lookout for symptoms and be prepared to keep a student home, if a …
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The Hastings Fire and EMS Department held their annual Booya sale at St. Elizabeth Ann Seaton Church in Hastings on Saturday, and KDWA spoke with Fire Marshal Al Storlie, who provided an update on the event. Click here for audio As Booya enthusiasts claimed their own portions of 1,200 gallons of booya, Marshal Storlie …
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