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Defeat Of Jesse James Days

The Defeat of Jesse James Days in Northfield, MN is not a regular town festival but an ode to the people of the past and an opportunity to educate all generations about what it was like to live in the 1876 America. Resident Wayne Eddy shares: Click here for audio For details on the history …

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Road Rage Incident

KDWA reached out to Hastings Police Chief David Wilske for details on the “gun-pointing incident” that took place on Monday, September 5: Click here for audio More details may become available once the investigation is no longer pending. Complete Story Audio: Click here for audio

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Hastings Police Report

The Hastings Police Department reported 37 incidents between August 22 and August 29 including: paper services, a found animal, several arrests including six resulting from active warrants and two for driving while intoxicated, expired vehicle registration, assisting medics, vehicle accidents, assisting with a juvenile problem, a parking complaint, a noise ordinance violation, a traffic violation, …

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Hastings American Legion Appoints New National Champlain

The Hastings American Legion has appointed a new National Champlain, Mark Antal. He stated that, “it is a great honor for me to serve as the National Chaplain for the American Legion. Thank you for this recognition”. Stay tuned to KDWA for more details on Champlain Antal and his new appointment. Click here for audio …

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ISD 200 Start Of School Year

ISD 200 continues preparations to welcome students back to the hallowed halls of learning for the upcoming school year, and Superintendent Dr. Bob McDowell had the opportunity to speak with KDWA about the upcoming year. He said that there is a good feeling of anticipation as the school year starts. Click here for audio     …

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Burglary Reported In Hastings

The Hastings Police Department reports that on Monday, August 29th, officers responded to a report of a burglary at Vermillion Bank that occurred in the early morning hours. HPD Chief David Wilske said in an email that this case is an active investigation and HPD has made no arrests in this case. Because of the …

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Hastings Man Faces Child Porn Charges

Reports have surfaced that Hastings resident Sawyer James Hays has been charged in Dakota County Court with 6 felony counts of possessing child porn. According to sources, charges say Snapchat reported Hays’ account to law enforcement for sharing suspected child pornography. Police executed a search warrant at Hays’ residence in Hastings and seized four electronic …

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Hwy 55 Closure Starts Tuesday

The construction project on Highway 55 in Rosemount continues, and the Project site at Mn DOT reports that motorists can expect a full closure of Hwy 55 near Doyle Path, starting at 12:01 AM, on Tue, Sept. 6 through mid-October. All businesses and residences will remain accessible throughout the project however, it may not be …

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ISD 200 Intros: Logan Newton and Hovseth

New faculty introductions continue at ISD 200, as Administration welcomes Bob Logan, Samantha Newton, and Emily Hovseth to the teacher’s ranks in the District. Logan will be the Practical Assessment Exploration System (PAES) Work-Based Learning Instructor for the High School, where he will help students prepare for the working world. Newton, a valedictorian of St. …

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Hastings Fleet Farm Ready To Open

Hastings Mills Fleet Farm held a pre-opening ceremony for local dignitaries and the media on Wednesday afternoon, and store Manager Kyle Cupp took a moment to comment on the process of refurbishing the building for Fleet Farm. Click here for audio     Fleet Farm also is committed to giving back to the community and has …

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