A charter bus with 35 YMCA youth campers on board was pulled over on I-35 northbound in Carleton County on Sunday, and the driver of the bus, identified as 49-year-old Cannon Falls resident Patrick Bullard was arrested for Driving While Intoxicated, according to the MN State Patrol. A criminal complaint filed in Carlton County Tuesday …
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Wuollet’s Nears Opening Date
Activity has increased in the old store space occupied by Emily’s Bakery as Wuollet’s Bakery puts the finishing touches on renovations to the space to reopen the store. Eric Shogren of Wuollet’s talks about the process. Click here for audio Shogren also said the staff are ready and rarin’ to go. Click here for …
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Local Church Continues Donations To Ukraine
The situation in Ukraine may have faded from the headlines, but local groups continue to conduct outreach and assistance efforts for those affected by the ongoing conflict. Pastor Randy Berg, of Calvary Church in Hastings, talks about the 30-year partnership his church has had with a church in Ukraine. Click here for audio Grass …
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UWH Campaign Kickoff Coming
The traditional United Way of Hastings (UWH) annual giving campaign kickoff will be held at Todd Field this year to coincide with the first home Hastings Raiders football game on Thursday, September 1. UWH staff and board members, campaign sponsors, and other representatives will be wearing United Way’s signature “LIVE UNITED” T-shirts and will greet …
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VFW Patriot’s Pen And Voice Of Democracy Contest
The Hastings’ Lyle Russell VFW Post 1210 is again hosting the annual Voice of Democracy and Patriot’s Pen Essay Contests in the Hastings area. This is a great opportunity for students to challenge their written or verbal skills! Local winners will receive cash awards and a chance to compete at the State and National levels. …
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Coulee River Trails Photo Contest
The Coulee River Trails Association has announced their first annual photography contest. The aim of the contest is to help capture the unique habitat and natural beauty of the Coulee Trails region. Contest rules are that Photos must be submitted in high resolution (at least 300 DPI), must feature the Coulee River Trails region including …
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Mussel Study Approved
In ongoing planning for the development of a Boat Launch and Fishing Pier, the City of Prescott has learned that prior to the work being done, the DNR is requiring a mussel survey and relocation be completed. According to information provided to the City Council, this work was to be previously included in the bidding …
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Prescott Chosen For EPA Study
The City of Prescott has been selected by the Wisconsin EPA for a pilot study for a biological treatment of nitrates in municipal drinking water, and the Prescott City Council heard a report on the request from the EPA to use well #4 in town for the study. Alderperson John Peterson presented the information that …
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PSD Staff Intros: Ross Wargula
The Prescott School District has announced that Ross Wargula has been hired as an 8th grade Special Education teacher for the District. Wargula brings four years of experience in 6th to 10th grade education, a Bachelor’s Degree from UW River Falls, and Master’s Degrees in Coaching and Athletic Administration from Concordia University and Special Education …
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PSD Staff Intros: Courtney Westberg
Prescott Intermediate School warmly welcomes teacher Courtney Westberg to the faculty. According to the Prescott School District, Westberg has seven years of teaching experience and obtained her BS in Elementary Education from UW River Falls and is pursuing a Master’s Degree from Mankato State University. Westberg will be teaching fourth grade students this year and …
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