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Mike Reis Resigns From School Board

On Monday evening, at 7:15 PM, ISD 200 School Board Director Mike Reis officially resigned from the ISD 200 School Board. He announced his resignation in a brief email sent to board directors and local media, and provided no other explanation regarding his decision. KDWA has reached out to Mr. Reis for further information and …

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Chris Jenkins Praised

The Hastings Parks and Recreation Department, and Director Chris Jenkins in particular, received compliments from the East Hastings Improvement Association with regards to the Lake Isabel Park Project. Pete Likes brought his comments to the City Council on Monday evening. Click here for audio     A budget amendment to approve bidding the project passed the …

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Bridge Work Coming to US 61

The Highway 61 bridge over the Mississippi River is scheduled for lane maintenance, starting on August 1st, according to signage posted on Highway 61 near the intersection with Highway 10 in Denmark Township. Initial information indicates that the bridge will be reduced to single lanes in either direction as crews will be performing maintenance on …

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RTD 2022 In The Books

Rivertown Days took place across Hastings this last weekend. Local businesses, churches and nonprofits along with volunteers and the Hastings Area Chamber of Commerce help make this city wide celebration happen from various friendly competitions, live music performed at various locations, a craft fair, kids’ carnivals, a petting zoo and more. A Hastings family shares …

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Hastings Sings Results

The 13th annual Hastings Sings took place on Sunday, July 17th during Rivertown Days, revealing the top 4 contestants just minutes before a brief summer rainstorm reached Levee Park. Lead volunteer Chuck Spavin reports that 2 singers, Eva Storkamp and Ella Kimmen have advanced to the State Finals in the 13-20 age division, while singers …

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K9 Duke Joins DCSO

The Dakota County Sheriff’s Office reports that a new K9 team will begin training for duty in the near future. K9 Duke, and his handler, Deputy Scudera are slated to train for apprehension techniques and explosives detection. Duke, a Belgian Malinois, joined the Department last week. Click here for audio         (K9 Duke with …

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Newport’s North Drug Turned Into Movie Set

Hollywood made a third trip to Newport earlier this month to film segments of a film due for release in 2023. Proprietor of the North Pole Restaurant, Brian North, commented on the process. Click here for audio     One of the stars of the film is known for another hit series. Click here for audio …

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City Council Meeting Preview

The Hastings City Council meets Monday evening. Mayor Mary Fasbender provides a preview of the agenda. Click here for audio     Click here for audio

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ISD 200 SRO Agreement Up For Renewal

A resolution to approve the renewal of the 2022-2024 School Resource Officer and Traffic Control Agent Contract between the City of Hastings and ISD 200 is up for deliberation by the Hastings City Council. According to information provided to the Council, the Hastings Police Department and ISD 200 have long had a joint School Resource …

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2022 Hastings Candidate Forum Set

The Hastings Progressives group will host the 2022 Hastings City Council Candidate Forum on July 26th at 7 PM, in the Hastings City Council Chambers, 101 4th St. E., and live-streamed by Hastings Community TV. This is a great opportunity for community members to get to know each of the seven candidates ahead of the …

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