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Prescott City Election Has No Ward One Candidate

Annual elections for the Prescott area are scheduled for Tuesday, April 5, and Prescott City Clerk Jayne Brand indicates that elections in Prescott this year will be different from other recent elections. Click here for audio     She also explains the process if no one declares a candidacy for the seat. Click here for audio …

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Prescott City Election Has No Ward One Candidate

Annual elections for the Prescott area are scheduled for Tuesday, April 5, and Prescott City Clerk Jayne Brand indicates that elections in Prescott this year will be different from other recent elections. Click here for audio     She also explains the process if no one declares a candidacy for the seat. Click here for audio …

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Prescott City Council Meeting Preview

The Prescott City Council meets Monday evening. City Clerk Jayne Brand provides a preview of the agenda. Click here for audio     Click here for audio        

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Rise Up Recovery Starts New Group

In continuing efforts to reach out to families with loved ones suffering from chemical addictions, Rise Up Recovery in Hastings has started a new family support group with Thrive Family Recovery Resources. The Thrive! group will begin meeting at the Rise Up Recovery Center at 507 Vermillion Street at 6:30 PM on Thursday, March 31st. …

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More ISD 200 Policies Under Scrutiny

The Independent School District 200 Board has enacted Policy 215-Addressing School Board Member Violations, pertaining to Board Member Carrie Tate for her vote and comments surrounding the ratification of the teachers contract during the February 2 Special Board Meeting. The board cites violations of Policy 209-Code of Ethics.Vice Chair Stephanie Malm acted as Chair during …

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Local Farmers Recognized

A commitment to continuous improvement in environmental and economic sustainability, a contribution to the body of agronomic research that pushes the needle forward on efficiency, and an innate call to be one’s personal best are the hallmarks of the American farmer. It is this steadfast spirit that the National Corn Growers Association tips its hat …

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Policy 215 Issue Continues

Independent School District 200 residents have been inquiring about the possible enactment of Policy 215 pertaining to Board Members Carrie Tate and Jessica Dressely, citing violations of Policy 209-Code of Ethics. Policy 215 is entitled ?Addressing School Board Member Violations? and the purpose is as follows, ?the Board and each of its members are committed …

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Waits Launches TransParent Alliance

Hastings resident Kelsey Waits, whose family was recently featured in national news, spent years searching for resources on how best to raise a transgender child. With limited resources on the subject, and few people to turn to, her family felt very isolated. Now she is working with other parents to turn their experiences into action …

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UWH Receives Donation From Treasure Island

Treasure Island Resort & Casino has donated to United Way of Hastings as the casino’s charity partner of the month. A total of $15,000 has been raised by casino guests donating unclaimed slot tickets along with a matching donation by Treasure Island Resort & Casino. United Way of Hastings was the recipient of $7,500 and …

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Parklets and Cafes Set To Return

One aspect of the COVID pandemic that is actually popular with visitors to downtown Hastings is the availability of outside seating for dining, with the use of parklets and cafes by eating establishments. Hastings Mayor Mary Fasbender reports that these popular features are ready to return for the summer of 2022. Click here for audio …

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