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Fire Chief Reviews Thorwood Timeline

After the fire at the Thorwood property on December 14th, a steady stream of visitors have stood near the corner of 4th and Pine, many in tears to see for themselves the result of the 5 alarm blaze that left the former showplace with charred walls, broken windows and a compromised exterior. Traffic cones continue …

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Historic Church Rectory Gone

The Rectory of St Mary?s Catholic Church in New Trier was demolished on Thursday, December 14th. KDWA News Spoke with Father Cole Kracke regarding the reasoning behind the demolition. Click here for audio      He also talked about what is planned for the space. Click here for audio     Plans for the space have not …

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Cards Tame Tigers, Off Until Tuesday

The Prescott Cardinals Boys Basketball Team has had some time off, as they prepare for Osceola, next Tuesday, coming off of Tuesday’s commanding win over New Richmond. Head Coach Nick Johnson joined KDWA Sports on Thursday for a full report. Click here for audio       

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Update On Thorwood Inn Fire

Thursday Morning Update to the early morning blaze at the historic Thorwood Inn Rentals and Retreats which brought a full contingency of firefighters and emergency vehicles to battle the fire that sent smoke billowing into the frigid sky. Temperatures in the teens made water into ice on roads near the site at 315 Pine Street …

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Thorwood Fire

Breaking News: The Thorwood Building on 3rd and Pine experienced a building fire early in the morning of Thursday, December 14th. The cause of the fire is unclear at this time. Stay tuned to KDWA for details.    

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Rollover Accident Wednesday

An accident involving one vehicle that rolled onto it’s top was being handled by Hastings Emergency crews around 1:20 on Wednesday afternoon near Riverwood Drive and County Road 46 west of the city. Hastings Fire Department was on the scene and there were no immediate reports of the cause or any injuries. (photo by KDWA …

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Now 4-0, Raiders Host Hudson Friday

The Hastings Raiders Girls Basketball Team is now 4-0 following their 54-17 thrashing of East Ridge, last Saturday, and now have had plenty of time to get ready for Hudson on Friday. Head Coach Padrick Judd joined KDWA Sports on Wednesday with more on their early success. Click here for audio        

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Cardinals Head To Somerset Thursday

The Prescott Cardinals Girls Basketball Team is out to a 2-2 record through their first four games, coming off of their 60-53 loss to Saint Croix Central, last Friday night. Now, the Cardinals prepare for Somerset on the road, Thursday night, and Head Coach Ron Murphy is looking forward to it. Click here for audio …

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McNamara Receives GOP Endorsement

Breaking News Tuesday Night- Republican Denny McNamara was endorsed by his party on the first ballot during a meeting held Tuesday evening. McNamara hopes to return to public service as he seeks the Senate seat vacated by the resignation of DFL Dan Schoen. The special election will be held on Februrary 12th. McNamar served 14 …

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Mother Nature Slows Rink Building

It may be feeling more like Winter, but for Hastings Parks and Recreation, the area outdoor skating rinks are nowhere close to being ready to go. To answer questions regarding the outdoor rink situation, Hastings Parks and Recreation Sports and Recreation Coordinator Phil Vargas joined KDWA Sports on Tuesday to describe the situation. Click here …

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