Category: Featured

Wakota Care Plans River Protection

Earlier this week we heard from Hastings Fire Chief Mike Schutt about the diligence required to protect one of Hastings top resources,our river. There are measures in place to provide protection and the chief tells us who is involved in Wakota Care. Click here for audio There are many ways that hazardous spills could happen …

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State Preview With Coach McLay

The entire City of Hastings is eagerly anticipating Thursday’s State Wrestling Meet, as the entire team, plus ten individuals will all compete to become the best in the State of Minnesota. Head Coach Josh McLay joined KDWA’s Nick Tuckner on Tuesday, to look back at individual sections, and to preview the rest of the week, …

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Staff Charity Game Raises Nearly Three Grand

Monday night was again one of the most fun events of the school year at Hastings High School, as Staff from all over the district competed in a charity basketball game, that raised nearly 2700 dollars for outgoing Senior Scholarships, this spring! Hastings High School Assistant Principal Trent Hanson joined KDWA Sports again on Tuesday, …

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Last Call For Ice House Removal

Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reminds anglers about the upcoming deadline to remove their ice fishing shelters. Structures must be off lakes in the southern two-thirds of the state by the end of the day on Monday, March 7. For structures on lakes in the northern third of the state, the deadline is by the …

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Playoff Preview: Raiders Earn 4-Seed

The Hastings Boys Basketball Team will open their Section 3AAAA Playoffs on Wednesday night, at Hastings High School, as the #4 Raiders host #5 Rosemount, LIVE on AM 1460 KDWA Radio, at 7:00pm. KDWA’s Nick Tuckner caught up with Hastings Head Coach Chad Feikema on Monday, to look back at the regular season, talk about …

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Cardinals Set For Playoff Rivalry Showdown

With their Regional Playoffs set to begin on Tuesday evening at Prescott High School, the Prescott Cardinals Girls Basketball Team is preparing for their first round matchup with Highway 10 Rival, Ellsworth. Head Coach Ron Murphy joined KDWA’s Nick Tuckner to look back at the regular season, and to preview Regionals! Click here for audio …

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Mayor Issues Musical Proclamation

The Anniversary Concert held on Sunday received a visit by Mayor Paul Hicks as he presented Director Jim Jacobsen with the official proclamation that honored the River Valley Band by declaring Sunday, Feb 2nd 2016 as River Valley Band day in Hastings. The event was held at the Hastings Arts Center with a large audience …

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Snow Melt Brings Fire Danger

With minimal snow this winter and warming February temperatures, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources anticipates early snow melt. This means annual burning restrictions will take effect shortly after snowmelt occurs to help prevent wildfires. Linda Gormanson, DNR fire prevention supervisor says 98 percent of wildfires in Minnesota are caused by humans with burning debris …

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Friday Final: Hastings 57, Sibley 40

On Senior Night at the Field House, the Hastings Raiders Girls Basketball Team jumped to 19-5 overall, following Friday’s 57-40 win over the Henry Sibley Warriors, sweeping the season series. Mallory Brake led the Raiders with 22 points, while Krystal Carlson added 21 in the victory. The Raiders will next travel to Hill-Murray Tuesday night, …

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Week In Review: Winter Playoffs Continue

This weekend, our KDWA Sports “Week In Review” takes us all over the Sports Landscape, with Hastings Wrestling Coach Josh McLay, as his boys prepare for State, next Thursday. Plus, more with State Championship Coach Samantha Schoen from the Prescott Dance Team, and more with Hastings Assistant Principal Trent Hanson, on Monday’s upcoming HUGE Charity …

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