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Dr. Spicuzza Excited to Lead Prescott Schools

The Prescott School Board is enthusiastic about the completion of the search for their next superintendent. Dan Smaida tells KDWA his reaction to the board’s decision. Click here for audio     The decision for the new hire was unanimous and Smaida continues with his hopes for the district with Spicuzza at the helm. Click here …

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SEAS School’s “The Lorax” Play Successful

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton School’s STAGE Department put on their play “The Lorax” this past weekend, and we reached out to them during their cleanup day, Tuesday the 21st. Director Lindsey Anderson gives us what she was thinking during the performances, and what’s next for STAGE. Click here for audio     We then asked the …

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Snow, Sleet, No Match For Cardinals

The Prescott Cardinals Baseball Team remained undefeated on Tuesday afternoon, after their quick 2-0 win over Durand, LIVE on KDWA, with snow, sleet, and rain falling throughout the game. The Prescott Softball Team also won their game over New Richmond, 13-3, at Biggs Frey Memorial Field, on Tuesday afternoon. Stay tuned to KDWA throughout the …

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Huge Rebound Win For Raider Softball

The Hastings Raiders Softball Team were back at practice Tuesday, following their 13-3 rebound victory over South St. Paul on Monday. The win came hot off the heels of one of the toughest Raider Losses in recent memory, at North St. Paul, and Head Coach Dean Robinson was excited to see his team bounce back …

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Cardinals Host Home Meet Thursday

The Prescott Boys and Girls Track and Field Team have had only one meet so far this season, and are hoping Mother Nature cooperates on Thursday, for their lone home meet, at 4:15pm. Distance Coach Steve Peterson joined KDWA Sports for an update on the Eleva-Strum Meet, and a preview of Thursday! Click here for …

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Riverfront Renaissance Phase 3 Approved

The Hastings City Council has approved the commencement of the final design work for Riverfront Renaissance Phase 3. Hastings City Engineer Nick Egger outlines what the phase 3 design plan will entail. Click here for audio     Egger went on to recommend using the same contractor for phase 3. Click here for audio     The …

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Tire Thefts in Hastings

A recent string of thefts in Hastings has targeted a particular type of victim. Hastings Police Chief Bryan Schafer explains. Click here for audio        

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Unbeaten Cardinals Set For Durand

Head Coach Jeff Ryan of the Prescott Baseball Team also joined KDWA Sports for an update, to look back at the 5-0 start to the season, including last week’s victories over both Amery and New Richmond. The Cardinals will host Durand, LIVE on KDWA, Tuesday evening, at 5:00pm! Click here for audio        

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Sheriff’s Dept. Seeking Federal Grant

The Dakota County Sheriff’s Office has applied for a grant from the U.S. Department of Justice. The $450,000 grant, which pays $150,000 annually over three years, would fund a pilot program to more efficiently identify those who violate orders for protection. An order for protection is a civil court order issued against a person accused …

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Photography and GM ASEP Collab at DCTC

A hit television show in the United Kingdom called “Top Gear” recently became the focus of a collaboration between Photography and GM ASEP students at Dakota County Technical College. The collaboration started with the generosity of General Motors, who provided a 2015 Corvette for use in the GM Training Center at the college. The car, …

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