In-Depth

MN HOUSE WEEKLY RECAP

MN State Representative for District 41B, SHANE HUDELLA stops into the studio this week to bring updates on the current status of affairs at the Hastings Veterans Home, and how his office has suspended an investigation into allegations at the home. He also brings information on the upcoming budget for the next biennium.

EASTER BASKET SCAVENGER HUNT SAT APRIL 1ST

Thank you to Hastings Rivertown Lions Club member JOLYNN FRANDRUP for telling listeners about their upcoming Easter Basket Scavenger Hunt on Sat, April 1st.

PAM COLLINS ON FROM COUNTRY TO CONDO'S

This Weeks Realtor Pam Collins on "from country to condo's." To get ahold of Pam call: (651) 319-1298, or your Hastings Edina Reality office at (651) 437-2121 and ask for Pam by e-mail at hastingsinfo@edinarealty.com:

THE TRAVEL SHOW WITH TED BLANK A MEMORABLE TRIP TO THE PANAMA CANAL

Just when you think your bucket list can't get any longer, TED BLANK, host of The Travel Show tells us about another great memorable trip idea - the Panama Canal!

CNC RED TAILED HAWK VISITS KDWA STUDIO

What a thrill to have JENNIFER VIETH, Executive Director of the Carpenter St Croix Valley Nature Center and the center's Red-tailed Hawk Ambassador in-studio with us!

HASTING MAYOR RECAPPING CITY COUNCIL MEETING

Thank you to Hastings Mayor MARY FASBENDER for recapping the most recent Hastings City Council meeting.

YOUR INVITED TO A PRESENTATION ON SYMBOLISM OF PASSOVER & EASTER

DOTTIE CHAMBERLAIN of REZ Church of Hastings invites you to a presentation on the symbolism between Passover and Easter.

HASTINGS SENIOR HEALTH & LIVING, ON JOB PAID TRAINING, SIGNING REFERRAL & RETENTION BONUSES

Hastings Senior Health and Living is offering on the job paid training, signing bonuses, referral bonuses and retention bonuses. Learn more in our interview with CHERYL DOUGLAS AND HEATHER RAUVOLA.

THE TRAVEL SHOW WITH TED BLANK A MEMORABLE TRIP TO THE PANAMA CANAL

Just when you think your bucket list can't get any longer, TED BLANK, host of The Travel Show tells us about another great memorable trip idea - the Panama Canal!

CNC RED TAILED HAWK VISITS KDWA STUDIO

What a thrill to have JENNIFER VIETH, Executive Director of the Carpenter St Croix Valley Nature Center and the center's Red-tailed Hawk Ambassador in-studio with us!

EASTER BASKET SCAVENGER HUNT SAT APRIL 1ST

Thank you to Hastings Rivertown Lions Club member JOLYNN FRANDRUP for telling listeners about their upcoming Easter Basket Scavenger Hunt on Sat, April 1st.

IN THE GARDEN - CATALOGS

In the Garden preview show welcomes back Kelly and Char as they dig into the world of garden and seed catalogs. Discover how they get a jump on preparing for the next growing season.

CHAMBER CHAT WITH HASTINGS CHAMPER PRESIDENT KRISTY BARSE

It's March Chamber Chat with KRISTY BARSE, President of the Hastings Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Bureau.

WHATS NEW AT ANYTIME FITNESS

Anytime Fitness trainers CORTNEY JANISCH and LISA KRUSE want you to hear what's new at the gym and how they can't wait to help you become the best version of yourself!

SUMMER WITH THE HPD

In this segment of COmmunity In-Depth, we chat with Hastings Police Department Community Engagement Officer WHITNEY RINWOSKI. We talk about summer activities and events involving the Hastings Police Department, including Sound the Siren, Police Week, and National Night Out.

PRESCOTT CHAMBER CHAT WITH CASEY JOHNSON

It's another edition of Prescott Chamber Chat and CASEY JOHNSON has great updates on how the city is gearing up for spring and summer fun!

BBB IMPERSONATION SCAMS

Thanks to BAO VANG, Vice President of Communications for the Better Business Bureau of North Dakota and Minnesota for taking time to come in studio and educate consumers on the latest scams the organization has been tracking.

MN HOUSE WEEKLY RECAP

In our weekly segment with MN Representative for House District 41B, SHANE HUDELLA, we talk about continuing efforts to eliminate taxes on Social Security benefits, the continuing investigation of allegations at the Hastings Veterans Home, and elimination of license fees for 100% disabled MN Veterans.

THE WEEK IN THE SENATE

MN State Senator for District 41, JUDY SEEBERGER, makes her weekly call in to provide an update on the week at the Capitol. We discuss a school lunch bill, bonding and projects affected by the bill stalling, and PFAS in firefighting foam, among others.

CHRISTY LUNDBY-HILL RATES & SENIOR REAL ESTATE SPECIALIST

Christy Lundby-Hill talks about rates & becoming a senior real estate specialist. If you have a question for Christy giver her a call at (651) 216-4676 or any of the Lundby Team at (651) 437-2121, you can e-mail Christy at:christyhill@edinarealty.com.

A TRIP TO ALASKA COULD BE IN YOUR FUTURE

Is Alaska on your bucket list? The Travel Show with host TED BLANK of Ted Blank Luxury Travel and Adventure is joined by JOE from Princess.

IT'S TIME TO START THINKING ABOUT SUMMER CAMPS AT THE YMCA

There might still be snow on the ground, but the Hastings YMCA is already thinking ahead to summer programming and camps. YMCA Executive Director JOSH SCHOAF tells us all about them.

COMMUNITY INPUT ON HWY 61 STUDY

BRYANT FICEK, MN DOT Project Manager thanked the Hastings community for their ongoing input regarding the Hwy 61/Vermillion Street study.

A TRIP TO ALASKA COULD BE IN YOUR FUTURE

Is Alaska on your bucket list? The Travel Show with host TED BLANK of Ted Blank Luxury Travel and Adventure is joined by JOE from Princess.

IT'S TIME TO START THINKING ABOUT SUMMER CAMPS AT THE YMCA

There might still be snow on the ground, but the Hastings YMCA is already thinking ahead to summer programming and camps. YMCA Executive Director JOSH SCHOAF tells us all about them.

COMMUNITY INPUT ON HWY 61 STUDY

BRYANT FICEK, MN DOT Project Manager thanked the Hastings community for their ongoing input regarding the Hwy 61/Vermillion Street study.

FREE TRAINING & SIGNING BONUSES BENEDICTINE LIVING COMMUNITY-REGINA

Benedictine Living Community-Regina is looking for people to join their family of caregivg, offering FREE training and signing bonuses in many areas. Learn all about this from KIM BLANCHARD and ROB HALBERG.

HAPPY ST PATRICK'S DAY

A special encore program from our My Music Matters files honoring St. Patrick's Day. Tap your toes to the tunes chosen especially for those who may celebrate this wee holiday and penny whistle along as we enjoy some Wearin' O the Green.

HISTORIAN SPENCER JOHNSN ON ST PATRICKS DAY

Historian SPENCER JOHNSON helps us prepare to "get our green on" with his conversation about St. Patrick.

A TRIP TO ALASKA COULD BE IN YOUR FUTURE

Is Alaska on your bucket list? The Travel Show with host TED BLANK of Ted Blank Luxury Travel and Adventure is joined by JOE from Princess.

PRESCOTT CHAMBER CHAT WITH CASEY JOHNSON

It's another edition of Prescott Chamber Chat and CASEY JOHNSON has great updates on how the city is gearing up for spring and summer fun!

COMMUNITY INPUT ON HWY 61 STUDY

BRYANT FICEK, MN DOT Project Manager thanked the Hastings community for their ongoing input regarding the Hwy 61/Vermillion Street study.

IT'S TIME TO START THINKING ABOUT SUMMER CAMPS AT THE YMCA

There might still be snow on the ground, but the Hastings YMCA is already thinking ahead to summer programming and camps. YMCA Executive Director JOSH SCHOAF tells us all about them.

HASTINGS TASTINGS WE HAVE THE DETAILS

AMY SUTTON and KELLY CARTER of Hastings Family Service have all the details about Hastings Tastings!

GRIEF CHAT WHAT NORMAL GRIEF LOOKS LIKE

On this month's Grief Chat, host DONNA MATHIOWETZ discusses what "normal" grief looks like.

WEEKLY UPDATE FROM THE MN HOUSE

MN State Representative for District 41B, SHANE HUDELLA, checks in from the Capitol to bring an update on Sovereign Nations Day, the status of legislation to remove taxation from SS Benefits, and the latest from the Hastings Veterans Home.

SQUEEZING TWO MONTHS INTO 20 MINUTES

The last time we spoke with Executive Director of Rise Up Recovery, TIFFANY NEUHARTH, it was January. In two months, a lot has happened, and we learn about new staff, the nearly-completed Providence House, continuing support and education programs, and upcoming sober events.

COURAGE KENNY OFFERING NEW SERVICE IN HASTINGS

Allina Courage Kenny of Hastings wants you to know the importance of a proper wheelchair assessment and other services that Allina offers. AARON WICKBOLDT, Physical Therapist and Supervisor and THERESA WICKBOLDT, Occupational Therapist and Assistant Professor at St. Catherine University give us details on plans for this service to be offered locally in Hastings.

PROGRAM MANAGER KRISTI OTTERSON TALKS ABOUT DAKOTA COUNTIES RECYCLE ZONE

The Dakota County's Recycle Zone in Eagan sorts things that come in and places them in the Reuse Zone part of the facility for FREE! During Mo's interview with KRISTI OTTERSON, Household Hazardous Waste Program Manager you will learn about it all.

YOU MIGHT BE FROM MINNESOTA IF....

In our interrview with author and illustrator KIRK ANDERSON see if "You Might Be From Minnesota If...".

GREG JABLONSKE ON OWNING VS RENTING

This weeks topic Greg Jablonske talks about "owning vs renting." If you have a question for Greg call (651) 437-2121 and ask for Greg or Wayne.

PFAS AND HIGHWAY 61

The City of Hastings continues to explore options for dealing with the PFAS issue in town. Public Works Director RYAN STEMPSKI visited the KDWA Studios to discuss what the City is doing to address the concerns. We also talk about the Vermillion Street Corridor Project and potholes.

FR MARTIN SIEBENALER TALKS ABOUT THE LOSS OF HIS BROTHER

One of KDWA's favorite guests FATHER MARTIN SIEBENALER stopped in to share memories of his brother FATHER LEONARD SIEBENALER.

LEARN ABOUT MANNERS IN TODAY'S WORLD

Etiquette expert MELISSA WILSON answers our questions about manners in today's world.

SQUEEZING TWO MONTHS INTO 20 MINUTES

The last time we spoke with Executive Director of Rise Up Recovery, TIFFANY NEUHARTH, it was January. In two months, a lot has happened, and we learn about new staff, the nearly-completed Providence House, continuing support and education programs, and upcoming sober events.

SPIRITUAL CARE AND AGING

ROB HALBERG, Marketing Manager at Benedictine Living Community at Regina introduces us to Chaplain LEIF McLELLAN as we talk about the importance of spiritual care in regards to aging.

VOLUNTEER AT HASTINGS SENIOR HEALTH & LIVING

Hastings Senior Health and Living invites you to consider volunteering at their facility! During Mo's interview with Chaplain GORDON GATHRIGHT and Activities Director HEATHER RAUVOLA learn learn about the many options available.

LOOKING FOR A SUMMER TRIP TED BLANK HAS SOME IDEA'S

Still looking to plan a summer trip with family and friends? During this week's edition of The Travel Show with your host TED BLANK of Ted Blank Luxury Travel and Adventure has some idea's.

SC TOYS 25TH ANNIVERSARY

KDWA congratulates BARB HOLLENBECK on the 25th Anniversary of her store SC Toys in downtown Hastings. Hear how the store has gone from selling vintage dolls to riding the waves of various toys over the decades.

SPENCER JOHNSON ON THE HISTORY OF BREWERIES IN HASTINGS

Learn more about the rich history of the breweries in Hastings from local historian SPENCER JOHNSON.

MARCH 6TH CITY COUNCIL MEETING REVIEW

Hastings At-Large City Council Member DAVE PEMBLE visits the KDWA studio to review the March 6th City Council meeting. He covers promotions and new hires, the 2023 Street Improvement Program, the Highway 61 Project, the annexation of land on 316 and so much more.

MINNESOTA SINGS WINNER TALKS WITH KDWA

MELINA SOLO-CRUZ is fresh from her recording session as one of the winners in the 2022 Minnesota Sings Competition. Hear are the details with Melinda and Lead Volunteer CHUCK SPAVIN.

JAN'S SCHOOL OF DANCE SOLD, JAN TRIPP TALKS WITH MO ABOUT RETIREMENT?

Congratualtions to JAN TRIPP, founder of Jan's School of Dance in Hastings on the recent sale of her business to former student KAYLA SOHN. Hear how she is easing into full-time retirement (someday) and what that looks like in our interview.

WEEKLY UPDATE FROM THE MN HOUSE

In this week's visit with MN Representative for District 41B, SHANE HUDELLA, we get updates on bonding issues, his perspective on the Foodworker's Strike in Hastings, issues at local care facilities, and a big "Congrats" to the Hastings Wrestling Team.

HASTINGS NATIVE WRITES A NOVEL

Hastings native CHRISTINA ALONGI stopped in to share news of the upcoming release of her upcoming novel Citadel.

HASTINGS SENIOR HEALTH & LIVING SHARING GRIEF

HEATHER RAUVOLA, Activities Director and Chaplain GORDON GATHRIGHT from Hastings Senior Health and Living reflect on the privilege it is to minister to residents at the facility.

A BUSY WEEK IN SENATE COMMITTEES

MN State Senator for District 41, JUDY SEEBERGER, checks with a laundry list of legislation she is working through the Committee process. From Payday Loan Rates and catalytic converter theft to PFAS in firefighting foam and taxation of social security benefits, we review the week that was.

VOLUNTEER AT HASTINGS SENIOR HEALTH & LIVING

Hastings Senior Health and Living invites you to consider volunteering at their facility! During Mo's interview with Chaplain GORDON GATHRIGHT and Activities Director HEATHER RAUVOLA learn learn about the many options available.

PAM COLLINS TALKS ABOUT WATER LEAKS

This Weeks Realtor Pam Collins on "water leaks." To get ahold of Pam call: (651) 319-1298, or your Hastings Edina Reality office at (651) 437-2121 and ask for Pam by e-mail at hastingsinfo@edinarealty.com:

THIS WEEK THE TRAVEL SHOW TED BLANK ON HIS RECENT CRUISE ON THE MEKONG RIVER

In this week's edition of The Travel Show with host TED BLANK of Ted Blank Luxury Travel and Adventure we hear about Ted's recent cruise on the Mekong River!