In-Depth

100 HOMELESS PEOPLE IN HASTINGS AMY SUTTON HAS THE DETAILS

Currently there are approximately 100 homeless people in Hastings. Does that surprise you? Learn all about it during Mo's conversation with AMY SUTTON, Executive Director of Hastings Family Service to learn more.

PRESCOTT WINTERFEST JANUARY 14TH

Mark your calendars for Prescott's WINTERFEST - January 14th! Hear planning details from KIMBERLY BRAUN, owner of Lucille's in Prescott.

HASTINGS CHAMBER CHAT WITH JESSICA DODGE

Thank you to JESSICA DODGE for filling in for this month's Hastings Chamber Chat and sharing all the fun things going on at the chamber between now and the end of January!

ON THIS WEEKS TRAVEL SHOW HOST TED BLANK WITH HOW ENHANCEMENTS CAH BENEFIT YOUR TRAVEL EXPERIENCE

Travel companies are changing and adapting to the requests of their customers! During this week's Travel Show with host TED BLANK of Ted Blank Luxury Travel and Adventure you will learn how these enhancements can benefit your travel experience.

CARPENTER NATURE CENTER EMBRACING WINTER

12/08 -Carpenter St Croix Valley Nature Center is embracing winter on both of their campuses! Hear all about it from ERIKA JENSEN and DELANEY OSMOND.

FREE PRE-DIABETES SEMINAR SERIES

Juniper wants you to make an investment in YOU this next year by attending their FREE pre-diabetes seminar series. All the details during Mo's interview with class instructor JENA RADANT and RACHEL VON RUDEN of Juniper.

PROGRAMMING AT THE YMCA

During Mo's conversation with Executive Director JOSH SCHOAF and Forever Well Coordinator TRACY SPINKS they chat about Dec programming at the Y.

HFS EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AMY SUTTON THANKS THE COMMUNITY

Hastings Family Service Executive Director AMY SUTTON wants to thank the community for all the wonderful ways they have given to HFS this past year.

GRIEF CHAT HOST DONNA MATHIOSETZ ON AMBIGUOUS GRIEF

DONNA MATHIOWETZ, Host of Grief Chat on KDWA talks this month about "Ambiguous Grief" - a job loss, divorce, miscarriage, etc and how this kind of grief is often times marginalized.

ANDREA KULLMAN WITH A TLC UPDATE

TLC of Hastings celebrated the importance of Dads in a child's life at their annual banquet. Hear more from Executive Director ANDREA KULLMAN.

NICOLE DEPALMA HAPPINESS FORMULA

Is there a key to happiness? There just may be and guest NICOLE DePALMA talks about some of the components.

IT'S BACK SANTA ON THE FARM

It's back and better than ever! During our conversation with SARAH HEWITT you will hear about this annual event and the new surprises that will await those that attend!

UWH LOOKS BACK ON 2022

HKS Director JANE NEUMILLER-BUSTAD and Board of Directors member MIKE TAPELLA take a look back on 2022 as United Way of Hastings gears up for 2023.

HELPING KIDS SUCCEED COMMUNITY PARTNERS COALITION

HKS Director JANE NEUMILLER-BUSTAD and Board of Directors member MIKE TAPELLA talk about the importance of the HKS Community Partners Coalition and its involvement with Helping Kids Succeed.

CHRISTY LUNDBY-HILL WILL WAITING PAY OFF

Christy Lundby-Hill on "will waiting pay off? 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.

TED BLANK WITH THE TRAVEL SHOW ON SPRING BREAK ALTERNATIVES

Warm weather 2023 Spring Break destinations may be filling up, but TED BLANK of The Travel Show has some less expensive and greater value alternative travel ideas he wants to share!

SHIRLEY DELASKA A BOOK ON WOMEN WHO SERVED

Hastings historian SHIRLEY DELASKA has written a book called "Hastings Women Who Served - Civil War Through Korea".

STREP THROAT, COVID, INFLUENZA & RSV ARE GOING AROUND

Strep Throat, Covid, Influenza and RSV are all going around. MARY ELLEN FOX, Health Services Coordinator with District 200 gives listeners ways to stay healthy during the upcoming holiday season.

YOUR INVITED TO THE JOURNEY CHURCH IN HASTINGS EACH SUNDAY AT THE ARTS CENTER

No matter where you are in your faith journey, Pastor PARIS PASCH invites you to worship with the Journey Church at the Hastings Arts Center at 9:30 am Sunday mornings.

IT'S BACK SANTA ON THE FARM

It's back and better than ever! During our conversation with SARAH HEWITT you will hear about this annual event and the new surprises that will await those that attend!

IT'S THE HOLIDAYS AT REGINA BENEDICTINE LIVING COMMUNITY

Our friends from Benedictine Living Community - Regina stopped in to chat about the Holidays, dogs and the privilege it is to care for the residents. During Mols conversation with ROB HALLBERG, BRIANA STURM and LISA HEUTMAKER you will get all the details.

TED BLANK WITH THE TRAVEL SHOW ON SPRING BREAK ALTERNATIVES

Warm weather 2023 Spring Break destinations may be filling up, but TED BLANK of The Travel Show has some less expensive and greater value alternative travel ideas he wants to share!

DAKOTA COUNTY BISON PROJECT

Learn some fascinating facts about bison in our interview with MIKE LONGAECKER and TOM LEWANSKI of Dakota County.

ST JOHN'S LUTHERAN LVING NATIVITY THIS SATURDAY

Looking for a FREE family event that will set your heart straight for the upcoming Holiday season? During Mo's interview with Pastor JON ZIMELMANN of St John's Lutheran Church you'll learn about this meaningful event.

JOURNEY CHURCH PASTOR PARIS PASCH MAKING THE BIBLE RELAVENT TODAY

Pastor PARIS PASCH of The Journey Church in Hastings wants to make the Bible relavent in today's world and encourages people to take part in a series of sermons leading up to Christmas.

OUR SAVIOR'S CHURCH NEW MINISTRY TREEHOUSE

AMY HANSON and THERESA CHATELLE of Our Savior's Church in Hastings introduce listeners to a new ministry at their church - TreeHouse.

NICOLE DEPALMA HAPPINESS FORMULA

Is there a key to happiness? There just may be and guest NICOLE DePALMA talks about some of the components.

ARE YOU READY FOR SOME WINTER (DRIVING)

Hastings Deputy Chief of Police BRYAN SCHOWALTER and Public Works Supervisor MARK PEINE stop into the KDWA Studios to talk about winter roads and what motorists can do to avoid the dangers of winter driving, and who's responsible for what when it comes to clearing snow from City streets.

STREP THROAT, COVID, INFLUENZA & RSV ARE GOING AROUND

Strep Throat, Covid, Influenza and RSV are all going around. MARY ELLEN FOX, Health Services Coordinator with District 200 gives listeners ways to stay healthy during the upcoming holiday season.

MELISSA FREIERMUTH ON THE POWER OF 100

The Power of 100 is a dynamic organization making a big difference for local non-profits! Learn the details during Mo's interview with founder MELISSA FREIERMUTH on their latest giving!

SHIRLEY DELASKA A BOOK ON WOMEN WHO SERVED

Hastings historian SHIRLEY DELASKA has written a book called "Hastings Women Who Served - Civil War Through Korea".

DUROW WIN FARMING AWARY

Congratulations to AMANDA DUROW and her family of 5th generation farmers for being selected as a finalist in the Excellence in Ag award by Minnesota Farm Bureau. During KDWA Mo's interview, hear about the challenges that young farmers in particular face today.

GREG JABLONSKE AS REAL ESTATE TAXES CLIMB

This weeks topic Greg Jablonske talks about "as real estate taces climb." If you have a question for Greg call (651) 437-2121 and ask for the Home Results Group.

TRAVEL SHOW HOST TED BLANK HAS IDEAS FOR TRAVEL IN 2023

What are some ideas for travel in 2023 and beyond? Travel Show Host TED BLANK will help you plan your next vacation!

MO TALKS WITH JAKE MOORE ON HASTINGS ALUMNI OF THE YEAR PART-1

Part 1 of KDWA's Mo has a very special two part conversation with 2022 Hastings Alumni of the Year JAKE MOORE.

MO TALKS WITH JAKE MOORE ON HASTINGS ALUMNI OF THE YEAR PART-2

Part 2 of KDWA's Mo has a very special two part conversation with 2022 Hastings Alumni of the Year JAKE MOORE.

HASTINGS MAYOR MARY FASBENDER ON COUNCIL MEETING & SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY

There was a very brief Hastings City Council meeting Monday night and Mayor MARY FASBENDER gives us the details in that, Gobblegait and Small Business Saturday.

STREP THROAT, COVID, INFLUENZA & RSV ARE GOING AROUND

Strep Throat, Covid, Influenza and RSV are all going around. MARY ELLEN FOX, Health Services Coordinator with District 200 gives listeners ways to stay healthy during the upcoming holiday season.

TOMORROW IS SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY CASEY JOHNSON HAS THE DETAILS

Thanks to Prescott Chamber of Commerce Coordinator CASEY JOHNSON for filling us in during the Chamber Chat show on all that is going on for Small Business Saturday!

TRAVEL SHOW HOST TED BLANK HAS IDEAS FOR TRAVEL IN 2023

What are some ideas for travel in 2023 and beyond? Travel Show Host TED BLANK will help you plan your next vacation!

HISTORIAN HEIDI LANGENFELD ON HASTINGS RICH NATIVE AMERICAN HISTORY

Learn more about the rich Native American history of Hastings in our interview with historian HEIDI LANGENFELD.

THANKSGIVING HISTORY WITH SPENCER JOHNSON

Historian SPENCER JOHNSON stopped in to KDWA a to share the history of Thanksgiving with listeners.

IN THE GARDEN END OF SEASON SIX GIFT IDEAS

Our traditional season-ending show has a wealth of ideas for gift giving with your favorite gardener in mind. Even if that gardener is YOU! Thanks to our wonderful listeners, our generous sponsers and to KDWA for allowing us to share this Sixth Great Season!

FRIDAY NIGHT AT REGINA HOSPITAL TREE OF LIGHTS

The annual Tree of Lights Spectacular will kick off this Friday night at United Hospital/Regina Campus and ANNETTE WALKER and JOHN MOES of the Regina Foundation Board want to invite the public to 38 days of lights and activities.

THE BEGINNING OF ADVENT SEASON

Pastor MARK MILLER of REZ Church is excited for their upcoming Thanksgiving outreach and thinking ahead to the beginning of the Advent season.

MARK JACOBS DAKOTA COUNTY WORK FORCE DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR

There are currently 2 job openings for every job seeker in this area! What is behind this shift in the workforce? Hear some thoughts on this topic from MARK JACOBS, Dakota County Work Force Development Director.

REDUCE, REUSE AND RECYCLE

Today, we visit with the Solid Waste and Recycling Coordinator for the cities of Hastings, Rosemount, and Farmington, VIOLET PENMAN. She brings us information on the changing regulations about recycling and solid waste in Dakota County, and programs offered to help educate residents.

PASTOR ANDREW LANGBEHN OF BRANCHLINE CHURCH ON JADED

As part of our ongoing series featuring members of the Hastings Ministerial Association, Pastor ANDREW LANGBEHN of Branchline Church talks on the topic of Jaded.

HASTINGS SENIOR HEALTH & LIVING GEARING UP FOR THANKSGIVING

Chaplain GORDON GATHRIGHT of Hastings Senior Health and Living is happy to report that the care center is gearing up for their Thanksgiving Day celebration with an attitude of gratitude.

PASTOR ANDREW LANGBEHN OF BRANCHLINE CHURCH ON JADED

As part of our ongoing series featuring members of the Hastings Ministerial Association, Pastor ANDREW LANGBEHN of Branchline Church talks on the topic of Jaded.

PAM COLLINS SAYS KIDS WE ARE MOVING IN WITH GRANDMA

This Weeks Realtor Pam Collins says "kids we are moving in with grandma." 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:

ANDREA KULLMAN WITH A TLC UPDATE

TLC of Hastings celebrated the importance of Dads in a child's life at their annual banquet. Hear more from Executive Director ANDREA KULLMAN.

LOVIN SPOONFUL MIKE ARITURI & BEN UTECHT TEAM UP

MIKE ARTURI is a longtime member of the Lovin Spoonful band and is excited to present a fun family night with BEN UTECHT chatting with families about the important role music plays in a child's life. The event is FREE and at the Hastings High School auditorium on Tues, Nov 29th at 7:00 pm.

ST PHILIP'S BAKE SALE TOMORROW SATURDAY NOVEMBER 19TH

DAVID WEISSER and MARGARET GODERSTAD remind listeners to come to the 19th Annual Bake and Soup Sale at St. Philip's Church in Hastings - this Saturday, November 19th from 9:00 am - 12:30 pm!

HASTINGS SENIOR HEALTH & LIVING CENTER HAS A NEW ADMINISTRATOR

Hastings Senior Health and Living Chaplain GORDON GATHRIGHT gives a sneak peek at the upcoming Holiday season at the care center and announces talks about their new Campus Administrator.

TRAVEL SHOW HOST TED BLANK ON CUSTOMIZING YOUR CRUISE

In this week's edition of The Travel Show, with host TED BLANK, we discuss how customizing a cruise can add even more to your vacation experience!

PETE LIKES GIVE THANKS CONCERT THIS SUNDAY

PETE LIKES spreads JOY everywhere he goes and we had the chance to chat with him about his upcoming Give Thanks concert at 2:00 pm on Sunday, November 20th at Cornerstone Church in Hastings.

HASTINGS SENIOR HEALTH & LIVING GEARING UP FOR THANKSGIVING

Chaplain GORDON GATHRIGHT of Hastings Senior Health and Living is happy to report that the care center is gearing up for their Thanksgiving Day celebration with an attitude of gratitude.

IN THE GARDEN HEADS DOWN THE GARDEN PATH

Kelly and Char wander down the garden path sharing memories and favorite topics from the past six years. Find out which shows made their list

MARK JACOBS DAKOTA COUNTY WORK FORCE DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR

There are currently 2 job openings for every job seeker in this area! What is behind this shift in the workforce? Hear some thoughts on this topic from MARK JACOBS, Dakota County Work Force Development Director.