When Edward Voelker started the Hastings Farmers Market in the mid-1970s—the market and the city of Hastings—looked a little different than they do today. Some 50 years later, that same …
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By Graham P. Johnson
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7/16/25
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So many of us remember the commercial song “My bologna has a first name…” in fact, you probably completed it before continuing to read, and that’s just fine, but why did that …
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By Bruce Karnick
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7/16/25
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Pet lovers in Hastings will soon have a new go-to destination for everything from premium food and grooming services to expert advice and community connections, as Chuck & Don’s prepares to …
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By Bruce Karnick
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7/10/25
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Hastings’ longtime Chevrolet dealership has entered a new chapter, bringing with it fresh energy, a customer-first philosophy, and local ties. The dealership, now operating as Tri River …
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By Bruce Karnick
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7/3/25
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Treasure Island Resort & Casino employees recently were at the Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center in Hastings for their new Island Impact social responsibility program. Over 30 Treasure …
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6/5/25
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With a burst of color and community spirit, the newly remodeled Walmart in Hastings officially “reopened” its doors Friday morning, marking the occasion with a lively ribbon cutting …
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By John McLoone
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5/30/25
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Co owners of CrossFit HSC are Mike Ahn and Tracy Precious. Photo submitted
The idea of a third space is increasingly relevant in 2025. Third spaces refer to spaces that are separate from the …
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By Graham P. Johnson
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5/24/25
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Three new businesses had Hastings Social Media Groups buzzing with excitement over the last week. The sign at the former Hastings Dairy Store at 1700 Vermillion Street was changed to Hometown Dairy. …
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By Bruce Karnick
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5/24/25
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Dozens of guests gathered at Simply Still Spa, 1250 N Frontage Rd #206, to celebrate the grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony of Krehbiel Natural Health, a new wellness practice that brings a …
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By Bruce Karnick
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5/1/25
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When the city pivoted in late 2024 to building the central water treatment plant (WTP) first, zeroing in on the lot at 1292 N. Frontage Road for the location of the future PFAS WTP, none were more …
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By Graham P. Johnson
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4/24/25
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With the last blast of winter (I hope) melting away, around our household, our thoughts turned to spring. With spring break coming next week, we decided to get a jump on the fun. We’re …
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By Jack McLoone
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3/11/25
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Hastings Senior Health and Living is thrilled to announce that it has received a 2025 Customer Experience Award from Activated Insights, formerly Pinnacle Quality Insight. This recognizes Hastings …
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2/26/25
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Island Peži, the cannabis dispensary in Prairie Island Indian Community (PIIC), opened in June 2024 to immediate success. “We were profitable from day one,” said Treasurer of Prairie …
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By Graham P. Johnson
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2/19/25
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HASTINGS, MN – Ability 2 Believe, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting individuals with special needs, is kicking off 2025 with its second annual Wine & Beer Tasting fundraiser. The event …
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By Bruce Karnick
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2/19/25
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Pure Salon, located at 1315 S. Frontage Road, celebrated the grand opening of their new space back in October of 2024. Now that they are all settled into their new space, it was time to have the …
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Photo by Bruce Karnick
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2/19/25
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On January 24th, students at Pinecrest Elementary celebrated their hard work and generosity with a special treat—fresh custard served by Culver’s of Hastings. The event marked the …
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By Bruce Karnick
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1/30/25
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The Hastings Chamber of Commerce has announced the award winners who will be honored at the 2025 Annual Meeting & Awards Dinner. Th event will be held Thursday, Jan. 23 at the Wexford at Emerald …
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12/31/24
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The Hastings Bierstube is kicking off its 62nd anniversary celebration with a week-long party, packed with exciting prizes, food specials and entertainment. The festivities begin Tuesday and run …
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By Bruce Karnick
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12/12/24
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HASTINGS, MN — The floral scene in Hastings just got a little brighter. After 14 years of running a flower business from her farm south of town, Vickie Schweich has officially brought her …
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By Bruce Karnick
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12/11/24
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Back when Dick Greiner looked to start his own barbershop in the 1980s, there were more than 3,500 license applications for small town barbershops. 40 years later, that number dwindled to less than …
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By Bruce Karnick
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12/4/24
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