Business - Hastings Journal

The Minnesota Chapter of the American Public Works Association (APWA-MN) honored six public works personnel as part of its annual meeting at the Mystic Lake Center in Prior Lake November 20-21, 2025. … more

11/27/25

Merchants Bank ramps up for annual 10 Days of Giving drive

Merchants Bank in Hastings is partnering again with Hastings Family Service (HFS) to help those in need during the 10 Days of Giving drive, December 1-10. In addition to partnering with local schools … more

11/27/25

Four Hastings players modeled the new jerseys designed by the Prairie Island Indian Community and Hastings Hockey Association. (L to R): Boys head coach Matt Klein, Lukas Niederkorn, Carter Hanson, Prairie Island Tribal Council Treasurer Michael Childs Junior, Allison Werner, Sophie Thorkelson, Girls head coach Jim Joseph.

Treasure Island hosts jersey reveal party for Hockey Day MN 2026

Treasure Island Resort and Casino had the warm hum of a midseason celebration on Thursday, November 20, as the Hockey Day Minnesota (HDM) 2026 Committee and the Prairie Island Indian Community hosted … more

By Bruce Karnick | 11/26/25

A line forms before Steve Fox’s front porch as customers pick up orders of almond tarts and chocolate biscotti.

Emily’s Pop-up Bakery brings nostalgia, old favorites back

They form a line that sometimes stretches to the street. They come all the way from Prescott and from Red Wing as they ask, prod and beg for long johns and almond twists. Some come from just blocks … more

By Graham P. Johnson | 11/19/25

Two Hastings groups highlighted as Treasure Island’s 2026 charity program doubles all guest donations

A steady stream of generosity is about to get a major boost next year, as the Prairie Island Indian Community and Treasure Island Resort & Casino prepare to match every guest donation made … more

By Bruce Karnick | 11/19/25

Photo Cutlines Excitement is being built around the Hockey Day Minnesota jersey reveal happening Nov. 20 from 6-8 p.m. at the Treasure Island Resort and Casino Island Event Center. These are just some of the items being stitched into the team’s jerseys. Check our website after 10:00 p.m. for an exclusive story with all the details about the jersey from the reveal party and the folks that designed the jerseys!

Hockey Day MN 2026 jersey unveiling scheduled for Nov. 20 at Treasure Island

Treasure Island Resort and Casino will be buzzing with a Hockey Day Minnesota 2026 event on November 20 when the community gathers for a free Jersey Reveal Celebration that promises a lively start to … more

By Bruce Karnick | 11/19/25

Carbone's Pizzeria is suing the city of Hastings alleging the business was “not afforded eminent domain proceedings or just compensation,” when they were forced to move from 1290 North Frontage Road, the site of the future water treatment plant, according to the complaint.

Inside the Carbone’s lawsuit

On Nov. 3, the Hastings City Council went into closed session regarding the lawsuit brought forth by Pizza On 50th & France, Inc. dba Carbone’s Pizza against the city alleging that the … more

By Graham P. Johnson | 11/19/25

Last week Carbone’s Pizza filed a lawsuit against the city of Hastings regarding the sale of 1290 North Frontage Road “which resulted in their loss of lease and income,” according to the city’s November PFAS update. The business’s previous building on the site was demolished earlier this fall.

Carbone’s sues city of Hastings

Last week Pizza on 50th and France DBA Carbone’s Pizza filed a lawsuit against the city of Hastings regarding the sale of 1290 North Frontage Road “which resulted in their loss of lease … more

By Graham P. Johnson | 11/5/25

Prairie Island Indian Community and Treasure Island made an emergency donation to Hastings Family Service through their Island Impact program. The donation was made with urgency to help HFS offset some of the additional burden from pause in SNAP benefits on November 1 from the Federal government shutdown. (L to R) HFS Board Member Tony Jurgens, Prairie Island Indian Community Treasurer Michael Childs Jr., HFS Director Amy Sutton, HFS Food Program Manager Kyle Bultinck, HFS Board Member Debbie Grimm, HFS Director of Philanthropy Dawn Marie Vihrachoff, Treasure Island Impact Community Engagement Supervisor Kristin Edmundson.

Crisis breeds creativity and brings communities together

On the morning of Oct. 31, representatives from the Prairie Island Indian Community and Treasure Island Resort and Casino walked into Hastings Family Service (HFS) with a $20,000 check in hand. The … more

By Bruce Karnick | 11/4/25

Lock and Dam Eatery in downtown Hastings is serving free spaghetti dinners every Tuesday in November, offering a warm meal and a seat at the table to anyone in need.

Local restaurants serve more than meals as Hastings faces SNAP cuts

It started with a social media post, a borrowed idea, and a big heart. When Jennifer Melecio, co-owner of Lock and Dam Eatery in downtown Hastings, saw a friend share what a restaurant in Texas was … more

By Bruce Karnick | 11/4/25

Custom Hockey Day Minnesota 2026 jerseys set for unveiling at Treasure Island

Get a sneak peek at the jerseys that will hit the ice in Hastings for Hockey Day Minnesota 2026 during a special unveiling celebration at Treasure Island Resort & Casino’s Island Event Center on … more

10/29/25

Spiral Yoga is opening their doors, Bringing Inward Peace to Hastings, MN.

The vibrant community of Hastings has a new destination for cultivating mindfulness, self-awareness and inner peace at “SPIRAL YOGA” located at 312 2nd Street East, Hastings. Founded by Certified … more

10/29/25

Branson Country Christmas features the Ozark Jubilee. A special lunch show will be held Thursday, Nov. 7 at noon.

Branson Country Christmas special show set for Nov. 6 at Treasure Island

Christmas is coming early to Treasure Island Resort & Casino. The Branson Country Christmas show, with a special tribute to veterans, will have a special performance Thursday, November 6 at noon … more

10/15/25

Lionheart Recovery and Wellness’s growth showcases community need, barriers to care

Lionheart Wellness and Recovery, an outpatient treatment center treating mental health disorders and substance use, is set to hire three new therapists, and is currently considering opening a new … more

By Graham P. Johnson | 10/8/25

St. Croix Valley Genealogical Society to meet

Joy Curtin will present “Who are these people?….when you think you know it all, think again!” Initial research revealed that only three immigrants bearing a unique surname settled … more

10/8/25

Hastings Chamber of Commerce celebrated the ribbon cutting for Hastings new Chuck and Don’s last Wednesday. The store opened its doors in late August.

Hastings Chuck and Don’s officially opens

If residents are surprised to hear that Chuck and Don’s held a ribbon cutting last week, that might be because they have seen them in and around the community for months. Booths for the … more

By Graham P. Johnson | 9/24/25

First-of-its-kind wellness destination opening in an Olde Armory Building!

The Integrated Body Center (IBC), an 8,000+ square foot integrative health and wellness clinic, will celebrate its Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting on Friday, October 3, 2025, from 2 p.m.– 7 … more

9/24/25

MEGA Storage Garages completes expansion in Hastings

MEGA Storage Garages, the Twin Cities premier provider of large storage unit solutions, is proud to announce the expansion of its Hastings location to meet the growing demand for secure, oversized … more

9/17/25

Hometown Dairy opened its doors Sept. 9 and will sell a number of local goods alongside deli fare and ice cream.

Hometown Dairy opens new storefront

A new local dairy store opened last Tuesday at the site of the former Hastings Dairy Store. Hometown Dairy, run by Produce Plus, opened its doors Sept. 9 at 1700 Vermillion St. The store will … more

By Graham P. Johnson | 9/10/25

Merchants Bank participates in ‘Bundle Up Drive’

This September, Merchants Bank is launching its company-wide “Bundle Up Drive” as a part of Minnesota Bankers Association (MBA) Community Impact Month to address the growing need for warm … more

9/3/25