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The inaugural Rockin’ The Island coming to Treasure Island Resort & Casino

WELCH, Minn. (Nov. 12, 2025) – Get ready to turn up the volume at the inaugural Rockin’ The Island, a brand-new two-day rock festival taking place Friday, June 26 and Saturday, June 27, … more

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

Musician and photographer Chris Falteisek at Lake Rauddalsvatnet in Skjåk, Norway.

‘Sweden and Norway 2025: A Concert Through the Eyes of a Photographer and Musician, Featuring Chris Falteisek’

WOODBURY – At 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 21, 2025, Christ Episcopal Church of Woodbury will host “Sweden and Norway 2025: A Concert Through the Eyes of a Photographer and Musician, Featuring … more

Submitted by Chris Falteisek | 11/12/25

One of the long-term goals for the sports complex at United Heroes League was to have permanent seating, locker rooms and restrooms and that goal has been reached. The new grandstand construction is currently being finalized for the 20th anniversary of Hockey Day Minnesota which will be held in Hastings in January of 2026.

Veterans Day Jamboree returns with expanded facilities, family fun, and community spirit

United Heroes League will open its doors to the community on Saturday, Nov. 15, inviting families to the Tradition Veterans Complex for a full day of hockey, celebration, and recognition of military … more

By Bruce Karnick | 11/11/25

Sen. Judy Seeberger announced her re-election campaign for Minnesota Senate District 41 from the Spiral Brewery Stage.

Sen. Judy Seeberger Launches re-election campaign

Mayors, activists, and politicians gathered in Spiral Brewery last week for the official launch of Sen. Judy Seeberger’s (DFL-Afton) re-election campaign. “She has stepped up and … more

By Graham P. Johnson | 10/29/25

A huge thank you to the Spanish Honor Society for their help with the Hastings Family Service food drive which brought in 1,120 pounds of food during the Community Halloween Party. (L to R) Sophia Kovalenko, Lelai Ly, Greta Larnson, Eli Handrich, Danzel Saliente.

Two Halloween events, two great turnouts, one winner

The Hastings community came away winning this weekend thanks to two great Halloween events attended by over 5,000 people. Every year on the weekend before Halloween, the City of Hastings and the … more

A photo story By Bruce Karnick | 10/29/25

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

Hastings Marching Band Director Emily Chandler spoke to the marching band’s season along with members of the marching band captain squad.

School Board approves Civic Arena Contract

ISD 200 School Board members voted 6-1 to approve the new civic arena contract for the 2025-2026 school year which includes the increased “premium usage fee” rate for the school district. … more

By Graham P. Johnson | 10/29/25

River Valley Band begins 16th Season

Autumn fills the air as community music begins another amazing season. The River Valley band will begin its 16thseason with its annual Veterans Day Concert on Sunday, November 9th at 1:00 pm at … more

10/29/25

The Suits

The Suits are comprised of four dynamic gentlemen performing four genres of hit music from the ‘50s through the ‘80s: Motown, Doo Wop, Pop and Rock. Fusing smooth choreography and tight … more

10/29/25

One of the many unique shows that HCTV produces is Take a Hike Mike starring Mike Bremer. The premises are simple; Bremer joins a local business he is highlighting as an employee for the day and often hilarity ensues.

Hastings Community TV: Small team, big impact, uncertain future

By all appearances, Hastings Community TV is a modest operation, tucked away on the third floor of Hastings High School. But scratch the surface, and you’ll find a lean crew cranking out … more

By Bruce Karnick | 10/22/25

Some of the Raider girl’s hockey team came to support the 100-day countdown to Hockey Day Minnesota event at Dugarel’s. The Wild Mascot “Nordy” was also on hand to help celebrate, posing for several pictures with hockey fans.

The countdown begins: 100 days to Hockey Day MN

With just 100 days to go, excitement is building in Hastings as the city prepares to host Hockey Day Minnesota. Local sponsors, residents, and city leaders gathered Friday night at Dugarel’s to … more

By Bruce Karnick | 10/21/25

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

Fields of Faith

Fields of Faith Faith 1 Hastings High School’s Fellowship of Christian Athletes celebrated Fields of Faith last Tuesday at Todd Field. The event brought together community members, … more

10/15/25

Halestorm and Lindsey Stirling at Treasure Island Amphitheater

As a music lover and a DJ with nearly four decades of experience, I have been to my fair share of concerts. Metallica at Xcel Energy Center after the black album (my favorite band), Brooks and Dunn a … more

Editorial By Bruce Karnick | 10/8/25

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic School finished their fundraising marathon with a walk to downtown Hastings. The walk had students showing their SEAS Pride as far as the eye could see along the walking trail that runs along Baliey St.

SEAS students lace up for annual marathon fundraiser

Excitement is running high at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic School this week, as students, teachers, and families celebrate the success of this year’s annual fundraising marathon walk and … more

By Bruce Karnick | 10/7/25

Park Your Art is a city-wide grassroots craft fair put on by local artisans who are turning their driveways into art pop-ups designated by a red balloon!

Park Your Art Event to showcase local talent across the city

One thing was made clear to local artist Marin Peterson from her time in craft fairs: “a lot of people couldn’t contribute for a lot of reason.” Many artists and artisans who … more

9/24/25

Park Your Art Event to showcase local talent across the city

One thing was made clear to local artist Marin Peterson from her time in craft fairs: “A lot of people couldn’t contribute for a lot of reasons.” Many artists and artisans who … more

By Graham P. Johnson | 9/24/25

Black Dirt Theater will present “Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead” Sept. 25-28 at 7 p.m. and Sept. 28 at 2 p.m. in the Hastings Middle School Auditorium.

Black Dirt Theater to perform ‘Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead’

From stacks of boxes, actors query each other on the purpose of death within plays, how to build the audience’s suspension of disbelief and how actors act. They bicker about how the plot of a … more

By Graham P. Johnson | 9/17/25

The mechanical bull was a huge hit with adults and kids alike with this young lady having a blast early in the evening.

First-Ever Freedom Fest a Success

Music, food, and a sense of community filled the air Friday evening as United Heroes League hosted its first-ever Freedom Fest at 2800 Ravenna Trail. Hundreds turned out for the event, which ran … more

By Bruce Karnick | 9/17/25