The Hastings Arts Center celebrated its 10-year anniversary with events ranging from open mic nights to concerts to masses in the old Guardian Angels Church. Founded in 2014 to better house the piano …
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By Graham P. Johnson
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4/16/25
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Sunday, April 6, was more than just a sunny spring afternoon at Hastings Public House, it was a day dedicated to showing real appreciation for Hastings’ first responders.
The event was …
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By Bruce Karnick
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4/16/25
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On any given Sunday evening in Hastings, while most families are winding down their weekends, Aaron Wickboldt and a handful of volunteer coaches are just getting started. Armed with a whistle, a …
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By Bruce Karnick
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4/1/25
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Nestled in the heart of Hastings stands St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, a quiet but powerful beacon of love, faith, and acceptance. This historic congregation, incorporated in 1855 and meeting …
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By Bruce Karnick
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4/1/25
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“Everything I write is a love letter to someone somewhere,” said Kao Kalia Yang at the Hastings Reads author visit on Tuesday, Feb. 18 at the Hastings Arts Center. Despite the frigid cold …
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By Graham P. Johnson
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2/25/25
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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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Jan Rossing, a first-time author and former childcare provider, is quickly making a name for herself in the world of children's literature. Since beginning her book writing journey just this year, …
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By Bruce Karnick
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12/11/24
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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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This is part two of a series of articles to help families have positive and constructive discussions around a difficult topic. Part 2: November 28, 2024 Part 1 can be found in our November 21, 2024, …
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By Bruce Karnick
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11/26/24
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The Hastings Arts Center opened a new showing in its gallery featuring the works of artists Mandy Madsen and Susan Solomon on Nov. 1. The showing will host a reception on Nov. 13 at the gallery and …
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By Graham P. Johnson
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11/5/24
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Barks & Rec is a doggy daycare and boarding service located just north of Hastings at 12260 Margo Ave. S., the same building as Rio Grooming School and Salon. Barks & Rec owners Kirk and …
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By Bruce Karnick
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10/16/24
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Storage centers have been popping up all around the area, but none quite like the second location for Simply Secure Storage at 2489 Spiral Blvd. The newest location of storage in Hastings boasts a …
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By Bruce Karnick
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9/25/24
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From a young age, Serina Stokke discovered a deep passion for working with individuals with disabilities, a passion that has only grown stronger over the years. This year marks Ms. Stokke’s …
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Staff Report
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9/11/24
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Hastings Marching Band Director Emily Chandler was recently awarded a lifetime achievement award from the Youth in Music group. Here is the press release. Congratulations to Emily Chandler, the …
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By Bruce Karnick
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9/3/24
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Pub 55 has a new owner, new menu and a new look at the corner of Bahls Drive and South Frontage Road. Photo by Bruce Karnick
Randy Cooper of Eagan is not new to restaurant ownership, having …
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By Bruce Karnick
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8/28/24
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The 45th annual Hastings Rivertown Days took place last weekend featuring carnival rides, craft fairs, events across the community and live music with Saturday headliner the Spin Doctors. While the …
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By Graham P. Johnson and Bruce Karnick
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7/24/24
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HASTINGS – Black Dirt Theater opens its summer musical Cinderella at Hastings Middle School with performances on July 26, 27, and 31 and Aug. 1-3. When watching the play however, viewers, …
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By Graham P. Johnson
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7/24/24
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Hastings Air Force Veteran Gary Erickson has been selected as a first-place winner in the 2023 National Veterans Creative Arts Competition. Erickson will be playing the Concertina at the 43rd …
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By John McLoone
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5/15/24
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The Catholic Church of the United States is hosting a National Eucharistic Congress in Indianapolis this summer, and pilgrims from across America will converge on Indianapolis for the event. Four …
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By John McLoone
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5/8/24
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This week's Raider Update is a celebration of our outstanding staff, highlighting those who were recognized at our recent staff appreciation event. Additionally, the usual calendar reminders are …
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By Dr. Tamara Champa
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4/25/24
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