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The presentation of flags, led by native veterans, presented the 11 Tribal flags before hanging them in the high school commons.
NAPAC hosts Tribal Flag Ceremony at HHS
On Friday, Feb. 28, ISD 200 and the Native American Parent Advisory Committee (NAPAC) hosted a Tribal Flag Ceremony at Hastings High School, adding the 11 Tribal flags alongside the Minnesota State … more
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Gordan Gathright
A Life of Faith and Service: Gordon Gathright’s Legacy in Hastings
For nearly forty years, Gordon Gathright has been a pillar of the Hastings community. As a long-time youth pastor, he has dedicated his life to guiding and mentoring young people. Now, as he faces … more
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William Michael Eickholt, known as Ike, was found dead on the side of Ravenna Trail Feb. 2. According to friends, Ike had a wonderful, friendly personality and he never caused any issues.
Body found Feb. 2 confirmed to be William “Ike” Eickholt
According to a press release from the Washington County Sheriff's Office and the Hastings Police Department, officials have updated details on the body that was found on the morning of Feb. 2. The … more
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The winner of the 2025 HEROES award is the Library Self-Service Hours program, allowing users to reach Dakota County libraries outside of regular hours.
Dakota County Board holds employee recognition ceremony
On Tuesday, Feb. 18, the Dakota County Board of Commissioners held its 2025 employee recognition ceremony celebrating some of its longest-working employees. The ceremony celebrated the longevity of … more
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Rep. Tom Dippel announced a bill that would allocate $45.7 million from the Clean Water Fund towards Hastings’ water treatment plants at a press conference on Monday, Feb. 17.
Dippel seeks to use clean water fund for Hastings PFAS WTPs
From the Hastings City Hall, Rep. Tom Dippel (R-Cottage Grove) held a press conference to announce a new bill that would allocate funds from the Legacy Fund’s Clean Water Fund towards … more
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A draft of the Civic Arena Mural, with various size increases. The Arts and Culture Commission agreed to increase just the cards by 25% at the Feb. 12 meeting.
Arts and Culture Commission moves forward with civic arena mural
At the Feb. 12 meeting of the Arts and Culture Commission, newly revamped for 2025, members discussed moving forward with the civic arena mural as well as the creation of new arts and culture grants. … more
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Brigette Norring, founder of the Devin J. Norring Foundation, addressed the US Senate Judiciary Committee regarding the HALT Fentanyl Act alongside a picture of her son, Devin J. Norring who died of a fentanyl overdose in April of 2020.
Senate Judiciary Committee hears from Brigette Norring on scheduling FRSs
On Tuesday, Feb. 4, the US Senate held a Judiciary Committee to hear about H.R. 27 Halt All Lethal Trafficking of Fentanyl Act or simply the HALT Fentanyl Act. Among those speaking at the meeting was … more
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Treasurer of Prairie Island CBH, Inc. Kim Campbell behind the counter of Island Peži, Prairie Island Indian Community’s cannabis dispensary that opened in July 2024.
Island Peži attributed success in cannabis industry to sound planning
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 … more
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Dakota County Communications Coordinator Matt Giljahn asks ORAC members to develop actions that fit under the committee’s new overarching goals.
ORAC moves closer to strategic goal
Dakota County’s Opioid Response Advisory Committee (ORAC) met for its February meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 4 to discuss its strategic plan for the next two years. ORAC is an advisory committee to … more
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Mayor Mary Fasbender highlighted the city’s work to prepare for the construction of water treatment plants as well as the future of Block 28.
State of the Community showcases upcoming changes to the high school, city growth.
“Building for the future” was the theme of the Feb. 5 State of the Community hosted by the Hastings Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Bureau. Speakers Superintendent Dr. Tammy Champa … more
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Hastings City Council hosts new mayor for a day, holds PFAS update
Monday, Feb. 3 saw Mayor Mary Fasbender cede her title for the day to sixth-grader Amelia Caponigri, winner of the mayor for a day contest. In her essay, Caponigri proposed a new community group to … more
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Representatives from District 2 discussed issues ranging from local control for data centers and school funding to cannabis to PFAS at Dakota County’s Legislative Breakfast.
From clean water to cannabis, leaders voice opinions at Dakota County Legislative Breakfast
Dakota County held its Legislative Breakfast on Friday, Jan. 31, 2025 bringing together city officials, school district leaders and the legislators that represent them to discuss pressing issues of … more
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The City of Hastings announced a temporary road closure to allow Washington County Sheriff’s Office investigators, Hastings Police and the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension to investigate a crime scene Sunday.
Body found along Ravenna Trail sparks investigation and lengthy road closure
On Feb. 1 at 2:40 p.m., the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) released a statement regarding William Eickholt, age 74 of Denmark Township. The Washington County Sheriff’s Office … more
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State Representative Tom Dippel
State Representative Tom Dippel sworn into office
State Representative Tom Dippel (R-Cottage Grove) began his first term in office Tuesday as he was sworn in as a member of the Minnesota House of Representatives. "It is such an honor to serve as … more
Block 28, located at the southwest corner of Fourth Street West and Vermillion, has been slowly acquired by the city. The goal is to present travelers with a better image of Hastings.
HEDRA elects new officials, reviews busy development year
On Jan. 9, 2025 for its first meeting of the year, Hastings Economic Development and Redevelopment Authority met to elect new officers and for a presentation from Community Development Director John … more
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Half the House of Representatives’ chamber stood empty on Tuesday as House DFL boycotted the opening session of the legislature.
Empty chairs at empty desks:
The first day of the 2025 legislative session, the 94th congress of the state of Minnesota, was met with a half-empty House of Representatives as House Democrats boycotted the session in order to … more
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Dolores Pemble is celebrating 50 years of serving the sewing and alteration needs of Hastings residents as the owner of The Spool House at 108 East 5th Street.
A Stitch in Time: Fifty Years of Dedication at The Spool House
In the heart of our community lies The Spool House, a business that has been woven into the fabric of our town for over five decades. Owned and operated by Dolores Pemble, The Spool House stands as a … more
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ORAC members stood at the front of the room grouping action ideas into categories in order to develop the group’s strategic plan for the next two years.
ORAC hold first meeting of 2025
Dakota County’s Opioid Response Action Committee (ORAC) met on Tuesday, Jan. 7 for the first meeting of the year in order to continue working to create a strategic action plan for the next two … more
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City Councilors (L to R) Tim Lawrence of Ward 4 , Lisa Leifeld of Ward 3, Mya Beck of Ward 2, and DawnMarie Vihrachoff of Ward 1 were sworn in to the Hastings City Council on Monday January 6 2025.
City Council swears in new members, discusses PFAS and Red Rock Corridor
The Hastings City Council met on Monday, January 6 for its first session of the new year. First on the docket was to swear in the four members who won elections last November: Tim Lawrence of Ward 4, … more
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Hastings Scoop new local newsletter
Staying on top of the happening of any community can be difficult, much more so for local events and small businesses. Often the best places to find these events is from other grassroots sources be … more
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