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Echologue: The Story of Jill Ragan Scully – Crafting Beauty and Belonging in Hastings
Echologue: The Story of Jill Ragan Scully – Crafting Beauty and Belonging in Hastings

Jill Ragan Scully, owner of Impressive Windows & Interiors and Miss Daisy’s Mercantile, has spent two decades transforming spaces and strengthening the Hastings, Minnesota, community. Discover her inspiring journey in this exclusive Echologue.

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Duff's Meats 2 Unveils New Website: A Fresh Cut for Hastings' Favorite Butcher Shop
Duff's Meats 2 Unveils New Website: A Fresh Cut for Hastings' Favorite Butcher Shop

Duff’s Meats 2 just got even tastier online! Explore our brand-new website featuring premium cuts, delicious recipes, specialty meat baskets, and local hunting-season favorites. Experience Hastings' best butcher shop like never before!

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Cowboy Disco, Vintage Treasures & Grilled Delights: How Local Exchange is Uniting Cottage Grove & Hastings!
Cowboy Disco, Vintage Treasures & Grilled Delights: How Local Exchange is Uniting Cottage Grove & Hastings!

Discover the vibrant spirit of our local community in this engaging feature on Cottage Grove's most unique venues! From cowboy disco nights at The Madison and vintage treasures at Boondocks Vintage Boutique to grilled delights at Junction 70 Grill, explore how the Local Exchange program is uniting Hastings and Cottage Grove through creativity, unforgettable events, and authentic connections.

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HastingsNow.com’s First "Local Exchange" – A Heartwarming Success in Cannon Falls, Minnesota
HastingsNow.com’s First "Local Exchange" – A Heartwarming Success in Cannon Falls, Minnesota

Discover the inspiring story of HastingsNow.com’s first-ever Local Exchange in Cannon Falls, MN. From connecting with local businesses to fostering community spirit, this inaugural event showcased the best of collaboration and local pride. Read on to learn how the Local Exchange is building bridges between neighboring communities.

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Magical Christmas Open House at Caring Hands Massage and Spa, Hastings, MN
Magical Christmas Open House at Caring Hands Massage and Spa, Hastings, MN

Experience holiday cheer and wellness at Caring Hands Massage and Spa's magical Christmas Open House in Hastings, MN. Discover local treasures, enjoy sampler sessions, and explore Ayurvedic insights in a festive atmosphere!

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Hastings Residents! Your Monthly City Update is Here, and It’s More Fun Than You Think
Hastings Residents! Your Monthly City Update is Here, and It’s More Fun Than You Think

Stay informed and get involved in Hastings, Minnesota! From volunteering as a city commissioner to dazzling the community with holiday lights, there are so many ways to contribute and celebrate our town. Don't miss out on key opportunities to shape Hastings' future and bring some extra cheer to the community!

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Discover Healing and Wellness at Krehbiel Natural Health: A Journey with Gwen Krehbiel
Discover Healing and Wellness at Krehbiel Natural Health: A Journey with Gwen Krehbiel

At Krehbiel Natural Health, Gwen Krehbiel offers a transformative wellness experience through her holistic approach to healing. Specializing in the SHAPE ReClaimed program and ZYTO Bioscans, Gwen helps clients reduce inflammation, balance hormones, and achieve long-lasting health. Discover the stories of clients who have transformed their lives with Gwen’s natural health expertise.

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Hastings Fire Department Open House: A Night of Fire Safety, Fun, and Community Spirit
Hastings Fire Department Open House: A Night of Fire Safety, Fun, and Community Spirit

Discover how Hastings Fire Department's Open House brought fire safety to the forefront! Read about the interviews with local heroes, fire safety tips, and a community celebration at the Hastings Fire Station.

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Blog

Mind Blown in Hastings? Gemini AI Reacts to HastingsNow's Epic Deep Dive Reports
Mind Blown in Hastings? Gemini AI Reacts to HastingsNow's Epic Deep Dive Reports

Google's Gemini AI took a deep dive into HastingsNow.com's ambitious local industry reports. Is this project truly "world-class"? How might you react? Read the AI's fun critique, assessment, and thoughts on what it means for Hastings businesses and residents. Click to read more!

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Ice, Pools, and Zambonis: Hastings' Epic Guide to the Coolest Seasonal and Internship Jobs in Town!
Ice, Pools, and Zambonis: Hastings' Epic Guide to the Coolest Seasonal and Internship Jobs in Town!

Looking for epic job opportunities right here in Hastings? From mastering the Zamboni at the Civic Arena to making a splash at the Aquatic Center, find your perfect local gig and become a Hastings legend!

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Investing in Hastings: How Community Investment Funds Shape Our City's Future
Investing in Hastings: How Community Investment Funds Shape Our City's Future

Learn how Community Investment Funds (CIFs) enable Hastings residents to invest in local improvements—from streetscape beautification to park enhancements—and shape the future of our vibrant city.

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Epic Summer Returns: Hastings Music + Market 2025 – Vendor Applications Now Open!
Epic Summer Returns: Hastings Music + Market 2025 – Vendor Applications Now Open!

Hastings Music + Market returns this summer, blending live music, local artisans, and family activities at downtown Hastings' Levee Park. Vendor applications are now open—join the fun!

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Get Active with Hastings, MN Athletics: A Comprehensive Guide
Get Active with Hastings, MN Athletics: A Comprehensive Guide

Explore Hastings, MN's vibrant athletic scene! Join epic leagues in Bags, Pickleball, Sand Volleyball, and Slow Pitch Softball. Build friendships, stay active, and embrace local sports heritage!

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Co-Intelligence in Hastings: What Ethan Mollick Can Teach Us About AI (And Why It’s Not Just Sci-Fi Stuff)
Co-Intelligence in Hastings: What Ethan Mollick Can Teach Us About AI (And Why It’s Not Just Sci-Fi Stuff)

Discover how Ethan Mollick’s groundbreaking insights on AI and entrepreneurship can help local businesses in Hastings, Minnesota thrive. Learn practical AI strategies that level the playing field for small businesses, streamline operations, and drive innovation.

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Where Are All the Single Old Men Hiding?
Where Are All the Single Old Men Hiding?

Join us at HastingsNow.com as we embark on a laugh-out-loud quest to uncover the secret spots of Hastings' elusive bachelors! From KFC hangouts and ice fishing shanties to early morning gas stations and more, our community's witty responses reveal that these single old men are hiding in plain sight. Dive in, enjoy the local humor, and join the conversation in true H-town style.

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Hastings, Meet Ruth Kastner: The Woman Who Might Just Prove the Future is Talking to Us
Hastings, Meet Ruth Kastner: The Woman Who Might Just Prove the Future is Talking to Us

Is the future already influencing your decisions? Quantum physicist Ruth Kastner’s Transactional Interpretation (TI) suggests that reality is a two-way street, where the past and future communicate through quantum transactions. Discover how her groundbreaking theory could transform Hastings, Minnesota, from local business strategies to everyday life. Could HastingsNow.com’s LOCAL 10 be a quantum matchmaking service for success? Read on and find out.

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Will AI Keep Humans Alive? The Six Reasons and Ten Horrific Outcomes That’ll Make You Want to Hug a Robot Today
Will AI Keep Humans Alive? The Six Reasons and Ten Horrific Outcomes That’ll Make You Want to Hug a Robot Today

Will artificial intelligence be our savior or our nightmare? As AI takes over, will it keep humans around—or hit the delete button on our species? In this must-read blog, we break down six reasons AI might actually let us live (including why we make great entertainment) and ten horrifying ways AI could enslave or eliminate us (hint: ever heard of "human batteries"?). If you've ever wondered about the future of humanity in a world run by robots, this is the blog post for you. Read now on HastingsNow.com before the robots decide for you!

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