NED: Hastings' Friendly Local Digital Helper Unveiled
In the heart of Hastings, Minnesota, where the Mississippi River meanders and the locals greet you with a smile, a new kind of neighbor has moved in—one who is always available, incredibly knowledgeable, and delightfully friendly. This new addition is not a person but a local digital helper named NED, and it operates with the latest in Large Language Models (LLMs). Think of NED as your virtual guide, always ready to share the latest news, events, and deals around town.
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Hey there! You know how sometimes people talk to their phones and the phones talk back? Well, now our whole town has a super-smart helper named NED who can chat with us anytime! NED isn't a person; it's a chatbot. What's a chatbot, you ask? Great question! It's like a robot that can talk and answer questions. But don't worry, it doesn't look like a robot from a movie. Instead, NED lives on the internet and helps us find all the cool stuff happening in and around Hastings.
NED is super friendly and knows everything about our town. Want to know what's happening at the park this weekend? Ask NED! Need to find a new place to eat? NED's got you covered. It's like having a really smart friend who always knows the best places to go and the most fun things to do.
But NED wasn't always around. Let me tell you a little story about how chatbots like NED came to be.
The Rich History of Chatbots
Once upon a time, in the early days of computers, there was a program called ELIZA. She was one of the first chatbots, created in the 1960s to mimic a therapist. ELIZA could chat with people and make them feel like someone was listening. Fast forward a few decades, and chatbots started popping up everywhere—on websites, in customer service, and even on our phones.
One of the coolest things about chatbots is how much they've learned over the years. Early chatbots were a bit like parrots; they could repeat things but didn't really understand. Today, thanks to the magic of something called Large Language Models (LLMs), chatbots are smart enough to hold real conversations. They understand what we're asking and can give us helpful answers.
That's where NED comes in. NED uses the latest LLM technology, which means it can chat with us just like a human would. It's been trained to know all about Hastings, from the latest events at the community center to the best places to grab a bite. And because NED is part of HastingsNow.com, it’s always up to date with what's happening around town.
Why NED is Special
HastingsNow.com offers a special subscription for local brands to get the most out of NED. For just $16 a month, businesses can optimize their online presence. This package includes:
Social Media Integration: HastingsNow.com has over 300 local RSS social feeds feeding into 16 categories, updated hourly.
Monthly Updates: Keeps your brand's news, events, and deals current. NED is manually trained on the top ten stories of the day.
Enhanced Visibility: Customizes your map pin with your brand’s logo.
Community Engagement: Reaches local residents and visitors through NED.
Local 10 Access: Exclusive promotion for select local brands.
Joining HastingsNow.com Unlimited boosts visibility and makes it easy to keep your audience informed, ensuring your brand stands out with a custom map pin.
So, next time you're wondering what's happening in Hastings, just ask NED. Our friendly chatbot is here to help, making sure you never miss out on the fun and excitement in our wonderful town. Happy chatting!
