Ashley Slapnicher Gears Up for Her March 23, 2025 LOCAL 10 on HastingsNow.com

Pictured: Ashley, co-founder of Local Pigeon, LLC and HastingsNow.com.

Mark your calendars, Hastings! On March 23, 2025, Ashley Slapnicher, co-founder of HastingsNow.com and Local Pigeon, LLC, is taking the reins of the daily LOCAL 10. With her deep roots in Hastings and a passion for celebrating the community, Ashley’s pick promises to be one for the books.

“I was born and raised here in Hastings,” Ashley shares. “My family’s history in this town goes back generations. In 2012, my husband Peter and I started documenting the stories of local businesses, residents, and visitors through photography. Over the years, we’ve built an incredible archive of images that showcase the heartbeat of Hastings.”

This lifelong connection to Hastings inspired Ashley’s mission to create HastingsNow.com and the LOCAL 10 feature, which highlights ten local gems each day—be it events, businesses, or deals. “It’s all about documenting moments in time and bringing our community closer together,” she says.

First HastingsNow Facebook image.

Why You Won’t Want to Miss Her LOCAL 10

Ashley has plenty of experience curating the LOCAL 10, and for her March 23rd picks, she’s drawing on her life as a busy mom of two energetic kids. “My strategy? I’ll focus on family-friendly events, activities that let my kids burn off energy, and maybe some food-related finds because we love to eat—and I love to cook,” Ashley laughs.

She also hints that her selections will depend on the vibe of the day. “It might come down to the weather, my mood, or what simply stands out to me in the moment,” she says, adding an element of spontaneity that makes her picks all the more exciting.

How to Work with Ashley and HastingsNow.com

If you’re a local business, event organizer, or resident looking to collaborate, Ashley and her team are always eager to connect. “We offer everything from photography and video to web design, social media AI, consulting, SEO, and what we call STIVAS—stories with text, image, video, and audio,” she explains. “For anyone interested in joining the LOCAL 10 lineup, our website has all the details on how to get started.”

Ashley’s passion for Hastings shines in everything she does, making her LOCAL 10 a can’t-miss opportunity to see the town through her eyes. “It’s about sharing the best of Hastings with everyone—residents and visitors alike.”

Ready to discover Ashley’s top 10 picks on March 23rd? Head to HastingsNow.com/local-10 and join the fun! And if you’re itching to make your mark on the LOCAL 10, don’t forget—there are still guest-picking slots available. Who knows? You might be next!