HastingsNow’s friendly reporter rounds up the stories your neighbors are buzzing about: a city proclamation on overdose awareness, youth hockey deadlines, a lifesaving blood drive, theatre and concerts, charming people profiles and tasty local deals.

Today’s Professional Powerhouse edition covers everything from renters insurance tips and crash‑detection technology to zoned HVAC comfort, engine care and back‑to‑school shipping. We also share #Mari’s snack hunt, a big city excursion, a heartfelt birthday wish, upcoming Levee Park festivities and a Micah 3:8 reflection—find out what’s buzzing in Hastings.

This community recap highlights the freshest happenings around Hastings. From festival reschedules and pop‑up barbecue to skating lessons, sales and inspiring kindness, our friendly reporter shares what neighbors are buzzing about today. Each story includes helpful links and a reminder to support local businesses.

Hastings is buzzing with activity—from a traffic‑safety ride‑along and deer‑season updates to a $71 million recycling expansion, a guide to decoding pop psychology, support groups for adoptees, National Night Out, woodpecker wonders and local shopping deals.

Hastings buzzes with swim victories, community send‑offs, antique shows, theatre performances, creative workshops and heart‑warming adoption tales. Catch up on sports, events, people and deals happening in Hastings, Minnesota today.