LOCAL 10: Candidate Forum, Free Hockey and Fall Plans
A quiet morning among the flowers in Hastings. 🐝 Some bees were still resting while others began to stir—a small moment of local life before the day got moving. Image by HastingsNow.
A public candidate forum, a gym signup deadline and a free youth hockey session lead September 30’s reviewed list, followed by fall activities, local food, seasonal services and an art award.
Wednesday, September 30, 2026 | 10 a.m. Central
Weather and On This Date
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Widespread morning fog gives way to a mostly cloudy afternoon with a high near 77°F, light southwest winds and very low rain chances—a useful window for errands or a river walk. Wednesday night brings a low around 57°F; read the September 30 Weather + On This Date companion for the day’s weather and history roundup.
Today in Hastings
Wednesday, September 30, brings a public candidate event at City Hall and a deadline for a local gym offer. Looking ahead to Saturday, October 3, families can plan around a fall festival and a free chance for children to try hockey.
Today’s LOCAL 10 also includes a cheese-topped burger, Hockey Day merchandise, boat storage, dog daycare packages, a seasonal deli bowl and recognition for watercolor artist Andy Evansen. Here are the details to help you decide what to attend, ask about or explore.
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Top 3 Today
1. Hastings candidate meet-and-greet and forum is September 30
A free public candidate event runs Wednesday, September 30, from 6–8 p.m. at Hastings City Hall, 101 Fourth Street E. The meet-and-greet runs 6–6:45 p.m., followed at 7 p.m. by the Minnesota House District 41B and Senate District 41 forum.
The Hastings Chamber event listing, with AAUW and Hastings Community TV, also lists livestreaming. Use the organizer’s page for event information and viewing details; attendance by individual invited candidates is not guaranteed.
2. Anytime Fitness Hastings signup offer ends September 30
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Anytime Fitness Hastings advertises a “join for $1” offer with the first month free, ending Wednesday, September 30. The offer is for prospective members, subject to the club’s terms.
If you’re considering joining, ask the club for the membership agreement and complete pricing before signing. The advertised $1 is not the total membership cost, and the announcement does not establish a specific expiration hour.
3. Try hockey free October 3 at Hastings Civic Arena
Hastings Hockey Association invites children of all ages to try hockey for free on Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 4:30–5:30 p.m. at Hastings Civic Arena. Association board members, coaches and player helpers will assist participants.
Youth helmets and skates will be available, giving children a chance to try the sport. Equipment fit and availability are not guaranteed; check with the association about equipment needs. Come for any amount of time, zero obligation.
More to know
4. Coborn’s Fall Festival includes Hastings Family Service
Coborn’s in Hastings will host a free Fall Festival on Saturday, October 3, from 10 a.m.–2 p.m., featuring family activities and in-store sampling. See the Fall Festival event listing for event details.
Hastings Family Service will participate from 10 a.m.–noon. Stop by to learn about services, volunteer opportunities and Project Share.
5. 328 Grill highlights its Cheez All That burger
328 Grill image by HastingsNow.
328 Grill’s Cheez All That burger features a crispy fried cheese patty and habanaise. For Hastings diners looking at the restaurant’s featured burger, the original post provides the announcement; check with the restaurant for current availability.
6. United Heroes League promotes Hockey Day merchandise closeout
United Heroes League announces a Hastings Hockey Day Minnesota 2026 merchandise closeout at 15211 Ravenna Trail. Advertised shopping hours are Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Merchandise shoppers can use the announcement to plan a visit or ask about specific items. Prices, a sale end date and item-specific stock are not established.
7. Erickson Marine offers indoor boat storage and seasonal service
Boat owners planning for winter can request a quote for Erickson Marine’s indoor storage and winterization services at 11721 Point Douglas Road S. Arrange service directly with the business and confirm whether it can accommodate your boat and schedule.
The original seasonal-service announcement provides the local update. Availability for a particular boat is not guaranteed.
8. Riverside Pet Resort shares prepaid daycare package prices
Riverside Pet Resort advertises a 10-day full-day daycare package for $320 and a 10-day half-day package for $225. Its Hastings campus is at 12260 Margo Avenue.
Dog owners considering a package should ask about admission requirements, package expiration and booking availability before purchasing. The announcement does not establish those terms.
9. Spiral Deli introduces a fall harvest bowl
Spiral Food Co-op’s Fall Harvest Groovy Green Bowl combines greens, apples, roasted yams, cranberries, cheddar, wild rice sticks, smoked turkey and apple-maple dressing.
The co-op describes the Hastings deli offering as available for a limited time. Check with the deli for current availability and pricing; the announcement gives no end date.
10. Andy Evansen earns second place in California Art Club competition
Andy Evansen’s watercolor Transition received second place in the California Art Club’s “Turning Tides” competition. The club’s announcement and Evansen’s own announcement share the recognition.
Art enthusiasts can explore the award-winning work through those links. The online exhibition runs September 25–December 1, 2026.
If You Only Click One
Start with the Hastings candidate forum’s organizer listing, which outlines Wednesday’s free public event and lists livestreaming. It is the responsible source for planning your visit or looking for viewing details.
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