LOCAL 10: What Hastings Should Know Today — Tuesday, July 14th, 2026
Hastings, MN bridge on Highway 61. Image by Ashley Media.
Tuesday is bringing serious summer heat—and a LOCAL 10 filled with reasons to plan ahead. Today’s updates include an important Highway 61 meeting, a free morning concert, a school-supply drive, Rivertown Days preparations, local baseball, shopping deals and fresh sweet corn.
With an Extreme Heat Warning still in effect, keep the water bottle close, take afternoon breaks and check the original sources before heading out.
Today in Hastings in 10 Seconds
Hastings is heading toward a sunny high near 95°F Tuesday, with the heat index approaching 99°F. It is a day for indoor breaks, careful planning and getting the important errands done early—but there is still plenty happening around town, from tonight’s Highway 61 meeting to Rivertown Days preparations and ways to support local families, teams and businesses.
Top 3 Today
1. Highway 61 reconstruction meeting happens Tuesday evening
Source: City of Hastings Government
Residents can learn more about the planned Highway 61 reconstruction project during a public meeting Tuesday, July 14, at Hastings High School. A presentation is scheduled for 5:30 p.m., with information expected about the project’s design, construction timeline, detours and potential effects on travel through Hastings.
Why it matters: This project could affect residents, commuters and nearby businesses for an extended period. The official source is the best place to confirm meeting access and the latest project details.
2. Free Duo-B concert offers a Tuesday-morning break from the heat
Source: Hastings Arts Center
Hastings Arts Center is promoting a free Tuesday-morning performance by Duo-B, offering residents an indoor cultural outing during one of the hottest days of the week. Because the original post contains the most current event information, readers should confirm the exact performance time, location and accessibility details before leaving home.
Why it matters: Free local arts programming gives families and residents an affordable way to enjoy live music while staying out of the afternoon heat.
Check the source for the latest details →
3. Hastings Family Service seeks school supplies before August 11
Hastings Family Service is located in downtown Hastings, MN. Image by Ashley Media.
Source: Hastings Family Service
Hastings Family Service is collecting school supplies through Tuesday, August 11, with a particular need for items used by middle and high school students. Residents interested in helping can review the organization’s original update for its current wish list, donation hours and drop-off instructions.
Why it matters: Back-to-school costs add up quickly, and timely donations can help local students begin the school year with the supplies they need.
View the school-supply request →
Seven Quick Hits
4. Hastings Hawks fill Rivertown Days week with home baseball
Source: Hastings Hawks Amateur Baseball
The Hastings Hawks have home games planned throughout Rivertown Days week, including Saturday’s Border Battle against Prescott. Check the team’s original update for the complete schedule, game times and attendance information.
5. Pure Serenity shares access instructions for scheduled clients
Ericka Love, owner of Pure Serenity Wellness Center in downtown Hastings, MN. Image by Ashley Media.
Source: Pure Serenity Wellness Center
Clients with scheduled appointments during Rivertown Days are being asked to call Pure Serenity for help navigating street closures and reaching the wellness center. These instructions are for booked clients rather than general festival access.
Check the source before your appointment →
6. Cooling and recovery tent planned for Rivertown Days
Angie and Theresa of The Integrated Body Center at Hockey Day MN 2026 in Hastings, MN. Image by HastingsNow.com
Source: The Integrated Body Center
The Integrated Body Center plans to operate a cooling and recovery tent during Rivertown Days, with services including massages and cooling towels. Festival visitors should check the original post for locations, operating hours, availability and possible costs.
View the Rivertown Days details →
7. July 18 raffle supports six youth archery programs
Source: Hastings Raiders Archery
Hastings Raiders Archery is holding a $50-per-square raffle, with the drawing scheduled for Saturday, July 18, at 5 p.m. Proceeds support six area youth archery programs. Check with the organization to confirm that squares remain available.
8. Froth’s iced coffee buckets return to the riverfront
Coffee outside on the patio at Froth & Cork. Image by HastingsNow.com
Source: Froth & Cork
Froth & Cork plans to serve its 32-ounce iced coffee buckets at the free Rivertown Days Arts & Crafts Fair Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The buckets will be available at the river location rather than the main coffee house.
Check the Instagram source for availability →
9. Hastings Fleet Farm marks lawn and garden merchandise 50% off
Source: Fleet Farm Hastings
The Hastings Fleet Farm is advertising 50% off available lawn and garden merchandise while supplies last. Selection, exclusions and the end of the promotion may depend on current store inventory.
View the Hastings store update →
10. Sweet corn and summer produce available at Hometown Dairy
Hometown Dairy on Highway 61 in Hastings, MN. Image by HastingsNow.com
Source: Hometown Dairy
Hometown Dairy is offering sweet corn and a rotating selection of locally grown summer produce, with posted daily hours of 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Because fresh inventory can change throughout the day, check the source before making a special trip.
View the latest produce update →
If You Only Click One
Start with the City of Hastings update about Tuesday evening’s Highway 61 reconstruction meeting. The project could affect traffic patterns, business access and everyday travel through Hastings, so residents should rely on the official source for the most accurate meeting and project information.
Also Today: Weather + On This Date
Tuesday will be sunny and very hot, with a high near 95°F and an Extreme Heat Warning continuing through Thursday evening. Today’s historical time capsule revisits Minnesota’s record-setting 1936 heat wave, the storming of the Bastille and Mariner 4’s first close encounter with Mars.
Read Hastings Weather + On This Date →
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