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UPRR crossings to close for maintenance

Union Pacific Railroad will close a few railroad crossings for maintenance in and around Hastings beginning Friday, March 29.  The first crossing to close will be East Prairie Lake Road at Technical Boulevard.  The second closing will be on North Baltimore Avenue north of 18th Street. This closing is anticipated to be Saturday or Sunday.  The third…

Pioneer Spirit Trail expansion open house set for April 9

The City of Hastings invites the public to an open house 6:30-8 p.m., Tuesday April 9 at Lincoln Elementary to discuss updates to Phase 4A of the Pioneer Spirit Trail. No formal presentation is planned.  The City of Hastings is planning to construct an 8-to-10-foot-wide concrete trail through South Hastings from First Street and Colorado Avenue, where…

Council approves new agreement with County for ambulance service

The Hastings City Council has approved a new, five-year interlocal agreement with Adams County for emergency ambulance service. Council members voted 7-0 to approve the agreement Monday, March 25 during the council’s regular meeting at the Hastings Municipal Airport Terminal. The contract still needs approval by the Adams County Board of Commissioners…

Statewide tornado drill 10 a.m., March 27

The City of Hastings encourages participation in the statewide tornado drill 10 a.m., Wednesday March 27.  This is a great opportunity for everyone to practice severe weather safely plans. This testing provides an opportunity for schools, businesses and citizens to review and practice their tornado safety measures, including going to a place of shelter. Among…

April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month

April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month. Driver distraction continues to be a major factor that results in traffic fatalities and serious injuries. The Hastings Police Department will join law enforcement agencies nationwide April 1-8, 2024, to remind drivers about the dangers and consequences of distracted driving. This annual campaign is part…