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A “Welcome” Renewed: Hastings’ Iconic Mural Reborn After 26 Years

After 26 years of greeting visitors, Hastings’ beloved “Welcome” mural has been reborn in bold new color. Original artist David Youngren reflects on the 1998 project, hands the brush to a new generation, and shares why this towering piece of public art still matters to our river town today. Dive into the photos, video clips, and behind-the-scenes stories.

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The Writing on the Wall: Murals from Cave Paintings to Street Art in Hastings

From prehistoric cave art to modern street murals in downtown Hastings, Minnesota, walls have always told our stories. Explore the epic global history, cultural significance, and digital future of murals — with a local twist that brings it all home.

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Be Seen. Be Heard. Be Remembered: How HastingsNow Unites Our Community Through Storytelling

HastingsNow.com turns everyday moments into memorable stories. By fusing text, photos, video, and 30-second Soundbites, we give local businesses, nonprofits, and residents a simple ladder—Be Seen, Be Heard, Be Remembered—to amplify their voices. Explore how our $11.95-a-year “Be Seen” feed, hourly-fresh community channels, and human-first storytelling forge deeper ties across Hastings, Minnesota.