Welcome to 2025: HastingsNow.com’s Big Leap Forward
HastingsNow.com successfully captured a diverse array of public events throughout the year 2024, including the much-anticipated annual Halloween Candy Crawl, which was sponsored by the Downtown Business Association. This popular event brought together families and community members, transforming the downtown area into a festive hub filled with children in creative costumes excitedly collecting treats from local businesses.
It’s an exciting time at HastingsNow.com! As we step boldly into 2025, we’re thrilled to unveil a host of innovative features designed to empower local businesses, amplify community voices, and position Hastings as a leader in the digital frontier. We’re here to connect, support, and help every local brand shine—and we want YOU to be a part of it.
Here’s what’s new, what’s exciting, and why HastingsNow.com is the best partner for local brands ready to take the AI leap:
Introducing Our Top 2025 Features
Category Leadership Opportunities Each of our 21 categories (e.g., Downtown) streams curated, local social media content. Local brands now have the chance to step up as leaders in their respective categories. Want to own the spotlight in "Hastings Outdoors" or "Downtown Buzz"? Let’s make it happen!
AI-Powered Podcasts Did you catch our inaugural Downtown podcast? Your brand can be featured in future episodes! Brands that join HastingsNow 365 will work with our AI to add their voice to official category podcasts. Learn more here.
Call-In Podcast Features Beneath every podcast, there’s now a "call-in" button where businesses and residents can leave messages for a chance to be featured. Imagine your message resonating across Hastings and beyond!
Echologue: Your AI-Powered Brand Story HastingsNow.com helps brands create their first Echologue, a journey through time, self, and community. Ready to tell your brand’s story in a way that engages and inspires? Explore the Echologue blog here.
Local Exchange Program Through the Local Exchange, we’re partnering with brands committed to making a positive impact in Hastings. Whether it’s through mentorship, donations, or local collaborations, your brand can drive change where it matters most.
24/7 Live Streams and RSS Bundles HastingsNow.com now offers curated live streams and RSS bundles tailored to each of our 21 categories. Your business can be part of this ongoing showcase of the best Hastings has to offer.
AI Workshops & AI Talkshow Podcasts Dive into the future with AI workshops or make your mark in one of our talkshow-style podcasts. HastingsNow.com provides tools and platforms to elevate your brand’s tech game and community engagement.
Why Join HastingsNow 365?
HastingsNow 365 is more than a subscription; it’s a partnership. Your brand receives:
Inclusion in category streams and podcasts
Tools to create your Echologue
Exclusive access to AI workshops
Visibility across HastingsNow.com’s growing digital presence
How to Join and Lead Your Category
Taking the lead in your category is simple:
Visit HastingsNow.com.
Explore your category’s dedicated page.
Reach out to us to learn how you can secure a leadership role.
This is your chance to stand out in your niche and connect directly with Hastings’ residents and visitors.
The Local Exchange: Be Part of the Movement
HastingsNow.com’s Local Exchange is a program for businesses committed to making a difference. Whether you want to mentor a new entrepreneur, share resources, or give back to the community, the Local Exchange is your opportunity to lead by example.
Reach out today to learn how you can get involved.
Let’s Take the AI Leap Together
HastingsNow.com’s mission is clear: We want to support local businesses in adopting cutting-edge tools that make marketing easier, faster, and more engaging. From chatbots and live streams to curated content and beyond, our goal is to help you shine in the digital age.
Are you ready to take your brand to the next level? Join HastingsNow 365, lead your category, and make your mark in the Local Exchange. Together, we’ll build a stronger, more connected Hastings.
Sign up or learn more and let’s make 2025 the year your brand takes the spotlight!
