While waiting for someone with first hand knowledge of Hastings to respond - If being close to your only daughter is your goal and Hastings is a consideration- The Chamber / Tourism Bureau website link with visitor, Community and local attractions, shopping and dining information may help acquaint you a bit with the community and possibly answer a few of your questions. Please double check and make sure this is the area you're questioning- if so I hope it shines some light - while awaiting response from someone there locally.
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Hastings Chamber Link:
http://www.hastingsmn.org/tourmain.htm - Wed May 21 2008, 20:01