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The Hastings Mutual Insurance Company Charitable Foundation recognizes the contributions of nonprofit organizations in the communities we serve. Each month, we’ll honor one of those organizations as our Nonprofit of the Month.

It’s a tradition every year — because there’s a need every year. Not long ago, the Benton Community Foundation...Full story

How many Christmas movies have you seen this season so far? Many are on streaming services or run 24 hours a day on TV channels; you can literally watch Christmas films non-stop until Christmas (and beyond, really; why not a tradition of “It’s A Wonderful Life” for...Full story

Christmas, Hanukkah, and other holidays are a time for many to gather with family (this year, over the internet) and enjoy the spirit of the season. New Year’s Eve is a time to watch the ball drop and maybe have a party (again, this year’s celebration will...Full story

One of the symbols of Christmas recognizable to everyone, even those who don’t celebrate the holiday, is the poinsettia. (It’s pronounced “poyn-set-ee-uh”; I know, I always mispronounce it too.) Big, bright red blooms that last right through the season are pretty hard to forget.

If you’re a florist,...Full story

Working with your insurance company can be complicated and confusing, though the service team at Hastings Mutual and our local independent agent partners can make the process a little easier for you. A phone call or email is enough to get you started.

Maybe you’ve seen some of the comments from...Full story