BEHIND THE MIC
About Us
We’re your local digital radio for Northeast South Dakota, rooted in community and powered by connection.
We know you could listen anywhere, but NE Radio is your best stop for the news and facts you deserve, paired with the music you love. From country to rock and pop from the 90s to early 2000s,
we keep your days moving with a mix that entertains, informs, and feels like home.
With Community Foundations as our backbone, we’re here to celebrate, uplift, and keep you connected to what matters most.
STEVE JURRENS
Say hello to Steve Jurrens, our
on-air personality and the man with the news. With his finger firmly on the community’s pulse, Steve brings you the facts that matter most - keeping you informed, connected, and in the know every day. As a '90s kid with a Talkboy in hand, he was already recording songs and creating his own intros, proof that radio has always been in his blood.
Steve brings over seven years of professional experience in the radio industry. As a Watertown native, born and raised at the old Memorial Hospital, Steve has built a reputation for his engaging on-air presence and his unwavering commitment to delivering hyper-local news and stories to the Watertown and Glacial Lakes region. Prior to his radio career, Steve managed the Karl's TV & Appliance store in Watertown for seven years. This experience demonstrates not only his deep community roots but also his proven business acumen and management skills.
His vision for Northeast Radio SD is to provide a platform that is deeply rooted in the community, connecting people with the stories and information that matter most.
DORENE FOSTER
Dorene Foster brings over 30 years of radio broadcasting experience to the team, making her a beloved and recognizable voice in the area. Early in her career, she worked at South Dakota Public Radio and Brookings Radio before returning to her roots at a Watertown radio station in the early '90s. She went on to work at KS93, KBHB, the Dakota Radio Group in Pierre, and most recently at KXLG Radio.
Dorene is known for her infectious energy and personality, famously telling listeners to "Buckle up!" before getting to the fun stuff. She is a well-known local DJ for weddings, special events, and fundraisers, and a massive supporter of agriculture and the youth, with a special love for rodeo and 4-H. Her dedication to the community, her homemade jams, and her beloved Highland Scottish Bull named Gus are just a few of the personal touches that have endeared her to so many in the community.