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Local Watertown Area News
Local news articles about Watertown and surrounding area.


City Council to Vote on Restricting $30,000 for Maas Indoor Turf Facility Renovation
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council is set to consider a measure at the meeting on Monday, December 15, 2025, that would earmark funds specifically for the renovation of the former Maas Ice Arena facility.

Steve Jurrens
6 hours ago1 min read


Watertown Area United Way Executive Director Heathcote Announces Resignation
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown Area United Way Board of Directors has announced that Executive Director Laura Heathcote will be stepping down, with her resignation effective on February 28, 2026. The organization plans to use the coming months for a structured transition to new leadership.

Steve Jurrens
10 hours ago2 min read


Watertown Community Rallies Behind Christmas Tree Fundraiser, Exceeding $1,600 in Week Two
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The annual Christmas Tree Fundraiser, hosted by the Watertown Area Community Foundation and displayed at the Watertown Regional Library, has generated holiday enthusiasm and community support, accumulating a total of $1,678 in donations as of the second weekly update on December 9.

Steve Jurrens
1 day ago2 min read


Grant County Sheriff Owen Appointed New County Administrator
Northeast Radio SD News - Milbank, SD - Grant County Sheriff Kevin Owen is set to conclude his 15-year tenure in law enforcement at the end of December, transitioning immediately into a key administrative role for the county.

Steve Jurrens
1 day ago1 min read


Codington County Approves New Jail Construction Payment and Temporary Treasurer’s Office Closure
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Codington County Commissioners took action on two key administrative and infrastructure items, approving a payment for the new jail project and authorizing the temporary closure of the Treasurer’s Office for necessary renovations.

Steve Jurrens
2 days ago2 min read


Codington County Approves East River Electric Franchise Renewal, Ensuring Power Reliability
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Codington County Commissioners voted to approve the renewal of a long-standing franchise agreement with East River Electric Cooperative, Inc., securing the continued operation of vital high-voltage transmission lines and substations across the county.

Steve Jurrens
2 days ago1 min read


Codington County Commissioners Approve Transitional Housing Grant Application Amidst Service Expansion
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - In a move deemed crucial for the community’s social services infrastructure, the Codington County Commission approved an emergency application for a federal transitional housing grant.

Steve Jurrens
2 days ago2 min read


SDGFP Seeks Public Aid Following Wanton Waste of Pheasants Near Clark
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks (SDGFP) is asking the public for assistance regarding a recent incident of improper disposal and “wanton waste” of pheasant carcasses discovered in the Clark area.

Steve Jurrens
3 days ago1 min read


School Board Hears Legislative Update: Governor Recommends 0% Increase for Schools
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - During last night’s administrative reports, Superintendent Dr. Jeff Danielsen provided the Watertown School Board with an update on recent legislative developments in Pierre, most notably the Governor’s proposed budget address and anticipated bills concerning property tax relief and school cell phone policies.

Steve Jurrens
3 days ago2 min read


McKinley Early Childhood Center Celebrates Success in Second Year
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown School Board received an enthusiastic update last night on the progress of the McKinley Early Childhood Center (ECC), which is now in its second year of operation.

Steve Jurrens
3 days ago2 min read


Joint Investigation Leads to Arrest in Multi-County ATM Fraud Case
Northeast Radio SD News - Clark, SD - A joint investigation conducted by the Clark Police Department and the Watertown Police Department resulted in the arrest of 33-year-old Jose Burgos-Paqui on December 8, 2025, in connection with a series of ATM fraud incidents.

Steve Jurrens
3 days ago1 min read


Prairie Lakes Healthcare System Earns Spot on Inaugural Forbes’ Top Hospitals List
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Prairie Lakes Healthcare System (PLHS), a division of Sanford Health, has been named to the prestigious Forbes’ Top Hospitals 2026 list, a new national ranking that recognizes acute-care hospitals for delivering high-quality, safe, and value-driven care.

Steve Jurrens
3 days ago1 min read


Lake Area Technical College Esports Team Competes for First-Ever National Title in Call of Duty
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Lake Area Technical College (LATC) Esports program is set to reach a new competitive high this Friday as its Call of Duty: Warzone 2v2 roster competes for the NJCAAE National Championship . The match, a best-of-five series against USC Sumter , is scheduled to begin at 5 p.m. This appearance marks the program’s first national title contest since its inception five years ago, reflecting the rapid and successful growth of collegiat

Steve Jurrens
3 days ago2 min read


Watertown School District Approves Agreement to Combine 2026 Election with County
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown School District (WSD) and Codington County have formally entered into a combined election agreement for the June 2, 2026, election and all subsequent elections on the first Tuesday in June. This decision standardizes the process for local elections and aligns the district with recent state legislation.

Steve Jurrens
4 days ago2 min read


Watertown School District Honors Jolene Sutton on Retirement After 25 Years of Service
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown School District has formally approved the retirement of long-time employee Jolene Sutton, who dedicated 25 years of service to the district, concluding her career at Lincoln Elementary School.

Steve Jurrens
4 days ago1 min read


Lake Area Tech Announces New Dual Credit Scholarships and Build Dakota Event
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Lake Area Technical College (LATC) has announced important updates to scholarship opportunities for both high school students taking dual-credit courses and those applying for the highly competitive Build Dakota Scholarship.

Steve Jurrens
4 days ago2 min read


Joy Ranch Announces Major Expansion: Multi-Purpose Recreational Event Center Coming by 2026
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Joy Ranch of SD has announced a major expansion project: the construction of a new Multi-Purpose Recreational Event Center designed to meet the growing demand for year-round, accessible programming.

Steve Jurrens
4 days ago1 min read


Rollover Crash on I-29 Injures Two Near Castlewood
Northeast Radio SD News - Castlewood, SD - Two individuals were taken to a local hospital following a single-vehicle rollover crash on Interstate 29 (I-29) in Hamlin County this morning, Monday, December 8, 2025.
At approximately 8:41 a.m., emergency crews responded to the incident near Mile Marker 169 in the southbound lanes of I-29.

Steve Jurrens
4 days ago1 min read


Watertown's Own "Chester" Rocks Northeast Radio SD Studio
WATERTOWN, S.D. – Watertown’s music scene recently got a boost when the local alternative band Chester took to the airwaves, performing original tracks live in the Northeast Radio SD studio. The youthful trio, composed of Jaden (drums), Keegan (bass), and Quade (lead/songwriter), demonstrated their high-energy style, rooted primarily in 90s alternative and classic rock influences.

Steve Jurrens
4 days ago2 min read


Community Leaders Bring National Ministry to Watertown for Healing and Awareness
Local community and faith leaders are collaborating to host a major two-day conference aimed at bringing awareness, healing, and resources to the growing issue of sexual brokenness and relational dysfunction within the community.

Steve Jurrens
4 days ago2 min read
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