Local Watertown Area News

Northeast Radio SD News - Wallace, SD - In the heart of the Prairie Pothole Region, where the rhythm of the tractor often clashes with the nesting cycles of wild waterfowl, 18-year-old Madison Grimm is carving out a new legacy—not just with a paintbrush, but with a high-tech incubator and a bottle of clear nail polish.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Bramble Park Zoo is inviting local students to trade their bedrooms for the zoo grounds this spring break. The zoo has officially announced its Inaugural Spring Break Lock-In, a first-of-its-kind overnight experience designed specifically for students in grades 6 through 12.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - In a move set to shake up South Dakota’s Republican primary, Navy veteran and local business owner Justin McNeal has announced his candidacy for the U.S. Senate. McNeal, a political newcomer, is positioning himself as a grassroots alternative to two-term incumbent Senator Mike Rounds, focusing his campaign on fiscal responsibility, term limits, and a return to “principled leadership.”

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown Arrows wrestling program delivered an unforgettable performance this past weekend at the 2026 SDHSAA State Individual Wrestling Championships.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Local authorities are investigating a serious head-on collision that occurred Sunday afternoon on U.S. Highway 20, resulting in serious injuries and a citation for a teenage driver.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council will convene Monday, March 2, 2026, at 5:30 PM at City Hall to deliberate on an agenda highlighted by “workforce” housing initiatives and long-term lease agreements at the Watertown Regional Airport.

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Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Winter has made its presence known, and the City of Watertown Street Division has officially declared a Snow Emergency as of February 28, 2026. Public works crews are already on the job to ensure the safety and accessibility of city roadways.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown Area United Way officially marked the conclusion of its 2025–2026 campaign this week, announcing a staggering fundraising total of over $669,000. The announcement came during a celebratory evening gathering that brought together the donors, volunteers, and community partners responsible for the campaign’s success.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Prairie Lakes Healthcare System (PLHS) has announced the promotion of Caitlin Broek to the role of Director of Information Technology (IT) and Clinical Informatics.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Reliabank, in a strategic partnership with the Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines (FHLB Des Moines), has announced a major capital infusion into eastern South Dakota. A total of $619,600 is being awarded this month to local non-profits and community development initiatives, with $442,500 of that total coming directly from the Member Impact Fund.

Northeast Radio SD News – Deuel County/Grant County, SD - Local infrastructure is set for a significant boost following the South Dakota Transportation Commission’s February meeting, where Deuel and Grant counties were named as recipients of the 2026 Bridge Improvement Grants (BIG).

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - In a room lined with international flags and the “Four-Way Test” of the Rotary Club, U.S. Representative and 2026 gubernatorial candidate Dusty Johnson delivered a sobering yet characteristically straightforward address on the state of the union Thursday afternoon.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The City of Watertown Public Works Department has announced the commencement of a lift station improvement project set to begin on Tuesday, March 3, 2026. The infrastructure upgrades are expected to take approximately two weeks, with a scheduled completion date of Tuesday, March 17, 2026, pending favorable weather and site conditions.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Salvation Army of Watertown has officially “wrapped” its 2025 Christmas campaign, and the results are nothing short of monumental. In a recent interview on Northeast Radio SD, Captain Dennis Jolly announced that the community blew past its fundraising targets, raising a staggering $353,000—shattering the original goal of $244,000.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - In an era where the pressures on middle school students are shifting faster than the seasons, one local program is finding success by meeting kids exactly where they are: in the hallway, the classroom, and the principal’s office.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown Figure Skate Club (WFSC) delivered a powerhouse performance at the 36th Annual Leap and Compete Competition in Wahpeton, North Dakota, this past weekend. Sending 17 skaters to represent the club, WFSC athletes returned home with 18 gold medals and nearly 50 podium finishes, marking one of the most successful outings of the season.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Fresh off a record-breaking Farm Show, the Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce is maintaining its momentum with a full slate of community events. Chamber leaders Mackenzie Ries (Director of Ag Engagement) and Karen Aiken (Director of Membership Engagement) recently shared a packed March calendar, featuring the conclusion of a local culinary tradition, a massive St. Patrick’s Day celebration, and the launch of professional development p

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Beacon Center received a major financial boost this week, announcing that Reliabank made a contribution totaling $49,000 to support the organization’s ongoing advocacy and shelter services.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The South Dakota Department of Health (DOH) has released its 2026 fish consumption advisories following the completion of the state’s annual fish collection and sampling program.