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Florence High School Culinary Talents Set to Compete on State Stage in Pierre
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Students from Florence High School are putting the finishing touches on their recipes and business strategies as they prepare to represent their community at the 2026 South Dakota ProStart® Invitational.

Steve Jurrens
Feb 222 min read


Watertown Arrows Dominate Region 1A Wrestling Tournament: Five Champions and 12 State Qualifiers Secure Team Title
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown Arrows clearly proved their strength on Saturday at the Region 1A tournament, performing well in Dell Rapids to win the team championship with 244.0 points.

Steve Jurrens
Feb 222 min read


Senate committee kills retail-fee property tax swap after rural fairness warnings: Capitol Minute
The Senate Taxation Committee voted 4–3 on Friday to kill Senate Bill 243, ending Sen. John Carley’s proposal to replace property taxes with a retail “transaction fee” that supporters said could eliminate owner-occupied property taxes first.

Steve Jurrens
Feb 223 min read


Two Injured in Rollover Crash Near White, SD
Northeast Radio SD News - White, SD - Two individuals were transported to the hospital Saturday evening following a single-vehicle rollover accident just east of White.

Steve Jurrens
Feb 221 min read


Visit Watertown Relocates to Historic Goss Opera House: A New Era for Tourism in South Dakota (Video/Audio)
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - In a major announcement that signals a new chapter for the Watertown tourism industry, Executive Director Anjelica Uthe of Visit Watertown revealed that the organization will be relocating its headquarters to the heart of the city’s historic district. Starting April 1, 2026, Visit Watertown will take up residence in the historic Goss Opera House, moving into the space formerly occupied by Maud’s Mercantile.

Steve Jurrens
Feb 213 min read


District 4 Dylan Jordan Update: Property Tax Relief and Foreign Funding Transparency Move Forward in Pierre
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - As the 2026 Legislative Session approaches the critical “crossover” deadline, State Representative Dylan C. Jordan (R-District 4) reports a week of high-stakes voting marked by a major push for property tax reform and new oversight for higher education funding.

Steve Jurrens
Feb 212 min read


Watertown Radio Station: Northeast Radio SD - Watertown's Voice
Northeast South Dakota’s media landscape has a vital hub in Watertown, where local radio plays a crucial role in connecting communities. As a primary source of news, entertainment, and public discourse, the Watertown radio station serves as a linchpin for residents across the Glacial Lakes region. This article explores the significance of Northeast Radio SD in Watertown, its role in fostering community engagement, and the broader impact on the region’s cultural and economic v

Steve Jurrens
Feb 214 min read


Cattle Market Hits Historic Highs as Feeder Prices Surge
Northeast Radio SD News – South Dakota - The cattle market showed remarkable strength this week, headlined by a record-breaking performance in the CME Feeder Cattle Index and broad gains across the feeder and stocker categories. Despite a slight dip in overall meat production, the industry continues to see aggressive pricing compared to both last month and year-over-year averages.

Steve Jurrens
Feb 212 min read


Watertown Planning Commission Approves Annexation of Benedictine Sisters' Land for Future Residential Development
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - A 2.8-acre tract of land owned by the Benedictine Sisters of Mother of God Monastery is one step closer to joining the Watertown city limits following a unanimous Planning Commission recommendation.

Steve Jurrens
Feb 211 min read


Watertown Planning Commission Rejects Downtown “Steel Container” Ordinance Change
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Planning Commission encountered a setback during its routine agenda, voting 6-1 to reject a proposed amendment to the Downtown Overlay District intended to clarify building material standards.

Steve Jurrens
Feb 201 min read
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