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New Glacial Lakes Humane Society Facility Clears First Hurdle with Conditional Use Approval
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Glacial Lakes Humane Society has moved a step closer to building a new facility after the Watertown Board of Adjustment unanimously approved a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) on Thursday, November 20, 2025.

Steve Jurrens
Nov 241 min read


Two Drivers Cited for Racing and Excessive Speed Near Lake Norden
Northeast Radio SD News – Lake Norden, SD - The Hamlin County Sheriff's Office stopped two vehicles engaged in street racing Saturday evening, with drivers recorded traveling at speeds over 100 miles per hour.

Steve Jurrens
Nov 241 min read


DCI Investigates Saturday Night Shooting in Iroquois; Suspect Arrested
Northeast Radio SD News - Iroquois, SD - A Saturday night shooting incident at a home in Iroquois resulted in one man being injured and another being arrested, according to a release from South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley.

Steve Jurrens
Nov 241 min read


Driver Sustains Serious Injuries After Vehicle Submerges in Pond
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Emergency crews responded to a serious incident Monday morning after a vehicle reportedly drove into a pond and became fully submerged.
On Monday, November 24, 2025, at approximately 9:52 AM, the Watertown Police Department, Watertown Fire Rescue, Codington County Emergency Management, and Codington County Search and Rescue were dispatched to the area of the 200 block of Challenger Way Southeast.

Steve Jurrens
Nov 241 min read


Two Juveniles Uninjured After Single-Vehicle Crash Near Lake Norden
Northeast Radio SD News – Lake Norden, SD - Two juveniles sustained no injuries following a single-vehicle crash late Saturday night in rural Hamlin County.
On Saturday, November 22, 2025, at approximately 10:21 p.m., the Hamlin County Sheriff’s Office responded to a crash site on 194th Street, about a quarter-mile east of 447th Street, near Lake Norden. The Lake Norden Fire Department and Lake Norden Ambulance were also dispatched to the scene.

Steve Jurrens
Nov 241 min read


Codington County Highway Department Updates on Construction Safety, Approves Equipment Rate Increase
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Codington County Highway Superintendent, Randy Falvey, presented updates on ongoing projects, winter readiness, and new equipment rental rates during the County Commission meeting last Tuesday.

Steve Jurrens
Nov 242 min read


Codington County Human Services Reports High-Intensity Client Needs, Progress on Housing and Childcare Initiatives
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Codington County Community Services Director Sara Foust reported on service delivery, successful grant funding, and community-wide collaborative efforts focused on housing and childcare during the County Commission meeting last Tuesday.

Steve Jurrens
Nov 242 min read


California Man Sentenced to 33 Years in Federal Prison for Meth Conspiracy
Northeast Radio SD News – South Dakota - A California man has been sentenced to 33 years in federal prison for leading a large-scale methamphetamine trafficking and money laundering organization operating between California and South Dakota.

Steve Jurrens
Nov 242 min read


Attorney General Jackley Forms New Task Force to Review Open Meetings Laws
Northeast Radio SD News – South Dakota - South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley has announced the creation of a new Advisory Task Force Committee on Open Meetings Laws, which will convene for its first meeting on Tuesday, November 25, in Pierre.

Steve Jurrens
Nov 242 min read


South Dakota Community Foundation Launches Major Grant Initiatives for 2026
Northeast Radio SD News – South Dakota - The South Dakota Community Foundation (SDCF) Board of Directors has approved three new strategic initiatives to support nonprofit organizations across the state. Beginning in January 2026, the foundation will open funding opportunities focused on Child Wellbeing, Housing, and Workforce Development.

Steve Jurrens
Nov 242 min read
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