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Codington County 4-H Opens New Year With Enrollment, Record Books, and Recognition Event
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The new 4-H year officially began on Oct. 1 in Codington County, kicking off a busy season of enrollments, record-keeping, and national recognition.

Steve Jurrens
Oct 72 min read


FBI Arrests 18-Year-Old Richfield, Minnesota Man Accused of ISIS-Inspired Mall of America Mass Shooting Plot
Northeast Radio SD News – Minnesota State News - Federal prosecutors have charged an 18‑year‑old Richfield, Minnesota, man with knowingly receiving a firearm and ammunition to commit a federal crime of terrorism, following an FBI sting operation that investigators say prevented a planned mass‑casualty attack.

Steve Jurrens
Oct 72 min read


Codington County Extends 2027 Employee Health Insurance Proposal Deadline to Oct. 13
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Codington County Board of Commissioners has extended the deadline for insurance providers to submit proposals for the county’s 2027 employee health insurance plans.

Steve Jurrens
Oct 71 min read


Codington County Approves Rural Plats for Wyatt Endries, Three Oaks Farms
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Codington County Commissioners approved two rural plat resolutions, finalizing agricultural property transfers and farmstead exemptions in Rauville Township and the former reservation area.

Steve Jurrens
Oct 71 min read


Watertown’s Teddy Berglund Receives Outstanding Citizen with a Disability Award
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - A familiar face around Watertown has received one of the community’s highest recognitions for disability achievement and advocacy. Teddy Berglund was named the recipient of the Outstanding Citizen with a Disability Award, presented in conjunction with National Disability Employment Awareness Month.

Steve Jurrens
Oct 71 min read


Rachel’s Hope Distributes Record 4,045 Essential Items to 146 Watertown-Area Families
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Rachel’s Hope marked another record month in September, delivering more than 4,000 essential items to families across the Watertown area as demand for basic-needs assistance continues to rise.

Steve Jurrens
Oct 71 min read


Watertown Candidate Forum Highlights Data Center Debate, School Funding, and Codington County Auditor Race
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Candidates for Codington County Auditor and South Dakota Legislative Districts 4 and 5 outlined their platforms, debated local control of data centers, and discussed public education funding during a Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce forum on Tuesday evening.

Steve Jurrens
Oct 63 min read


Watertown City Council Prioritizes Employee Pay in 2027 Budget, Presses for 5th Avenue Repairs, Kampeska Update, Fruit Trees & Electric Cars
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council wrapped up Monday night’s meeting with a wide-ranging discussion covering 2027 municipal budget priorities, oversight of the public works contractor along 5th Avenue, committee appointments for the water treatment plant, and surplus equipment at the Watertown Wellness Center.

Steve Jurrens
Oct 64 min read


Watertown City Council Approves 40 New Residential Lots in Harmony Hill Expansion
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council unanimously approved a plat resolution and development agreement for the fourth edition of Harmony Hill, paving the way for 40 new residential lots on the city's south side.

Steve Jurrens
Oct 62 min read


Watertown City Council Streamlines Licensing for Garbage Haulers, Wastewater Contractors, and Gas Fitters
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council unanimously approved the second readings of three municipal ordinance amendments, shifting several licensing approvals from the council directly to administrative staff to streamline city operations.

Steve Jurrens
Oct 62 min read



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