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Watertown City Council Closes Loophole, Restricts Hemp-Derived Products to 21+
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council unanimously approved the second reading of an ordinance amendment on Wednesday night, officially prohibiting the sale, purchase, and possession of hemp-derived products to individuals under the age of 21.

Steve Jurrens
Nov 191 min read


Council Approves New Ethics Hotline Following “Culture of Fear” Concerns; Former Employee Allegations Read into Record
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council voted unanimously tonight to approve a new professional services agreement with NAVEX, a risk and compliance management company, to establish an anonymous reporting hotline for city employees.

Steve Jurrens
Nov 191 min read


Celebrate the Season with Watertown's 29th Annual Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting Ceremony
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Watertown is preparing for a festive start to the holiday season with the 29th Annual Uptown Holiday Lighted Parade, set for Friday, November 28, 2025, at 6:30 PM. The event promises an evening filled with light, music, and community spirit.

Steve Jurrens
Nov 192 min read


Gathering for Change: Discuss Property Taxes with Governor Rhoden and Senator Vilhauer
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Americans for Prosperity–South Dakota (AFP–SD) is hosting a community dinner focused on the critical issue of property taxes, titled "Your Town, Your Taxes Dinner," at the Goss Opera House in Watertown.

Steve Jurrens
Nov 191 min read


Rounds Details South Dakota Funding Wins and Legislative Focus Following Government Shutdown
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD – U.S. Senator Mike Rounds (R-S.D.) has highlighted significant funding secured for military projects in South Dakota and detailed his immediate legislative focus following the recent government shutdown in an interview today with Northeast Radio SD News broadcaster Steve Jurrens. Speaking on the need to resume everyday appropriations work quickly, Rounds emphasized the importance of bipartisanship to complete the federal budget.

Steve Jurrens
Nov 182 min read


SDDOT and Partners to Host Webinar on Winter Travel and New Variable Speed Limit System
Northeast Radio SD News – South Dakota - As winter weather approaches, the South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) is teaming up with the South Dakota Highway Patrol and the National Weather Service (NWS) to host a Pre-Winter Travel and Safety Webinar for the public.

Steve Jurrens
Nov 182 min read


Governor Rhoden Launches Campaign for Full Term, Vows to Keep South Dakota 'Strong, Safe, and Free
Northeast Radio SD News – South Dakota - Governor Larry Rhoden officially launched his campaign for a full term as Governor of South Dakota on Tuesday, announcing his bid to a crowd gathered in the lobby of the Hotel Alex Johnson in Rapid City.

Steve Jurrens
Nov 182 min read


Watertown Fire Rescue Welcomes Firefighter/Paramedic Serreyn to Full Status
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Watertown Fire Rescue has officially recognized the successful completion of the probationary period for Firefighter/Paramedic Ryley Serreyn. The milestone was marked today with a presentation from Fire Chief Don Rowland.

Steve Jurrens
Nov 181 min read


South Dakota National Guard Maintenance Company Deploys to Europe
Northeast Radio SD News – South Dakota - More than 130 Soldiers from the South Dakota Army National Guard’s 665th Support Maintenance Company (SMC), based in Mitchell, have been activated for federal service in support of overseas operations.

Steve Jurrens
Nov 182 min read


DCI Investigates Suspected Drug Overdose Death at Mike Durfee State Prison
Northeast Radio SD News – South Dakota - The South Dakota Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is currently investigating the suspected drug overdose death of an inmate at the Mike Durfee State Prison in Springfield.

Steve Jurrens
Nov 181 min read
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