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Watertown Hockey Association Honors Chris Rieb’s Legacy with $2,500 Donation
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown Hockey Association (WHA) recently celebrated a milestone in community spirit and remembrance, presenting a $2,500 gift to the Christopher (Chris) Rieb Fund. The donation, presented to Dr. Mark and Susan Rieb on behalf of their late son’s fund, is held by the Watertown Area Community Foundation.

Steve Jurrens
May 151 min read


Bramble Links Disc Golf Course Ranked #4 in South Dakota by UDisc
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Watertown’s Bramble Links Disc Golf Course has earned statewide recognition, landing at #4 on UDisc’s 2026 list of top disc golf courses in South Dakota, according to a release from the Watertown Parks, Recreation & Forestry Department.

Steve Jurrens
May 142 min read


Watertown Fire Rescue Aids Florence Fire Department in Containing Wildland Fire Amid Strong Winds
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Watertown Fire Rescue assisted the Florence Fire Department on Thursday after a wildland fire broke out south of 164th Street and 451st Avenue, according to a media release from WFR.

Steve Jurrens
May 141 min read


Local Leaders Highlight the Power of “Lived Experience” in Watertown’s Recovery Community
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD – In a recent deep-dive interview with Northeast Radio SD, representatives from Codington Connects and the Restart Initiative highlighted a critical shift in how the community approaches addiction and recovery from incarceration: the rise of Peer Support.

Steve Jurrens
May 143 min read


🌟 Community, Connection, and Cowboy Fun: An Update from Joy Ranch 🐴
Joy Ranch Event Coordinator Mallory Olsen recently sat down with Northeast Radio SD to share some exciting updates, upcoming events, and the heartwarming growth happening at the ranch! From new facilities to adorable new arrivals, there is so much to look forward to this season.

Steve Jurrens
May 142 min read


Codington Connects to Host “Splash Into Summer” Family Kick‑Off Event May 28
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Codington Connects is inviting families to celebrate the start of summer at its second annual “Splash Into Summer: Summer Kick Off” event on Thursday, May 28, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Foundation Plaza in downtown Watertown.

Steve Jurrens
May 142 min read


Grills, Games, and Guarding Your Gold: Watertown Prepares for a Busy Summer
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - As the South Dakota sun begins to warm the prairie, the Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce is shifting into high gear. In a recent local broadcast, Chamber representatives and partners from Midwest Bank unveiled a packed summer schedule designed to bring the community together, support local businesses, and protect the town’s financial assets.

Steve Jurrens
May 142 min read


Lake Norden Police Department Welcomes Reserve Officer Matt Baer
Northeast Radio SD News – Lake Norden, SD - The Lake Norden Police Department has officially added a new member to its ranks, welcoming Reserve Officer Matt Baer following his swearing‑in at Monday night’s City Council meeting.

Steve Jurrens
May 141 min read


Riverfront Broadcasting to Acquire Six Watertown Radio Stations from Connoisseur Media
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD – Another major radio station transition is coming to Watertown. Connoisseur Media has announced an agreement to sell its six-station radio cluster in Watertown, South Dakota, to Riverfront Broadcasting. The transaction, which was made public on May 13, 2026, marks another divestment for Connoisseur following its recent spinoff of Brookings-area stations to local staff earlier this year.

Steve Jurrens
May 142 min read


Watertown Man Sentenced in 2024 Yankton High School Officer‑Involved Shooting
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - A Watertown man wounded in an officer‑involved shooting outside Yankton High School in December 2024 has been sentenced to prison following his conviction earlier this year.

Steve Jurrens
May 142 min read


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