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Watertown City Council to Vote on $2.84M Airport Solar Array Contract Monday
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD – Northeast Radio SD News has followed this bid trail since October 2025, and now, the City of Watertown is moving closer to “breaking ground” on its ambitious renewable energy upgrade at the Watertown Regional Airport.

Steve Jurrens
Aug 142 min read


Watertown City Council to Vote on 5% Raise, New Contract for City Manager Alan Stager
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council is scheduled to vote Monday night on a new employment agreement and a 5% salary increase for City Manager Alan Stager.

Steve Jurrens
Aug 142 min read


Watertown Man Alex Kowalski Faces State, Federal Charges in Child Sex Abuse Investigation
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - A 23-year-old Watertown man is facing extensive state and federal criminal charges following multiple law enforcement investigations into allegations of sexual abuse, grooming, and exploitation involving young boys.

Steve Jurrens
Aug 143 min read


Names Released in I-29 Fatal Crash Near Sisseton, South Dakota
Breaking news graphic: Fatal Crash with flashing police lights, police line tape, and Northeast Radio SD logo.

Steve Jurrens
Aug 141 min read


2026 Sturgis Motorcycle Rally Statistics: Citations and Warnings Rise as Injury Crashes, Arrests Decline
Northeast Radio SD News – Sturgis, SD - Enforcement statistics and crash numbers for the 2026 Sturgis Motorcycle Rally show a general decrease in arrests and traffic accidents compared to last year, while citations and warnings have risen, according to the latest data released by the South Dakota Highway Patrol.

Steve Jurrens
Aug 132 min read


South Dakota AG Marty Jackley Proposes Privacy Safeguards for Police License Plate Readers
Northeast Radio SD News – South Dakota - South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley has announced plans to propose state legislation establishing strict safeguards for law enforcement’s use of License Plate Reader (LPR) technology across South Dakota.

Steve Jurrens
Aug 132 min read


Free Credit Card Swipe Fee Forum Coming to Milbank for South Dakota Business Owners
Northeast Radio SD News – Milbank, SD - For most local retailers, credit card swipe fees represent the single highest operating cost after employee labor. To help Milbank area business owners navigate these growing expenses, the South Dakota Retailers Association is bringing a free educational forum to Main Street later this month.

Steve Jurrens
Aug 132 min read


Watertown Rep. Josephine Garcia to Chair South Dakota Medical Marijuana Oversight Committee Meeting in Pierre
Northeast Radio SD News – Pierre, SD - Watertown State Representative Josephine Garcia (R-Watertown) will lead South Dakota’s Medical Marijuana Oversight Committee as Chair when it convenes for its first meeting of the 2026 interim. The meeting is scheduled for Monday, August 17, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. CT in Room 413 of the State Capitol in Pierre.

Steve Jurrens
Aug 132 min read


Sturgis Rally Traffic Down Nearly 8% Through First Six Days, SDDOT Reports
Northeast Radio SD News – Sturgis, SD - Vehicle traffic entering Sturgis for the 86th Annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally is trailing historical averages by nearly 8% through the first six days of the event, according to data released by the South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT).

Steve Jurrens
Aug 132 min read


Deuel School District Receives $10,757 Donation from Deuel County Farmers Union Pride Pump Program in Clear Lake
Northeast Radio SD News – Clear Lake, SD - A local fuel initiative has turned everyday fill-ups into considerable support for local education. The Deuel School District received a $10,757.01 donation thanks to the Deuel County Farmers Union (DCFU) Pride Pump Program and matching funds from cooperative lender CoBank.

Steve Jurrens
Aug 131 min read



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