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Shed Fire at Victory Farms Brings Multi‑Agency Response Saturday Morning
Northeast Radio SD News – Grant County, SD - Multiple fire departments and emergency agencies responded Saturday morning to a shed fire at Victory Farms, located near the intersection of 482 and 153. The call came in at 9:49 a.m., reporting a tractor on fire inside a steel shed containing straw and sawdust.

Steve Jurrens
Apr 191 min read


Arrows Deliver Strong Early‑Season Marks at Huron Invite
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown Arrows opened their outdoor season with a commanding performance Friday, April 10, 2026, at the Huron Invite, posting event wins, meet records, and a surge of personal‑best marks across both the boys’ and girls’ teams.

Steve Jurrens
Apr 193 min read


Watertown Sales Tax Collections Show Steady Growth to Start 2026
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Watertown’s latest sales‑tax report shows the city entering 2026 with continued economic momentum, driven by gains in both the 1st and 2nd Penny sales taxes and a strong start for the BBB (Bed, Board & Booze) tax.

Steve Jurrens
Apr 182 min read


Watertown Man Facing Felony DUI Charges After Traffic Stop Near Hayti
Northeast Radio SD News – Hayti, SD - A 29-year-old male from Watertown was taken into custody Tuesday afternoon following reports of a vehicle swerving dangerously across the roadway near Hayti.

Steve Jurrens
Apr 171 min read


Local Students Gather for Annual “Beads on One String” Kindness Event at the Goss Opera House
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Goss Opera House once again hosted one of its most meaningful youth events of the year as second‑grade students from across the community came together for the annual Beads on One String celebration, a program centered on kindness, inclusion, and the idea that every person is connected.

Steve Jurrens
Apr 171 min read


Arrows Use Power and Pitching to Sweep the Tea Area in Thursday's Doubleheader
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Watertown opened its home slate with a decisive doubleheader sweep of Tea Area on Thursday at Watertown Stadium, combining a run‑rule victory in the opener with steady pitching and aggressive baserunning in the nightcap.

Steve Jurrens
Apr 172 min read


City of Watertown Sets April 27 Start Date for 2026 City‑Wide Cleanup
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The City of Watertown will launch its 2026 City‑Wide Cleanup on Monday, April 27, offering curbside pickup of large and bulky items for residents across the community.

Steve Jurrens
Apr 172 min read


Special Report on 2026 Legislative Recap: Senator Glen Vilhauer Discusses Record Bill Counts, Property Tax Relief, and Rural Health Funding
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Following the conclusion of a highly active 38-day session in Pierre, District 5 Senator Glen Vilhauer sat down with Northeast Radio SD to provide a factual breakdown of the key legislation affecting South Dakota residents. According to Vilhauer, the Session saw a record-breaking 600 bills introduced—the highest volume since 1998—with approximately 240 eventually signed into law by the Governor.

Steve Jurrens
Apr 162 min read


Breaking the Cycle: Codington County and BSBB Partner to Expand Sober Housing and Re-entry Services
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - For individuals leaving incarceration, the first few hours of freedom are often the most precarious. Without a stable place to sleep or a way to get to a job, the path back to the community is frequently blocked by the walls of addiction and homelessness.

Steve Jurrens
Apr 162 min read


High Stakes and Nike Dunks: Watertown After Prom Prepares for “Last Rodeo”
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - As graduation approaches, the Watertown High School junior and senior classes are preparing for one of the most anticipated events of the year: the 2026 After Prom. Organized by a dedicated committee led by Tasha Torgerson and Megan Byer, this year’s event promises a high-energy, safe environment packed with prizes, games, and a few surprises.

Steve Jurrens
Apr 163 min read


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