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Northeast Radio SD News – South Dakota - Governor Larry Rhoden has officially cleared his desk of the final legislative items of the Session, signing five key bills on Friday aimed at fortifying South Dakota’s rural infrastructure and supporting its agricultural economy.

Northeast Radio SD News – Sisseton, SD - Local veterans and their families will soon have a chance to connect over a cup of coffee while navigating the often-complex world of military benefits.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Governor Larry Rhoden is set to headline the 24th annual Governor’s Luncheon at Lake Area Technical College (LATC) this May. The event, a long-standing partnership between the college and the South Dakota Governor’s office, serves as a primary fundraiser for student scholarships and campus infrastructure projects.

Northeast Radio SD News – Clear Lakes, SD - In an effort to build a more resilient community, the local non-profit Lost & Found is bringing a vital mental health resource to Deuel County this month.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The South Dakota Public Utilities Commission (PUC) convened on Tuesday, March 10, at the Matthews Training Center to address a heavy agenda dominated by utility rate settlements, pipeline safety violations, and a growing wave of consumer concerns regarding rising energy costs.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown Optimist Club is stepping up to support local youth with a $2,000 donation to Joy Ranch. The funds are earmarked for The Hitching Post, a brand-new facility designed to expand the ranch’s capacity for year-round recreation and community service.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - A new wave of support is flowing into the region as the Prairie Lakes Legacy Fund announces its first round of strategic investments. Administered by the Watertown Area Community Foundation, the fund targets critical gaps in mental health, public transportation, and support for victims of domestic violence.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - During the public comment portion of Tuesday’s Codington County Commissioners’ meeting, local voters were introduced to a new face in the race for the State House. Ryan Kohl, a veteran and former educator, officially introduced himself to the board as a candidate for the District 4 House of Representatives, promising a “laser-focused” approach to the needs of rural communities.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Codington County is putting its share of national opioid settlement dollars to work. On Tuesday, the Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved a $40,000 contract with Production Monkeys, an Aberdeen-based marketing and production firm, to spearhead a comprehensive community awareness campaign to tackle the local opioid crisis.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD – During Tuesday’s (3/24/26) Board of Commissioners meeting, Emergency Management Director Andrew Delgado presented the first official spring hydrologic outlook, indicating a significantly lower risk of flooding than in previous years.