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Sturgis Motorcycle Rally 2026: Injury Crashes Drop Nearly 40% as Drug Arrests, Traffic Citations Rise
Northeast Radio SD News – Sturgis, SD - Injury crashes saw a dramatic drop. At the same time, drug enforcement and traffic citations increased during the 2026 Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, according to final weekly statistics released Saturday by the South Dakota Highway Patrol.

Steve Jurrens
Aug 153 min read


Watertown City Council to Hold Vote on 25-Year Dynoair Hangar Lease at Watertown Regional Airport
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council will hold a formal public hearing Monday night before considering approval of a 25-year ground lease agreement with Dynoair, LLC for private hangar space at the Watertown Regional Airport.

Steve Jurrens
Aug 152 min read


Watertown City Council to Vote on Highway 212 Lighting Agreement for Safer West-Side Intersections
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Drivers traveling west of Watertown along U.S. Highway 212 will soon see improved nighttime visibility as the city prepares to finalize a major safety agreement with the state. On Monday night, the Watertown City Council is expected to vote on a formal Joint Powers Maintenance and Encroachment Agreement with the South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) as part of its consent agenda.

Steve Jurrens
Aug 142 min read


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



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