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Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Jason and Stephanie Lenards received the green light to move forward with a substantial expansion of their property at 434 S Lake Drive after the Board of Adjustment granted a side yard setback variance.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - A long-standing commercial space in downtown Watertown is set for a residential transformation. The Board of Adjustment unanimously approved a conditional use request to establish a dwelling unit on the main floor of a commercial structure at 24 Midway Alley.

Northeast Radio SD News – South Dakota - South Dakota is officially stepping away from managing its own industrial hemp program. Senate Bill 39, which has successfully navigated the state legislature and received final legislative approval this month, will shift the oversight of the state’s hemp growers to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).

Northeast Radio SD News – Custer, SD - The Qury Fire, located two miles southeast of Custer, has officially reached 68% containment. The blaze currently stands at 9,168 acres.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - As the snow melts and warmer weather approaches, the City of Watertown is preparing for the annual spring cleanup. The Public Works Department announced that curbside yard waste collection is set to resume the week of Monday, March 30, 2026.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - With warmer temperatures arriving and snow beginning to melt, the City of Watertown’s Wastewater Division is reminding residents of seasonal regulations regarding sump pump usage to protect the local infrastructure and prevent costly backups.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown community is gearing up for two days of inspiration and professional growth as the 4th annual Day of Development returns on March 24-25, 2026. Founder Mitch Reed, who also serves as the Superintendent of the Florence School District, interviewed with Steve Jurrens at Northeast Radio SD to discuss the event’s evolution and what attendees can expect this year.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce has announced a bold new direction for one of the region’s most anticipated summer traditions. Cookin’ on Kampeska returns to Stokes-Thomas Lake City Park from July 16–18, 2026, featuring a “music-first” festival format that moves beyond its traditional BBQ competition roots to offer a bigger, more vibrant community experience.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - In a town known for its industrious spirit, Ann Taecker is working to ensure that “creative” remains a core part of the local vocabulary. Speaking to the Watertown Rotary Club on Thursday, Taecker—a visual artist, grant specialist, and community development advocate—shared her vision for a Watertown where art isn’t just a luxury for the few, but a vital part of the daily lives of all citizens.

Northeast Radio SD News – South Dakota - Otter Tail Power Company (OTP) has officially moved forward with its annual regulatory ritual: updating the rates it pays to independent energy producers.