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Northeast Radio SD News – Vermillion, SD - The University of South Dakota (USD) is taking a major step forward in its commitment to student-athletes with the announcement of the Gassen Family Fieldhouse, a state-of-the-art indoor facility slated for completion in June 2028. The Office of the State Engineer (OSE) is currently seeking Statements of Qualifications from firms interested in providing Construction Manager at Risk (CMR) services for this landmark project.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown Police Department has announced the arrest of six individuals following a multi-day investigation into the distribution and use of methamphetamine within the city. The enforcement actions, which took place on March 15 and 16, 2026, involved a series of search warrants, traffic stops, and probation searches.

Northeast Radio SD News – Bryant, SD - State Senator Stephanie Sauder has officially announced her candidacy for re-election to the South Dakota State Senate, seeking to continue representing District 4 in the northeastern region of the state.

Northeast Radio SD News – South Dakota - South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley has joined a bipartisan coalition of 13 attorneys general in filing a lawsuit against OneMain Financial, Inc., alleging the lender engaged in a widespread “bait and switch” scheme that trapped subprime borrowers in debt through hidden “add-on” products.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Watertown Municipal Utilities (WMU) has announced it is in the process of transitioning to a new, modernized billing software system. While the upgrade is designed to improve the customer experience and provide clearer billing statements, the utility provider is alerting residents to several temporary changes and actions required during the transition period.

Northeast Radio SD News – Milbank, SD - The Milbank Area Chamber of Commerce (MACC) has officially announced the musical lineup and schedule for Farley Fest 2026, scheduled to take place on Friday, June 19, and Saturday, June 20. This annual summer celebration, a staple of Lake Farley Park since 2007, features two days of regional music, family activities, and local traditions.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - In a Session that stretched nearly three hours, the Watertown City Council faced a packed agenda on Monday night, highlighted by passionate testimony from residents regarding a major road reconstruction project on 5th Avenue North.

Northeast Radio SD News – Custer, SD - Firefighters have successfully held containment lines across the Qury Fire perimeter despite an increase in mapped acreage. As of Tuesday evening, March 17, 2026, the wildfire is officially estimated at 9,059 acres. While the size has grown due to interior burning and more accurate mapping, containment remains steady at 27 percent.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - While annual crime statistics show a general downward trend in Watertown, a deeper dive into the data has prompted a call for action from city leadership. During Monday night’s City Council meeting, Councilman Doug Allen highlighted a startling 400% increase in juvenile rape arrests, urging the city to shift more resources toward combating domestic and sexual violence.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council received a “rosy” financial update Monday night that underscored the tangible power of regional cooperation, as the First District Association of Local Governments reported that the city saw a staggering $250 return for every single dollar it invested in the organization last year.