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Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - As part of the ongoing Watertown General Investigation Study, the City Council will consider a motion tomorrow night, March 16, 2026, to authorize City Manager Alan Stager to sign a critical Programmatic Agreement (PA) regarding the protection of cultural and historic artifacts.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council is set to meet Monday, March 16, 2026, with a key renewal for the Derby Downs Fairgrounds Facility on the consent agenda. If approved, the agreement would extend the partnership between the City and K&H Rodeo Company LLC for an additional two years.

The South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) has announced the reopening of Interstate 29 and Interstate 90, effective as of 10 a.m. (CT) Today, Sunday, March 15, 2026. While the major interstates are now open to traffic, officials urge motorists to use extreme caution, as the effects of the recent winter storm create treacherous driving conditions.

Northeast Radio SD News – Hayti, SD - The South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) has announced it is seeking input from the local community and stakeholders on a proposed reconstruction project for a vital section of South Dakota Highway 21.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The City of Watertown’s latest financial report reveals a healthy start to the new year, with sales tax collections for January 2026 outperforming both the previous year and long-term averages.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - In a recent sit-down interview with Northeast Radio SD, Captain Steve Rehorst and Detective Jesse Alvarado of the Watertown Police Department offered an inside look into the operations, challenges, and motivations behind the department’s Criminal Investigation Division (CID).

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - As the South Dakota legislative Session came to a close on Thursday, March 12, 2026, Nathan Sanderson, Executive Director of the South Dakota Retailers Association (SDRA), shared a positive outlook for the state’s business community.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Codington County’s financial health remains on a solid trajectory as the busy spring season kicks into high gear. During the March 10, 2026, Commissioners meeting, Auditor Brenda Hanten delivered a detailed monthly report, unveiling a balance sheet and critical reminders for the upcoming 2026 election cycle.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Codington County is taking a proactive stance on long-term community health by launching a specialized education campaign focused on Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES).

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - As affordable housing remains a top priority for Watertown, Codington County Commissioners used their March 10, 2026, meeting to clarify the controversial financing tool known as Tax Increment Financing (TIF).