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Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Codington County’s rural landscape is set for a modest but meaningful expansion following the unanimous approval of two key residential plats during the Codington County Commissioners meeting on Tuesday, March 10, 2026. The decisions mark a continued trend of steady residential growth in the county’s townships, balancing new construction with safety and agricultural guidelines.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Bramble Park Zoo is embarking on a comprehensive master planning process to chart its future, and city officials are asking residents to help shape that vision.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - A 19-year-old Watertown resident is in custody following an investigation into a stolen firearm that led police to a collection of weapons and narcotics.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - In a recent sit-down at the Northeast Radio SD studio, T’Ana Novy and Alana Huck, Family Service Specialists with the Inter-Lakes Community Action Partnership (ICAP), shared the profound impact their programs have on local families. Far from being just a daycare, ICAP’s Head Start and Early Head Start programs serve as a comprehensive support system designed to lift the entire family unit.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - In a recent interview with Northeast Radio SD, Sara Foust of Codington Connects and Community Health Worker Paige Willing detailed a transformative approach to community wellness: the Transition to Success model. Designed to move beyond temporary “band-aid” fixes, the program focuses on treating the root causes of poverty by addressing social determinants of health.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Codington Connects HEART Team has announced a series of free community trainings focused on Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and the Science of Hope. The events, scheduled for March 30 and 31, aim to equip parents, educators, and service providers with the tools to build a more resilient community.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The heat was on in the kitchen this week as South Dakota’s top high school culinary and hospitality students gathered in Pierre for the 2026 South Dakota ProStart Invitational. Held March 9-10, the high-stakes competition saw familiar faces returning to the winner’s circle, with Mitchell CTE, Harrisburg High School, and TF Riggs High School all securing top honors for the second consecutive year.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The race for South Dakota’s State Senate District 05 officially intensified this week as State Representative Josephine Garcia (R-Watertown) successfully filed her nominating petitions with the Secretary of State’s office.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - In a comprehensive briefing for media partners, Watertown city officials presented the 2025 annual reports for the Police and Fire Rescue departments, highlighting significant decreases in major crime while addressing the logistical challenges of a growing city. City Manager Alan Stager, Police Chief Toomey, and Fire Chief Don Rowland provided a deep dive into the statistics and the vision for 2026.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce has officially announced that long-time local educators Bill and Cathy Zubke will serve as the Grand Marshals for the 2026 St. Patrick’s Day Parade. The announcement was made during the Chamber’s weekly radio segment on Northeast Radio SD, where the couple jokingly referred to their "O'Zubke" heritage while sharing stories of their deep roots in the Watertown community.