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Special Services Spotlight: Watertown Sees Rising Enrollment in Special Education
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - During the discussion portion of Monday’s meeting, Dr. Jennifer Bollinger, Special Services Director, provided a comprehensive update on Special Services within the Watertown School District, highlighting a trend of increasing enrollment in special education programs.

Steve Jurrens
Mar 92 min read


South Dakota to Host “Jobs in the 605” Statewide Virtual Hiring Event this March
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD: As the seasons change, the South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation (DLR) is inviting residents to leave winter behind and “Spring into Your Next Career.” The department will host the Jobs in the 605 Statewide Virtual Hiring Event on Wednesday, March 18, 2026.

Steve Jurrens
Mar 92 min read


Celebrating the Roots of Our Community: Milbank Ag Appreciation Day Set for March 18
Northeast Radio SD News – Milbank, SD - Agriculture is more than just an industry in our region; it is the heartbeat of our economy and the foundation of our community. To honor the hardworking farmers, producers, and businesses that keep our local and national food systems strong, the Milbank Area Chamber of Commerce (MACC) Agriculture Committee is proud to host its annual Ag Appreciation Day.

Steve Jurrens
Mar 92 min read


Local Resident Meets “Scraping By” as SDDOT Celebrates Snowplow Naming Contest Winner
Northeast Radio SD News – Hayti, SD - The Watertown Area of the South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) officially welcomed its newest named fleet member on Thursday, March 5, 2026, as local contest winner Mike Marshall of Bryant visited the Hayti Maintenance Shop to meet “Scraping By.”

Steve Jurrens
Mar 82 min read


Pickup Truck Strikes Watertown Home; Driver Hospitalized
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - A late-night vehicle collision sent one person to the hospital after a pickup truck crashed into a local residence on Saturday night.

Steve Jurrens
Mar 81 min read


Truck Crashes Into Watertown Garage; Specialists Called to Stabilize Home
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - A quiet morning on Sioux Conifer Road was disrupted on Saturday when a pickup truck veered off course and crashed into a residential garage, triggering a specialized emergency response to save the structure.

Steve Jurrens
Mar 71 min read


South Dakota’s “Freedom’s Haven” Leads the Charge in Addressing Workforce Shortage Through Refugee Support
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - In a state grappling with a “bodies gap” in its labor market, a unique initiative is proving that humanitarian efforts and economic solutions can go hand-in-hand. Freedom’s Haven for New Americans, a nonprofit spearheaded by former Lake Area Technical College (LATC) President Emeritus Mike Cartney, is transforming South Dakota’s workforce by integrating refugees and legal immigrants into the local economy.

Steve Jurrens
Mar 73 min read


Watertown Residents: Sump Pump Deadline Approaches March 15
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD: The City of Watertown Public Works Department is issuing a final reminder to all residents: the seasonal variance for sump pump discharges ends soon. By March 15, 2026, all sump pump water must be diverted away from the city’s sanitary sewer system.

Steve Jurrens
Mar 72 min read


South Dakota House Rejects Statewide School Cellphone Ban
Northeast Radio SD News – South Dakota - A proposal to mandate a statewide ban on student cellphones in South Dakota schools fell short in the House on Thursday. Following a debate that pitted local control against concerns over youth mental health and digital distractions, lawmakers ultimately voted down Senate Bill 198.

Steve Jurrens
Mar 72 min read


Deadline Approaching for Codington County Elderly & Disabled Property Tax Relief Program
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Codington County officials are reminding eligible residents that the deadline to apply for the Assessment Freeze for the Elderly and Disabled tax relief program is fast approaching. Property owners must submit their applications by Wednesday, April 1, to be considered during this year’s county and consolidated boards of equalization meetings.

Steve Jurrens
Mar 62 min read


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