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Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - A 55-year-old Watertown man is in custody following a targeted narcotics investigation by the Watertown Police Department.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - A lengthy investigation into identity theft and fraud has led to the arrest of a Watertown man who allegedly lived under a stolen identity for more than 20 years.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - After weeks of sizzling grills and record-breaking community turnout, the 4th Annual Watertown Burger Battle has officially crowned its 2026 champion. The coveted championship belt is staying downtown, awarded to the Watertown Brewing Company for their massive, flavor-packed creation: the “Smokey and the Bandit Burger”.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The South Dakota Highway Patrol has released the latest enforcement statistics from “Operation: Prairie Thunder”, detailing the outcome of a recent two-day localized operation in Watertown, as well as the staggering cumulative totals from the last six months of the initiative.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Air travel out of Watertown is on the rise, with the Watertown Regional Airport (ATY) reporting a solid bump in passenger traffic to close out the winter.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - What began as a personal pledge to honor a loved one has blossomed into a community-wide movement. Through the dedicated efforts of Julie Kneeland and the Waverly-South Shore community, the “Coyotes Against Cancer” initiative has successfully raised a staggering $40,326 for the American Cancer Society since its inception.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Local leaders are spearheading a new initiative to address the deep, lifelong impacts of childhood trauma and build a stronger, more supportive community in Codington County.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - For small business owners and entrepreneurs, social media marketing often feels less like a valuable tool and more like an overwhelming chore. It is a common struggle that Dr. Melissa Meidinger, Regional Director of the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) in Watertown, regularly sees.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - State Representative Dylan C. Jordan has officially announced his intention to seek re-election to the South Dakota House of Representatives for District 4. Running as a staunch “Constitutional Conservative,” Jordan aims to continue his fight against government expansion and rising taxes ahead of the upcoming June 2nd election.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The grills are cooling down, but the excitement is just heating up in Watertown as the community concludes its most successful Burger Battle to date. Featuring a record-breaking 19 participating restaurants, the 2026 competition has not only tested the palates of local foodies but also significantly boosted the local economy.