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Watertown’s Ranum Continues Service as Governor’s Tourism Advisory Board Elects Leadership
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The South Dakota Governor’s Tourism Advisory Board elected new leadership during its meeting Tuesday in Pierre, with Watertown representative Julie Ranum continuing her role as a key voice for the region on the state level.

Steve Jurrens
Jan 212 min read


South Dakota Tourism Reaches Record Economic Impact in 2025
Northeast Radio SD News – South Dakota - South Dakota’s tourism industry reached new heights in 2025, setting records for both visitation and visitor spending despite a shifting economic landscape.

Steve Jurrens
Jan 212 min read


Councilman Jurrens Calls for "Responsible Growth" and Public Education on TIFs
Northeast Radio SD - WATERTOWN, SD – Following a week of significant municipal developments, Watertown City Councilman Lynn Jurrens joined The People’s Pulse to discuss the complexities of urban expansion, the future of the city’s street department, and the growing debate surrounding Tax Increment Financing (TIF).

Steve Jurrens
Jan 212 min read


Minneapolis Gang Member Convicted in 2021 of Retaliatory Murder
Northeast Radio SD News – Minneapolis, MN - A federal jury in Minneapolis has convicted 35-year-old William Johnson for his role in a violent street gang and the August 2021 murder of an individual targeted during a gang-related retaliation.

Steve Jurrens
Jan 212 min read


Joy Ranch of South Dakota Gallops Toward Growth with New Events and Infrastructure
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Joy Ranch, the Watertown-area nonprofit known for its 1880s-themed western town and accessible equine therapy, is entering a significant season of expansion and community engagement.

Steve Jurrens
Jan 212 min read


Watertown City Council Backs New Housing Development and Finalizes Private Road Agreement
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council moved to address the community’s “significant housing shortage” during Tuesday night’s meeting, approving a formal resolution of support for a new 40-lot single-family housing project. The council also finalized long-standing infrastructure agreements for a commercial development area on the city’s outskirts.

Steve Jurrens
Jan 201 min read


City Council Approves $710,000 John Deere Equipment Package for Cattail Crossing
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council voted tonight to overhaul the maintenance fleet at Cattail Crossing Golf Course, approving a $710,000 equipment lease-purchase agreement with Van Wall Equipment.

Steve Jurrens
Jan 202 min read


Codington Clark Electric Manager Critiques "Government Taking" of Service Area
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council heard a formal request during Monday’s open forum to reconsider service territory rights following a recent land annexation.

Steve Jurrens
Jan 202 min read


Castlewood’s Lois Hyde Among Inaugural South Dakota Legacy Award Recipients
Northeast Radio SD News - Castlewood, SD - A local educator is being recognized for a lifetime of dedication to the teaching profession. Educators Rising South Dakota has named Lois Hyde of the Castlewood School District as one of five recipients of the inaugural 2026 Legacy Awards.

Steve Jurrens
Jan 202 min read


Watertown Figure Skate Club Secures Over 30 Gold Medals at Palace Ice Festival
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown Figure Skate Club (WFSC) delivered a dominant performance at the 2026 Palace Ice Festival this past weekend, returning home with more than 30 gold medals and several qualifications for national competition.

Steve Jurrens
Jan 202 min read


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