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Codington County Auditor Brenda Hanten Updates Voters on Absentee Ballots, New Citizenship Laws, and Polling Changes (Audio/Video)
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - As the 2026 primary election cycle enters full swing, Codington County Auditor Brenda Hanten joined news broadcaster Steve Jurrens on Northeast Radio SD on Monday to provide critical updates for residents ahead of the June 2nd Primary.

Steve Jurrens
Apr 293 min read


Northeast Radio SD News Recap for Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - This newscast, hosted by Steve Jurens for Northeast Radio SD on April 28, 2026, provides a comprehensive look at local elections, community initiatives, and fiscal developments in the Watertown area.

Steve Jurrens
Apr 282 min read


Emergency Crews Respond to Two-Vehicle Collision on US HWY 212
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Local emergency responders were called to the scene of a traffic accident on the southwest side of the city late Tuesday morning.

Steve Jurrens
Apr 281 min read


Purdue Pharma Sentenced to Pay Over $5 Billion in Criminal Penalties for Role in Opioid Epidemic
Northeast Radio SD News – National News - Opioid manufacturer Purdue Pharma LP was sentenced in federal court Tuesday and ordered to pay more than $5 billion in criminal penalties for its role in fueling the nationwide opioid crisis.

Steve Jurrens
Apr 282 min read


Northeast Radio SD News Recap for Monday, April 28, 2026 - (Podcast/Video)
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - This Northeast Radio SD newscast, anchored by Steve Jurrens on Monday, April 27, 2026, covers major community projects, public safety alerts, and local political updates for the Watertown area. The news is sponsored by Hahler Automotive in Webster, SD.

Steve Jurrens
Apr 282 min read


May Day Food Drive Set for May 1–2 to Support Summer PACH Program
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown Area PACH program is gearing up for its annual May Day Food Drive, a two‑day community effort aimed at stocking shelves ahead of the busy summer season. Donations will be collected on Friday, May 1, and Saturday, May 2, at multiple locations across the city.

Steve Jurrens
Apr 271 min read


Watertown Schools Mitigate Cuts with Strategic Budgeting in $116.6 Million Proposal
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Facing the dual challenges of a statewide “wobbly” tax structure and declining local enrollment, the Watertown School Board met Monday night to review a $116,617,894 preliminary budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year. The proposal reflects a 3.66% decrease across all funds from the previous year, driven largely by proactive staffing adjustments and strategic fund management.

Steve Jurrens
Apr 276 min read


Springtime Load Limits Removed in Watertown - Effective April 28
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The City of Watertown Street Division and Public Works Department announced Monday that seasonal weight restrictions on local roads are coming to an end.

Steve Jurrens
Apr 271 min read


Structure Fire Causes $350,000 in Damage Northwest of Brookings; No Injuries Reported
Northeast Radio SD News – Brookings, SD - A Sunday evening structure fire northwest of Brookings caused an estimated $350,000 in damage, according to the Brookings County Sheriff’s Office.

Steve Jurrens
Apr 261 min read


SDDOT Reminds Public That Campaign Signs Are Prohibited on State Highway Rights of Way
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - With campaign season underway, the South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) is reminding candidates and supporters that political signs are not allowed on state highway rights of way.

Steve Jurrens
Apr 261 min read



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