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Governor Larry Rhoden Awards $500,000 Future Fund Grant to Watertown’s Calvin Industrial Park
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - In a significant boost to regional economic growth, Governor Larry Rhoden announced a $500,000 grant from the state’s Future Fund to support infrastructure development at Watertown’s Calvin Industrial Park. The announcement was made during a gathering of state and local leaders at the Sentry facility, highlighting a unique multi-agency partnership dedicated to the city’s industrial expansion.

Steve Jurrens
Dec 30, 20252 min read


Disney to Pay $10 Million Settlement Over Children’s Privacy Violations on YouTube.
Northeast Radio SD News - South Dakota - The Justice Department announced Tuesday that a federal court has entered a stipulated order resolving a case against Disney Worldwide Services Inc. and Disney Entertainment Operations LLC regarding allegations of privacy violations involving children’s online data.

Steve Jurrens
Dec 30, 20252 min read


Jackley Unveils 2026 Legislative Priorities Focused on Public Safety and AI
Northeast Radio SD News – South Dakota: South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley has announced the first three components of a 10-bill legislative package for 2026, targeting drug use in state prisons, protecting minors from unregulated substances, and the rise of AI-generated pornography.

Steve Jurrens
Dec 30, 20252 min read


South Dakota Secures $189.4 Million for Rural Health Transformation
Northeast Radio SD News – South Dakota - Governor Larry Rhoden and the South Dakota Department of Health (DOH) announced Monday that the state has secured $189.4 million in federal funding for Fiscal Year 2026 to overhaul and strengthen rural healthcare systems.

Steve Jurrens
Dec 30, 20252 min read


Harrisburg Man Sentenced for Federal Banking Law Violations
Northeast Radio SD News – South Dakota - A Harrisburg man has been sentenced in federal court for his role in a scheme to evade federal banking laws through a practice known as “structuring.”

Steve Jurrens
Dec 30, 20252 min read


Prairie Lakes Celebrates Record-Setting Year in Labor and Delivery
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - As 2025 draws to a close, the Labor and Delivery team at Prairie Lakes Healthcare System is reflecting on a remarkably active year that saw the arrival of hundreds of new residents to the region.

Steve Jurrens
Dec 29, 20251 min read


Watertown Figure Skate Club: A Winter of Growth and Opportunity
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown Figure Skate Club (WFSC) is entering its winter season with record-breaking growth and a new slate of national competitive opportunities. Coach Taylor Johnson recently joined Steve Jurrens and Dorene Foster on Northeast Radio SD to discuss the club’s transition to a year-round program and the upcoming “Learn to Skate” winter session.

Steve Jurrens
Dec 29, 20253 min read


Governor Rhoden Slated for Major Economic Announcements in Brookings and Watertown Tomorrow
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Governor Larry Rhoden is scheduled to visit both Brookings and Watertown tomorrow, Tuesday, December 30, to deliver a pair of announcements expected to provide an essential boost to the regional and state economies.

Steve Jurrens
Dec 29, 20251 min read


Watertown’s South Forty Specialties Named Associate Sponsor of 2026 Barrett-Jackson Cup
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - South Forty Specialties, a local leader in design-forward furniture and workspace solutions, has officially been named an Associate Sponsor of the 2026 Barrett-Jackson Cup. The competition will take place during the Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auction from Jan. 17–25 at WestWorld of Scottsdale.

Steve Jurrens
Dec 29, 20252 min read


Beebe Receives PREMIER President’s Award; Facilitates Donation to Beacon Center
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - During a recent year-end all-staff meeting, PREMIER Bankcard recognized outstanding leadership and community commitment, naming Breanna Beebe the recipient of the 2025 President’s Award. The honor highlights Beebe’s

Steve Jurrens
Dec 29, 20252 min read


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