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Watertown 21st Street West Closure Near Evolution Power Sports Begins Sept. 14 for Road Improvements
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - A portion of 21st Street West near Evolution Power Sports will close to through traffic beginning Monday, September 14, as the City of Watertown starts a road improvement project on the gravel section of the street.

Steve Jurrens
6 days ago1 min read


Watertown 14th Avenue Chip Seal Work Continues Between Highway 81 and 19th Street
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Chip seal improvements along 14th Avenue are moving forward as city crews continue work between Highway 81 and 19th Street, according to a public service announcement issued Tuesday.

Steve Jurrens
Sep 91 min read


Watertown Municipal Utilities to Begin Northwest Water Tower Maintenance This Month
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Watertown Municipal Utilities will begin maintenance work this month on the city’s northwest water tower located at 14th Avenue NW and 4th Street NW.

Steve Jurrens
Sep 81 min read


Watertown Eastwoods Trail Reconstruction to Begin Aug. 25 Along 14th Avenue NE
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Weather permitting, construction is set to begin Tuesday, August 25, on the 2026 Park and Recreation Improvements—14th Ave NE Bike Trail Project, according to a public service announcement from the City of Watertown Engineering Division.

Steve Jurrens
Aug 241 min read


Deuel County Landowners to Rally in Gary Against Proposed 765 kV Power On Midwest Transmission Line
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - A grassroots landowner group in Deuel County is organizing a public rally Sunday, Aug. 30, to discuss concerns surrounding a proposed 765‑kilovolt transmission line planned for the region. The event begins at 1 p.m. at the American Legion Hall in Gary.

Steve Jurrens
Aug 231 min read


Watertown Mosquito Spraying Scheduled Tonight (8/11/26) Near Lake Kampeska, Derby Downs and Prairie Haven
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The City of Watertown says mosquito spraying will take place tonight in several neighborhoods on the east side of Lake Kampeska after population levels reached the threshold for treatment.

Steve Jurrens
Aug 111 min read


Watertown mosquito spraying planned Thursday night for northwest neighborhoods (7/30)
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The City of Watertown says mosquito spraying will take place Thursday night in the northwest part of town after population levels reached the threshold for treatment.

Steve Jurrens
Jul 301 min read


Watertown Street Reconstruction Update: 3rd Street NW Closure Begins July 20 as 5th Avenue North Work Continues
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The City of Watertown Public Works Department is advising drivers of new traffic changes tied to ongoing 2026 street reconstruction projects.

Steve Jurrens
Jul 171 min read


2nd Street NE in Watertown Closing for Airstay Hotel Construction Starting Week of July 13
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - — The City of Watertown Public Works Department has announced a temporary street closure on 2nd Street NE as construction resumes on the new Airstay hotel project.

Steve Jurrens
Jul 101 min read


Mosquito Spraying Scheduled Wednesday Night in Southwest Watertown (7/1/26)
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The City of Watertown will conduct mosquito spraying on Wednesday evening, July 1, after officials confirmed that adult mosquito counts have reached the threshold requiring treatment.

Steve Jurrens
Jul 11 min read


Kemp Avenue in Watertown Closed Between Maple Street and Broadway for Utility Work
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The City of Watertown Engineering Division has issued a public service announcement regarding a temporary road closure on Kemp Avenue due to water main and utility work.

Steve Jurrens
Jun 291 min read


Watertown Mosquito Spraying Scheduled Tonight in Southwest Neighborhoods (6/24/26)
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The City of Watertown's Mosquito Control Program issued a public service announcement today, June 24, 2026, confirming that the local adult mosquito population has reached sufficient levels to trigger targeted spraying.

Steve Jurrens
Jun 241 min read


Watertown to Begin 2026 Milling and Asphalt Paving Project on June 22
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The City of Watertown Public Works Department will begin its 2026 Milling and Asphalt Paving Project on Monday, June 22, weather permitting, according to a public service announcement issued Wednesday. Work is expected to continue through August 21, barring delays.

Steve Jurrens
Jun 171 min read


Watertown Sewer Repair Project to Begin June 4, Temporary Access Limits Expected
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The City of Watertown will begin work this week on a sanitary sewer repair project that will temporarily affect traffic and driveway access in a northwest neighborhood, according to a Public Service Announcement from the Engineering Division.

Steve Jurrens
Jun 31 min read


Watertown Ready for Spring: Yard Waste Pickup Returns March 30
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - As the snow melts and warmer weather approaches, the City of Watertown is preparing for the annual spring cleanup. The Public Works Department announced that curbside yard waste collection is set to resume the week of Monday, March 30, 2026.

Steve Jurrens
Mar 211 min read


City of Watertown Reminds Residents: Sump Pump Regulations Now in Effect
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - With warmer temperatures arriving and snow beginning to melt, the City of Watertown’s Wastewater Division is reminding residents of seasonal regulations regarding sump pump usage to protect the local infrastructure and prevent costly backups.

Steve Jurrens
Mar 202 min read


Bramble Park Zoo Invites Community Input for Future Master Plan
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Bramble Park Zoo is embarking on a comprehensive master planning process to chart its future, and city officials are asking residents to help shape that vision.

Steve Jurrens
Mar 121 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


City Announces Holiday Garbage Schedule and Facility Closures
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The City of Watertown has released an updated schedule for solid waste collection and municipal facility hours to help residents plan for the upcoming Christmas holiday.

Steve Jurrens
Dec 19, 20252 min read


Lane Closure Set for Monday on Willow Creek Drive Intersection
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Watertown motorists should anticipate a temporary lane closure beginning Monday morning, December 8, 2025, as crews address a damaged signal pole.

Steve Jurrens
Dec 7, 20251 min read



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