Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Codington County Veterans Service Office secured more than $105,000 in monthly and retroactive benefit increases for area veterans in August, Veterans Service Officer Jay Roberts reported during the Sept. 1 Codington County Commission meeting.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The South Dakota Highway Patrol will conduct sobriety checkpoints in 14 counties, including Codington, throughout the month of August as part of an ongoing statewide effort to reduce impaired driving and improve roadway safety.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - In a move to prevent a gap in critical housing assistance, the Codington County Commissioners have authorized the local Community Services Office to take over the application and management of the Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG). The unanimous decision during Tuesday’s meeting ensures that local funds aimed at homelessness prevention and rapid rehousing will remain accessible to residents in need.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Coinciding with the first day of the new school year in Watertown and surrounding rural communities, Codington County Sheriff Brad Howell presented the annual School Resource Officer (SRO) report to county commissioners, highlighting the profound impact the program has had on local youth.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - County officials, law enforcement representatives, select community members, and construction crews gathered Thursday morning in Watertown to celebrate a major milestone in the construction of the new Codington County Jail & Law Enforcement Center. Hosted by general contractor Beckenhauer Construction, Inc. and the Codington County Sheriff’s Office, the event featured a traditional “topping-out” ceremony to celebrate the completion of

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Codington County Commissioners approved precinct consolidations for the 2026 General Election, authorized more than $1 million in net county claims, and processed routine monthly financial reports during Tuesday’s meeting.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Codington County Commissioners continued their fiscal planning for 2027 on Tuesday, taking a close look at line items for commission operations, contingency funds, court-appointed attorneys, and soil conservation.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Codington County Coroner Terry Sorensen presented his department’s annual report and 2027 budget request to the County Commissioners, highlighting death investigation trends from 2025 and mid-2026 before navigating a discussion over law enforcement radio upgrades.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Agwrx Cooperative has awarded $10,000 in donations to support local 4‑H youth programs across the region, reinforcing the cooperative’s commitment to rural communities and the families who participate in county fair traditions each summer.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - State’s Attorney Alison Bakken provided an update on the county’s legal and correctional landscape before presenting her 2027 budget request during the August 4, 2026, County Commission meeting.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The local 4-H program took center stage during the Codington County Commissioners meeting on Tuesday, August 4, 2026. 4-H Educator Jody Loeher presented her monthly report and introduced a special guest to highlight the program’s impact on local youth.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - During the open public comment period at the Codington County Board of Commissioners meeting on Thursday, July 30, 2026, Watertown resident Zach Thompson presented local budget concerns and introduced a four-part government efficiency proposal.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Codington County Emergency Management Director Andrew Delgado presented his monthly report and 2027 budget request to the Codington County Board of Commissioners on Thursday, July 30, 2026.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - A local group opposed to Codington County’s newly adopted gross receipts and use tax will begin circulating a petition Thursday, July 30, seeking a public referendum on Ordinance 83, according to organizers.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - A Sioux Falls man has been sentenced to five years in the South Dakota State Penitentiary following a felony drug conviction stemming from an April 13 traffic stop in Watertown, according to court records.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Codington County Planner Luke Muller presented a brief 2027 budget update to commissioners Tuesday, reporting that the Planning Board’s expenses will remain largely unchanged next year despite a busier schedule and full board membership.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Codington County Commissioners wrapped up Tuesday’s meeting with confirmation that next week’s regular meeting will be moved due to election‑related requirements.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - After weeks of discussion and a public hearing Tuesday morning, the Codington County Commission voted 4–1 to adopt Ordinance 83, establishing a 0.5% county gross receipts tax and corresponding use tax beginning January 1, 2027.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Codington County Director of Equalization Shauna Constant delivered a brief but notable monthly update to commissioners Tuesday, confirming that the South Dakota Department of Revenue has officially certified the county’s 2026 property values.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD — Codington County Commissioners briefly revisited Ordinance 83 during Tuesday’s meeting, noting that the second reading and possible adoption of the county’s proposed 0.5% gross receipts and use tax will take place next week. The ordinance is intended to offset and reduce county property taxes, and its full text is currently being published for public review.