Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Codington County’s financial health remains on a solid trajectory as the busy spring season kicks into high gear. During the March 10, 2026, Commissioners meeting, Auditor Brenda Hanten delivered a detailed monthly report, unveiling a balance sheet and critical reminders for the upcoming 2026 election cycle.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Codington County is taking a proactive stance on long-term community health by launching a specialized education campaign focused on Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES).

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - As affordable housing remains a top priority for Watertown, Codington County Commissioners used their March 10, 2026, meeting to clarify the controversial financing tool known as Tax Increment Financing (TIF).

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Codington County’s rural landscape is set for a modest but meaningful expansion following the unanimous approval of two key residential plats during the Codington County Commissioners meeting on Tuesday, March 10, 2026. The decisions mark a continued trend of steady residential growth in the county’s townships, balancing new construction with safety and agricultural guidelines.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Senior living in Watertown is poised for a transformation after the Codington County Commissioners unanimously approved a financing package on Tuesday. The board authorized Resolution 2026-04, greenlighting up to $30 million in economic development revenue bonds for the expansion of the Village of Harmony Hill, Inc.

Northeast Radio SD News – Hayti, SD - The Watertown Area of the South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) officially welcomed its newest named fleet member on Thursday, March 5, 2026, as local contest winner Mike Marshall of Bryant visited the Hayti Maintenance Shop to meet “Scraping By.”

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Codington County officials are reminding eligible residents that the deadline to apply for the Assessment Freeze for the Elderly and Disabled tax relief program is fast approaching. Property owners must submit their applications by Wednesday, April 1, to be considered during this year’s county and consolidated boards of equalization meetings.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - A 60-day trial of automated license plate reading technology has sparked debate over privacy in Codington County, with a local resident urging commissioners to reconsider the program.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Codington County Veterans Service Office (VSO) continues to yield substantial financial benefits for local veterans, securing over $177,000 in retroactive payments so far this year.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Codington County 4-H Shooting Sports program invites the community to the Codington County Extension Complex this Sunday, March 8, 2026, for a day of food, prizes, and youth-led service.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The South Dakota Department of Health (DOH) has released its 2026 fish consumption advisories following the completion of the state’s annual fish collection and sampling program.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The City of Watertown and Codington County have officially launched CodeRED, a high-speed emergency notification system designed to keep residents informed during critical events. The transition marks a significant shift from traditional cable-based alerts to a modern, multi-platform approach that delivers time-sensitive information directly to residents’ pockets.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - In a move to address the city’s ongoing demand for childcare, the Watertown Board of Adjustment has unanimously approved a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for a new day care facility located at 1018 6th Street SE.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - A 2.8-acre tract of land owned by the Benedictine Sisters of Mother of God Monastery is one step closer to joining the Watertown city limits following a unanimous Planning Commission recommendation.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown Planning Commission has recommended approval of Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District #21, clearing the way for the second phase of “The Oaks” apartment complex.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Codington County will see an increase in property insurance premiums for the coming year, a move Raleigh Kettwig of Acrisure (formerly Fischer Rounds) attributed to rising construction costs and inflation.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Angie Collignon, the Substance Use and Justice Program Coordinator, delivered the first annual report for the RESTART initiative, painting a picture of high success and community engagement since the program’s launch in April 2025.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Codington County Highway Department will soon receive a high-performance equipment upgrade following a unanimous vote by the Commissioners to approve the purchase of a new crack sealing machine.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Codington County is seeing a “gold rush” for summer camping spots. Facility Manager Steve Molengraaf informed the board that online bookings for the upcoming camping season, which opened February 1, have already generated significant revenue.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD – Codington County Community Services Director Sara Foust updated the Board of Commissioners on the success of recent community initiatives, specifically the high engagement surrounding local housing and childcare needs.