Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The City Council unanimously approved a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Codington County for an agreement on shared road maintenance. This formal agreement clearly defines the financial and operational responsibilities for the upkeep of "Joint-jurisdictional Roads".

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Northern States Power Company, d/b/a Xcel Energy, has filed a petition with the South Dakota Public Utilities Commission (PUC) seeking approval of a negative $19 million revenue requirement for its 2026 Infrastructure Rider. The filing, known as docket EL25-033, proposes a substantial rate credit that would translate to a monthly bill decrease for typical residential customers.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Codington County Commissioners received a comprehensive overview of the county's bridge system condition and future needs during a presentation by Mark Junker and Josh Olson of Banner Associates. The report, delivered at a recent commission meeting, detailed the significant financial commitment required for upcoming bridge replacement projects and announced new weight restrictions on two key structures.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Felony charges against Davon Scott Walton and Taylor Ann Merkel have been updated with newly filed court documents revealing multiple felony counts and allegations spanning six months, according to court records filed on October 30, 2025, in Codington County.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The South Dakota Highway Patrol has announced it will conduct sobriety checkpoints in 16 counties across the state during November. This proactive effort is designed to encourage responsible choices and prevent impaired driving on South Dakota roadways.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Codington County 4-H kicked off the new year by celebrating the accomplishments of its members and thanking its dedicated volunteers at the 2025 4-H Recognition Event on Sunday, October 26. The event saw a strong turnout of 4-H youth, along with their parents, leaders, grandparents, alumni, and friends.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The City of Watertown Public Works Department will begin work on a lift station improvement project along South Lake Drive, with construction scheduled to start on Monday, October 27, 2025.