Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - A representative from Wishard Insurance urged the Codington County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026, to consider the long-term impact of narrow health insurance networks on smaller local health care providers.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Construction spending on the new Codington County jail facility is about 51%, with contingency budgets remaining in strong shape, Commissioner Lee Gabel (District 1) reported Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Codington County Board of Commissioners voted Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026, to approve a $45,465.38 transfer from the commissioner contingency fund to cover court-appointed attorney expenses and authorized more than $1.19 million in claims for payment.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Codington County Board of Commissioners voted Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026, to reschedule its Nov. 3 regular meeting to Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026, due to the upcoming General Election.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Codington County Board of Commissioners voted Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026, to delay action on the county's employee health insurance proposal for one week to allow commissioners and employee unions time to review newly submitted quotes.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Longer camping stays boosted revenue at Codington County's Memorial Park last season despite a slight dip in total reservations, Facility Manager Steve Molengraaf reported Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Codington County Auditor Brenda Hanten informed commissioners Tuesday that the county’s court‑appointed attorney budget has entered a significant deficit, prompting the need for a contingency transfer and a future public hearing to supplement the fund. Commissioners also approved the month’s claims and addressed routine financial items.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Codington County Community Service Director Sara Foust delivered an extensive update to commissioners Tuesday, detailing rising demand for economic assistance, multiple active grants, new housing initiatives, and ongoing efforts to expand community health worker services. The discussion covered more than a dozen program areas and included commissioner clarifications on grant coordination and agency roles.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Codington County Treasurer Carol Maloney urges property owners to plan ahead when submitting their October tax payments, citing new U.S. Postal Service processing rules that may delay postmarks and make on‑time payments appear late.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Authorities have released the name of the man killed in a single‑vehicle crash early Thursday morning southwest of Watertown.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce Government Affairs Committee will host an informational forum on the 2026 General Election Ballot Measures on Wednesday, Oct. 21, beginning at 6:00 p.m. on the Lake Area Technical College campus.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - A Watertown woman is facing three felony charges of grand theft after police say she faked a pancreatic cancer diagnosis to collect thousands of dollars from local charities and community members.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The City of Watertown announced schedule changes and facility closures for Native American Day on Monday, Oct. 12.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Construction is advancing steadily at the new Codington County Detention Center site, with interior block walls rising and exterior paving preparations underway.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Codington County Commissioners unanimously approved a request to surplus and trade in two vehicles for the Codington County Sheriff’s Office during their recent meeting.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Codington County Veteran Service Office secured over $100,000 in retroactive payments for local veterans in September, according to an update delivered to the Codington County Commissioners.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The new 4-H year officially began on Oct. 1 in Codington County, kicking off a busy season of enrollments, record-keeping, and national recognition.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Codington County Board of Commissioners has extended the deadline for insurance providers to submit proposals for the county’s 2027 employee health insurance plans.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Codington County Commissioners approved two rural plat resolutions, finalizing agricultural property transfers and farmstead exemptions in Rauville Township and the former reservation area.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The City of Watertown has opened its annual application window for seasonal sump pump variances, allowing residents and businesses to temporarily discharge sump pump water into the sanitary sewer during the winter months.