Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Codington County Auditor Brenda Hanten announced that absentee ballots have officially arrived for the 2026 South Dakota Republican Governor Runoff Election, and voting is now open at the courthouse.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Codington County Board of Commissioners officially canvassed and approved the vote totals for the 2026 Primary Election on Thursday.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Voters across Northeast South Dakota made their voices heard on Tuesday as unofficial returns trickled into county rooms, setting the stage for leadership shifts across federal, legislative, and county positions. Local counting centers saw steady activity as key regional and local matchups delivered decisive leads.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Codington County Auditor Brenda Hanten has released the official polling locations for the June 2, 2026 Primary Election, including a new polling place for Sheridan Township voters, who will now vote at Country Inn & Suites, 3400 8th Avenue SE in Watertown. The official notice states: “A Primary Election will be held on Tuesday, June 2nd, 2026, in all voting precincts in Codington County.” Polls will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m

As the final furlongs of the campaign season approach, South Dakota District 4 Representative Kent Roe is focused on the issues that matter most to rural communities. In a recent wide-ranging interview with news broadcaster Steve Jurrens on Northeast Radio SD, the first-term legislator reflected on a productive legislative Session in Pierre and laid out his case for re-election, emphasizing his commitment to non-intrusive government and practical solutions for local challenge

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The rapid and often opaque development of hyper-scale AI data centers in South Dakota is raising alarms among local leaders and energy experts. In a recent broadcast on Northeast Radio SD in Watertown, State Representative Josephine Garcia, who is running for State Senate in District 5, joined retired energy economist and engineer Curtis Jundt to discuss the hidden economic and environmental costs of these massive facilities.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - As the June 2 primary election approaches, the race for South Dakota’s District 5 Senate seat continues to take shape. Current Representative Josephine Garcia recently appeared on a local radio stream to discuss her background, her legislative record, and her campaign focus on constituent representation.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - With the South Dakota primary election just around the corner on June 2nd, District 4 State Senator Steph Sauder is hitting the pavement, clocking thousands of miles across the district to connect with voters. In a recent comprehensive interview with Northeast Radio SD, Senator Sauder shared her multi-generational connection to the land, her legislative achievements, and her clear-eyed vision for keeping South Dakota competitive on a

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Following a recent live broadcast with Northeast Radio SD, Republican incumbent Senator Glen Vilhauer reaffirmed his unwavering dedication to District 5, outlining a comprehensive legislative platform ahead of the upcoming primary election on June 2nd. A Tripp native who has called Watertown home for over 45 years, Senator Vilhauer brings a deep, lifelong commitment to community service and unparalleled financial expertise to the Sout

Northeast Radio SD News – Deuel County, SD - Deuel County voters will decide on June 2 whether a 71‑acre parcel of farmland in Scandinavia Township should be rezoned from agricultural to commercial‑industrial to allow Missouri River Energy Services (MRES) to pursue a natural gas power plant near Toronto. The Special Referendum Election will be held countywide on the same day as the statewide Republican Primary.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - A statewide series aimed at strengthening civic knowledge and media literacy is making a stop in Watertown next month. The free, nonpartisan program, “250+ Years of American Civics and News,” will be held Monday, June 8, at the Watertown Regional Library from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Former State Senator Neal Tapio announced Monday that he is running for the South Dakota House of Representatives, seeking to represent his hometown of Watertown.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - A crowd filled the Hamlin County 4‑H building Sunday morning as Republican candidates for South Dakota’s District 4 Senate and House seats took the stage for a two‑hour forum. The event was hosted by the Hamlin County Republicans Committee and moderated by Northeast Radio SD’s Steve Jurrens.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Codington County Auditor’s Office has issued a notice to voters regarding a delay in the availability of absentee ballots for the upcoming June 2nd Primary Election. While the absentee voting period is legally scheduled to begin 46 days prior to the election, ballots will not be available on the first day of that window.

Northeast Radio SD News – Revillo, SD - Emelia Enquist of Revillo has officially announced her candidacy for the South Dakota House of Representatives, seeking to represent the constituents of District 4. Enquist’s platform focuses on a vision for a thriving South Dakota built on economic development, rural community support, and assistance for families.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The filing period for the 2026 primary election has officially closed, and the final rosters from the South Dakota Secretary of State and the Codington County Auditor are locked in. With major transitions coming to the County Commission and a high-profile showdown for the Watertown Senate seat, Northeast Radio SD has your complete wrap-up of the field, starting with the races right here in our community.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Codington County Board of Commissioners is headed for a significant transition this year. Following the March 31 filing deadline, it has been confirmed that two veteran incumbents will not return to their seats in 2027, clearing the way for new leadership amid a near-half-turnover of the five-member board.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - State Representative Dylan C. Jordan has officially announced his intention to seek re-election to the South Dakota House of Representatives for District 4. Running as a staunch “Constitutional Conservative,” Jordan aims to continue his fight against government expansion and rising taxes ahead of the upcoming June 2nd election.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - In a move set to shake up South Dakota’s Republican primary, Navy veteran and local business owner Justin McNeal has announced his candidacy for the U.S. Senate. McNeal, a political newcomer, is positioning himself as a grassroots alternative to two-term incumbent Senator Mike Rounds, focusing his campaign on fiscal responsibility, term limits, and a return to “principled leadership.”

Family photo promoting a school board campaign with the message: "Vote Roshal Rossman for Watertown School Board." Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The race for the Watertown School Board is officially underway as incumbent board member Roshal (Franken) Rossman has formally entered the 2026 election cycle. Rossman transitioned from speculation to confirmation, declaring her intent to retain her seat. Her current three-year term, which she has held since her election