Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - This past week, Watertown became the region’s central hub for emergency response training, proudly hosting the 2026 South Dakota State Fire School. From June 11 to June 13, more than 550 firefighters from across South Dakota and neighboring states gathered at Lake Area Technical College to participate in three intensive days of education, networking, and professional development.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Local emergency crews responded to a vehicle fire early Thursday morning, successfully preventing flames from spreading to a nearby home.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council took steps to ensure the continuity of emergency services on Tuesday by authorizing a new “Plus One” firefighter staffing position for Watertown Fire Rescue.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Watertown Fire Rescue has officially recognized the successful completion of the probationary period for Firefighter/Paramedic Ryley Serreyn. The milestone was marked today with a presentation from Fire Chief Don Rowland.