Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - On Monday afternoon, Watertown Fire Rescue (WFR) successfully extinguished a hay field fire near Waverly, South Dakota.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD – Superintendent Dr. Jeff Danielsen delivered a detailed update Monday night on the Watertown School District’s ongoing strategic plan work, outlining progress in enrollment trends, staffing needs, facilities planning, and long‑range district priorities.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - A standard municipal boundary request turned into a debate over regulatory jurisdiction, transparency, and truck traffic on Monday evening. The Watertown City Council reviewed the first reading of twin ordinances, No. 26-13 and No. 26-17, aimed at annexing and establishing A-1 Agricultural zoning for approximately 95.71 acres of contiguous land situated directly on the city’s perimeter.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council has given the green light to a proactive expansion plan for the city’s emergency response services, though not without an intense look at long-term fiscal liabilities. On Monday evening, city leaders voted to authorize Watertown Fire Rescue to apply for the federal Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) grant. If awarded, the grant will fund up to nine new firefighter-paramedic positions o

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Downtown Watertown is gearing up for a massive, multi-day summer festival after the Codington County Historical Society and Heritage Museum was named one of only six organizations statewide to secure a prestigious $5,000 America 250 Community Arts Grant.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council approved Resolution 26‑16, offering formal support for High Five Development LLC as the company seeks financial assistance from the South Dakota Housing and Development Authority for Phase II of the Prairie Haven development.

This is a detailed summary of the Northeast Radio SD newscast for Friday, April 24, 2026, hosted by Steve Jurens.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - During the Codington County Commissioners’ meeting on Tuesday, Highway Superintendent Randy Falvey provided a comprehensive update on infrastructure projects and safety reminders as the area enters the winter season.