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Henry Man Charged With Felony Aggravated Assault After Shooting Arrow into Bedroom Door
Northeast Radio SD News - Henry, SD - A Henry man has been arrested on felony charges after a domestic dispute escalated to include a bow and arrow on Saturday evening, according to a news release from the Codington County Sheriff's Office.

Steve Jurrens
7 days ago1 min read


La Niña Forecast Points to Cooler, Wetter Winter for Northern Plains
U.S. seasonal maps show temperature and precipitation outlooks for Dec-Feb 2025-26. Areas marked "Above," "Below," and "Equal Chances."

Steve Jurrens
7 days ago2 min read


Drug Charges Filed Against Castlewood Woman Following Investigation
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - A 41-year-old Castlewood woman faces multiple felony and misdemeanor charges after an investigation into illegal drug activity on the 100 block of West Main Street in Castlewood led to the discovery of Methamphetamine.

Steve Jurrens
Oct 201 min read


Codington County Reappraisal Delay Will Postpone Lake Kampeska Tax Impact Until 2028
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Codington County's Director of Equalization, Shauna Constant, informed the Codington County Commissioners that the full property reappraisal for Lake Kampeska will not be completed this year, postponing the impact of new values on property tax bills until 2028.

Steve Jurrens
Oct 172 min read


County Approves Expedited Authority for Jail Construction Decisions to Prevent Delays
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The County Board of Commissioners has authorized its commissioner liaison to the jail project, along with the board chair, to approve minor design and construction provisionally changes up to $100,000 to prevent work interruptions on the new jail facility.

Steve Jurrens
Oct 172 min read


Watertown to be Featured on Hit Streaming Series 'My Town'
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Watertown is set to be featured on the acclaimed streaming series “My Town,” a documentary show exploring the unique narratives of thriving small towns across the United States. The episode is designed to provide viewers with an authentic look at what it is like to live, work, and play in Watertown through the stories of its residents.

Steve Jurrens
Oct 172 min read


Watertown School Board Approves Annual Financial Report, Highlighting Strong Fund Balances
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown School Board officially approved the district's 2024-2025 fiscal year annual financial report. The report, which has already been submitted to and approved by the Department of Education, details the economic health of the district, including its significant operating funds.

Steve Jurrens
Oct 162 min read


Watertown School Board Approves Supplemental Budget, Reclassifying Special Education Staff
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown School Board has approved a supplemental budget. This key action shifts $385,000 in expenditures from the General Fund to the Special Education Fund.

Steve Jurrens
Oct 161 min read


Crowned Ridge Energy Storage I Files Notice of Intent for $174 Million Battery Facility Near Watertown
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Crowned Ridge Energy Storage I, LLC ("CRES") has filed a Notice of Intent with the South Dakota Public Utilities Commission (PUC) to construct, own, and operate a 120-megawatt (MW), 4-hour Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) in Codington County, South Dakota. The company estimates the total cost of construction for the proposed facility to be approximately $174 million.

Steve Jurrens
Oct 162 min read


Customized Arrow Academy Vindicated: Board Praises Program’s Efficiency and Quality After In-Depth Review
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown School Board has affirmed its support for the Customized Arrow Academy (CAA) at Watertown High School following a thorough review and debate over the program’s current structure and historical performance. The discussion concluded with board members acknowledging the program's efficiency and its vital role in serving the needs of a significant portion of the student body.

Steve Jurrens
Oct 153 min read


Lake Area Technical College Enrollment Sets New Fall Record
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Lake Area Technical College (LATC) has set a new fall enrollment record, with 2,321 students registered for the current term, slightly exceeding the previous record. The announcement was made by Cam Cory, Vice President of LATC, during a presentation at the Watertown School Board meeting last night.

Steve Jurrens
Oct 152 min read


Florence Elementary Preschool Named 'Exemplary' by School Administrators of South Dakota
Northeast Radio SD News - Florence, SD - Florence Elementary Preschool teacher Mrs. Kendra Mastel was recently awarded an Exemplary Level certificate for her work in designing a creative and engaging preschool program, as recognized by the School Administrators of South Dakota (SASD).

Steve Jurrens
Oct 151 min read


Lake Area Tech Awards Scholarship, Honors MVP at Sioux Valley Football Game
Northeast Radio SD News - Volga, SD - Lake Area Technical College continued its 60th Anniversary Tailgate Tour Friday night with a spirited stop at the Sioux Valley vs. Beresford football game. The event marked the tour’s eighth celebration, bringing together community members, students, and educators for an evening of recognition and outreach.

Steve Jurrens
Oct 152 min read


Watertown School Board Reviews September Financials, Notes Use of Reserves for Athletic Complex
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown School Board received the September financial report, presented by Business Manager Heidi Clausen, detailing the current status of the district's various funds.

Steve Jurrens
Oct 142 min read


Morning Collision at 9th Avenue SE and 5th Street SE Disrupts Traffic in Watertown
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - A two-vehicle crash early Tuesday morning disrupted traffic at the intersection of 9th Avenue SE and 5th Street SE, prompting a swift response from Watertown Police and Fire/Rescue.
At approximately 7:21 AM, emergency crews were dispatched to the scene where a 2014 Jeep Wrangler, driven by a 21-year-old Watertown male, collided with a 2019 Ford Escape operated by a 24-year-old Watertown female. The Jeep was traveling southbound on 5t

Steve Jurrens
Oct 141 min read


Two Injured in Downtown Watertown Collision
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Watertown Fire Rescue responded to a two-vehicle crash Monday morning at the intersection of 1st Avenue North and Broadway Street. The collision occurred at approximately 11:45 a.m., leaving both vehicles with significant front-end damage and disabled in the roadway.

Steve Jurrens
Oct 131 min read


Homeland Security Audit Decimates Workforce at Lake Norden Dairy
Northeast Radio SD News – Lake Norden, SD - A federal audit by the Department of Homeland Security has drastically reduced the workforce at Drumgoon Dairy near Lake Norden, South Dakota. This raises concerns about the future of the state's booming dairy industry, as South Dakota Searchlight reported.

Steve Jurrens
Oct 122 min read


Hamlin County Sheriff Seeks Public Assistance in Identifying Theft Suspect
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Hamlin County Sheriff's Office is requesting the public’s help in identifying a suspect allegedly involved in a theft from a motor vehicle that occurred in Castlewood. Deputies responded to a report of the incident on Friday, October 10, 2025, at approximately 10:10 p.m.

Steve Jurrens
Oct 121 min read


Vehicle-Pedestrian Crash Under Investigation in Watertown
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - A 22-year-old woman sustained serious but non-life-threatening injuries after being struck by a vehicle Friday afternoon in Watertown. The incident occurred in the 600 block of 9th Ave. SE (US Highway 212).
The Watertown Police Department responded to the scene at approximately 2:29 p.m. on Friday, October 10, 2025.

Steve Jurrens
Oct 101 min read


October 31 Deadline Nears for Codington County Property Taxes
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Codington County property owners have until Thursday, October 31, to submit the second half of their 2024 real estate and mobile home taxes without incurring a penalty.
The taxes, which were due in 2025, must be paid or postmarked by the deadline to avoid a 10% delinquency interest charge.

Steve Jurrens
Oct 92 min read
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