Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Glacial Lakes Humane Society has moved a step closer to building a new facility after the Watertown Board of Adjustment unanimously approved a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) on Thursday, November 20, 2025.

Northeast Radio SD News – Lake Norden, SD - The Hamlin County Sheriff's Office stopped two vehicles engaged in street racing Saturday evening, with drivers recorded traveling at speeds over 100 miles per hour.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Emergency crews responded to a serious incident Monday morning after a vehicle reportedly drove into a pond and became fully submerged. On Monday, November 24, 2025, at approximately 9:52 AM, the Watertown Police Department, Watertown Fire Rescue, Codington County Emergency Management, and Codington County Search and Rescue were dispatched to the area of the 200 block of Challenger Way Southeast.

Northeast Radio SD News – Lake Norden, SD - Two juveniles sustained no injuries following a single-vehicle crash late Saturday night in rural Hamlin County. On Saturday, November 22, 2025, at approximately 10:21 p.m., the Hamlin County Sheriff’s Office responded to a crash site on 194th Street, about a quarter-mile east of 447th Street, near Lake Norden. The Lake Norden Fire Department and Lake Norden Ambulance were also dispatched to the scene.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Codington County Highway Superintendent, Randy Falvey, presented updates on ongoing projects, winter readiness, and new equipment rental rates during the County Commission meeting last Tuesday.

Northeast Radio SD News – Milbank, SD - The South Dakota Department of Education announced today that Milbank Elementary School has been recognized as an Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) Distinguished School. The commendation highlights the school’s excellence in serving students with special needs, specifically English Learners (EL).

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council unanimously approved the city's Long-Term Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for 2027-2036 on Wednesday night, laying out a financial roadmap for the next decade of infrastructure, equipment, and community projects.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Prairie Lakes Healthcare System (PLHS), a division of Sanford Health, has been recognized for outstanding performance, earning a 2025 Performance Leadership Award for excellence in outcomes. The award, compiled by The Chartis Center for Rural Health, highlights PLHS's status among the top quartile of rural hospitals nationwide.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - A Watertown, South Dakota, man, Gokoh Frank Brown, age 29, has been sentenced to 40 years in federal prison following his conviction for Aggravated Sexual Abuse and Sexual Abuse of a Minor. U.S. District Judge Charles B. Kornmann handed down the sentencing on November 3, 2025.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - A new, multi-year construction project is set to begin in downtown Watertown near the former City Hall building. Weather permitting, demolition work, led by a private developer, is scheduled to commence on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, marking the start of a significant transformation for the area.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Prairie Lakes Healthcare System (PLHS), a division of Sanford Health, has once again been recognized for exceptional performance, earning a spot on Newsweek's America’s Best-In-State Hospitals 2026 list. This repeat achievement underscores the hospital’s commitment to providing high-quality care and positive patient experiences for the community.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Watertown Fire Rescue (WFR) responded to a single-vehicle rollover accident in the 700 block of South Lake Drive on the evening of November 20th. The incident involved multiple occupants and resulted in two individuals being transported to the hospital.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Governor Larry Rhoden affirmed his commitment to South Dakota's agricultural industry and discussed his decision to seek re-election during an address at the Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce Ag Committee's annual Farm Business Banquet on Thursday night. The event, held at the Watertown Event Center, celebrates the local farming community and raises funds for the Chamber Ag Committee Scholarship Program.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown Area Community Foundation (WACF) Youth Council has convened for the 2025–2026 term, marking a significant milestone as the group enters its 25th year of youth-led philanthropy in the community.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council unanimously approved the 2026 budget appropriation on Wednesday night, passing a total financial package of $65.4 million.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The City of Watertown has released its schedule for the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday, detailing facility closures and adjustments to solid waste collection services.

Northeast Radio SD News – Clear Lake, SD - A holiday fundraising event dedicated to supporting research for a rare genetic disorder is set to take place in Clear Lake this month. "Crue's Christmas," organized in honor of 8-year-old Clear Lake resident Crue Bucknell, will be held on Saturday, November 22, at St. Paul's Lutheran Church.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Former State Representative Byron Callies (R-Watertown) has announced his candidacy for the District 5 House of Representatives, aiming to return to the state legislature with a focus on economic development and public safety. In an exclusive interview with Northeast Radio SD on Wednesday, Callies outlined his motivation

Northeast Radio SD News – Hamlin County, SD - Emergency responders were called to the scene of a rollover crash in Hamlin County on Wednesday morning. The incident occurred on County Road 446, approximately a few miles north of South Dakota Highway 28.