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Support Needed as Watertown Family Fights Rare Cancer for Young Daughter
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - A family with roots in Watertown needs the community’s prayers and support as their six-year-old daughter begins an aggressive battle against a rare form of cancer.

Steve Jurrens
Nov 192 min read


Watertown City Council Closes Loophole, Restricts Hemp-Derived Products to 21+
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council unanimously approved the second reading of an ordinance amendment on Wednesday night, officially prohibiting the sale, purchase, and possession of hemp-derived products to individuals under the age of 21.

Steve Jurrens
Nov 191 min read


Council Approves New Ethics Hotline Following “Culture of Fear” Concerns; Former Employee Allegations Read into Record
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council voted unanimously tonight to approve a new professional services agreement with NAVEX, a risk and compliance management company, to establish an anonymous reporting hotline for city employees.

Steve Jurrens
Nov 191 min read


Celebrate the Season with Watertown's 29th Annual Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting Ceremony
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Watertown is preparing for a festive start to the holiday season with the 29th Annual Uptown Holiday Lighted Parade, set for Friday, November 28, 2025, at 6:30 PM. The event promises an evening filled with light, music, and community spirit.

Steve Jurrens
Nov 192 min read


Gathering for Change: Discuss Property Taxes with Governor Rhoden and Senator Vilhauer
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Americans for Prosperity–South Dakota (AFP–SD) is hosting a community dinner focused on the critical issue of property taxes, titled "Your Town, Your Taxes Dinner," at the Goss Opera House in Watertown.

Steve Jurrens
Nov 191 min read


Rounds Details South Dakota Funding Wins and Legislative Focus Following Government Shutdown
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD – U.S. Senator Mike Rounds (R-S.D.) has highlighted significant funding secured for military projects in South Dakota and detailed his immediate legislative focus following the recent government shutdown in an interview today with Northeast Radio SD News broadcaster Steve Jurrens. Speaking on the need to resume everyday appropriations work quickly, Rounds emphasized the importance of bipartisanship to complete the federal budget.

Steve Jurrens
Nov 182 min read


SDDOT and Partners to Host Webinar on Winter Travel and New Variable Speed Limit System
Northeast Radio SD News – South Dakota - As winter weather approaches, the South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) is teaming up with the South Dakota Highway Patrol and the National Weather Service (NWS) to host a Pre-Winter Travel and Safety Webinar for the public.

Steve Jurrens
Nov 182 min read


Watertown Fire Rescue Welcomes Firefighter/Paramedic Serreyn to Full Status
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.

Steve Jurrens
Nov 181 min read


City Council to Hold Final Vote on Ordinance Regulating Hemp-Derived Products
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council is set to review Ordinance No. 25-24 for its Second Reading on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, which would establish local regulations on the sale, purchase, and possession of hemp-derived products.

Steve Jurrens
Nov 172 min read


City Council to Review Final Vote on Zoning Change for Business Expansion on West Kemp Avenue
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council is scheduled to hold the Second Reading for Ordinance No. 25-20 on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, which, if approved, will facilitate the commercial expansion of a business along West Kemp Avenue.

Steve Jurrens
Nov 172 min read


Watertown City Council to Review Plan for Modernizing City Limits Records
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council will hold the first reading of an ordinance on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, that aims to streamline how the city maintains its official corporate boundaries.

Steve Jurrens
Nov 171 min read


NAWIC Dakota Prairies Chapter Celebrates Second Anniversary, Championing Safety, Mentorship, and Community Impact
Northeast Radio SD News - Henry, SD - The National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) Dakota Prairies Chapter 394 recently hosted its anniversary banquet, celebrating two years of immense growth and community impact while engaging in a candid discussion about the future of the construction workforce.

Steve Jurrens
Nov 172 min read


Snow Queen Candidates Announced for 2026 Watertown Area “Enchanted Forest” Theme Festival
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The candidates for the 2026 Snow Queen Festival have been officially announced, kicking off a cherished local tradition that celebrates and develops young future community leaders. The festival, which culminates in a grand coronation, is also a significant scholarship competition.

Steve Jurrens
Nov 172 min read


City Council to Approve Final Change Order for Park Sign Project, Project Remains Under Budget
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council is scheduled to vote on a final change order for the 2024 Park and Recreation Improvements-Sign Project (Project No. 2409-A) at its meeting on Wednesday, November 19, 2025. The resolution, which staff recommends for approval, finalizes the scope of work with Mack Landscaping and Irrigation and confirms that the project will be completed with an improved aesthetic, all while remaining under its allocated budg

Steve Jurrens
Nov 172 min read


City Council to Clarify SkyWest Lease Terms, Optimize Airport Terminal Billing
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council is scheduled to vote as part of the consent agenda on an Addendum to the Airline Transportation System Lease Agreement with SkyWest Airlines Inc. during its upcoming meeting on Wednesday, November 19, 2025. The proposed amendment is intended to clarify the terms for SkyWest's use of space within the Watertown Regional Airport terminal.

Steve Jurrens
Nov 172 min read


City Seeks Up to $500,000 Grant for Calvin Industrial Park Lift Station Project
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council is slated to vote on authorizing an application for a Local Infrastructure Improvement Program (LIIP) Grant of up to $500,000 for the new lift station and sanitary sewer line at Calvin Industrial Park Second Addition. The action is included in the consent agenda for the November 19, 2025, City Council meeting.

Steve Jurrens
Nov 172 min read


Promotion of Greenman to PLWC Superintendent Heads to City Council Consent Agenda
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council is set to review the promotion of Dave Greenman to Superintendent at Prairie Lakes Wellness Center (PLWC) during its meeting on Wednesday, November 19. The action is listed on the City Council's consent agenda, which often includes routine items expected to pass without separate discussion.

Steve Jurrens
Nov 171 min read


Apartment Residents Report Strong Odor, Fire Rescue Responds
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Watertown Fire Rescue successfully managed an incident at a local apartment building on the evening of November 14 after residents reported a strong odor, initially feared to be a gas leak.

Steve Jurrens
Nov 172 min read


Harrisburg Man Dies from Injuries Sustained in Motorcycle Crash South of Watertown
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - A Harrisburg man has died from injuries sustained in a single-vehicle motorcycle crash that occurred two miles south of Watertown on Wednesday evening, November 5, 2025.

Steve Jurrens
Nov 141 min read


Watertown Man Faces Drug, DUI Charges Following Traffic Stop Near Estelline
Northeast Radio SD News - Estelline, SD - A 40-year-old Watertown man was arrested on multiple drug and driving under the influence (DUI) charges last Monday following a traffic stop north of Estelline, according to a release from the Hamlin County Sheriff’s Office.

Steve Jurrens
Nov 141 min read
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