Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Codington Connects has announced its February honors, recognizing the Human Service Agency (HSA) as the Agency of the Month and Hailey Rau as the Individual of the Month for their impactful work through Project SUCCESS.

The opioid crisis isn’t something happening “somewhere else.” It’s affecting families, friends, and neighbors in communities all across South Dakota. That’s why having simple, life-saving tools readily available matters so much. One of the most effective tools we have is naloxone, often known by the brand name Narcan. It can reverse an opioid overdose in minutes and give someone a second chance at life.

Northeast Radio SD News - Brookings, SD - A 23-year-old Millbank man was hospitalized Saturday morning after being discovered in a downtown alley suffering from a severe medical emergency related to hypothermia.

Northeast Radio SD News – Lake Poinsett, SD - A 44-year-old Sisseton man is in custody following a Sunday afternoon incident where his vehicle ended up partially submerged in Lake Poinsett.

Northeast Radio SD News – South Dakota - State legislators from Districts 7 and 8 gathered on Saturday for a public forum to update constituents on key issues as the 2026 Legislative Session moves toward its final weeks. The “Legislative Coffee” event featured a detailed look at the state budget, the debate over legal gender definitions, and the potential entry of hyper-scale data centers into the South Dakota economy.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Plans for a new multi-family housing development at 1031 1st Avenue SE have received a vital lifeline. The Watertown Board of Adjustment voted unanimously to grant a one-year extension for a previously approved setback variance, allowing developers to move forward with the construction of a fourplex.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - In a move to address the city’s ongoing demand for childcare, the Watertown Board of Adjustment has unanimously approved a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for a new day care facility located at 1018 6th Street SE.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The South Dakota Department of Health is calling on agricultural producers, farm owners, and field employees to stay vigilant against the New World screwworm (NWS), a dangerous parasite that can cause severe injury or death in livestock, pets, wildlife, and even humans.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Students from Florence High School are putting the finishing touches on their recipes and business strategies as they prepare to represent their community at the 2026 South Dakota ProStart® Invitational.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown Arrows clearly proved their strength on Saturday at the Region 1A tournament, performing well in Dell Rapids to win the team championship with 244.0 points.

The Senate Taxation Committee voted 4–3 on Friday to kill Senate Bill 243, ending Sen. John Carley’s proposal to replace property taxes with a retail “transaction fee” that supporters said could eliminate owner-occupied property taxes first.

Northeast Radio SD News - White, SD - Two individuals were transported to the hospital Saturday evening following a single-vehicle rollover accident just east of White.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - In a major announcement that signals a new chapter for the Watertown tourism industry, Executive Director Anjelica Uthe of Visit Watertown revealed that the organization will be relocating its headquarters to the heart of the city’s historic district. Starting April 1, 2026, Visit Watertown will take up residence in the historic Goss Opera House, moving into the space formerly occupied by Maud’s Mercantile.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - As the 2026 Legislative Session approaches the critical “crossover” deadline, State Representative Dylan C. Jordan (R-District 4) reports a week of high-stakes voting marked by a major push for property tax reform and new oversight for higher education funding.

Northeast South Dakota’s media landscape has a vital hub in Watertown, where local radio plays a crucial role in connecting communities. As a primary source of news, entertainment, and public discourse, the Watertown radio station serves as a linchpin for residents across the Glacial Lakes region. This article explores the significance of Northeast Radio SD in Watertown, its role in fostering community engagement, and the broader impact on the region’s cultural and economic v

Northeast Radio SD News – South Dakota - The cattle market showed remarkable strength this week, headlined by a record-breaking performance in the CME Feeder Cattle Index and broad gains across the feeder and stocker categories. Despite a slight dip in overall meat production, the industry continues to see aggressive pricing compared to both last month and year-over-year averages.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - A 2.8-acre tract of land owned by the Benedictine Sisters of Mother of God Monastery is one step closer to joining the Watertown city limits following a unanimous Planning Commission recommendation.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Planning Commission encountered a setback during its routine agenda, voting 6-1 to reject a proposed amendment to the Downtown Overlay District intended to clarify building material standards.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - In a lengthy Session marked by debate over property assessments and the city’s economic future, the Planning Commission recommended approval for TIF District #22, the Dakota Commons Reserve.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown Planning Commission has recommended approval of Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District #21, clearing the way for the second phase of “The Oaks” apartment complex.