Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The South Dakota Highway Patrol is advising drivers that the traffic signals at the intersection of Interstate 29 and U.S. Highway 212 in Watertown will be placed into flashing mode for approximately one week while maintenance work is completed.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - A Ram pickup crashed into the front of Jungers Farms Butchery on Saturday afternoon, damaging the storefront and forcing the business to temporarily close its retail counter.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Watertown Fire Rescue will host a community 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony on Wednesday, September 11, at Foundation Plaza in downtown Watertown. The event begins at 8:00 a.m. and is expected to last approximately 30 minutes, according to a media release from the department.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - In our weekly broadcast on Northeast Radio SD, Sara Foust, Board President of Codington Connects, and Lisa Dahl, Executive Director of the Watertown Area United Way, outlined key health, literacy, and safety initiatives currently serving the greater Watertown community, alongside details for the annual fundraising drive. Strengthening Resilience Through Partnership Codington Connects and the Watertown Area United Way share a central m

Northeast Radio SD News – Lake Poinsett, SD - The Hamlin County Sheriff’s Office recovered multiple stolen items and arrested two men last week after executing a search warrant at a camper near Lake Poinsett.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Codington County Commissioners received updates on the ongoing jail and law enforcement center construction project during their Sept. 1 meeting, including discussions on structural upgrades to unfinished spaces and the hiring of an independent quality control agent.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Codington County Commissioners voted unanimously Sept. 1 to approve an amended rental agreement for the county coroner’s facility after high summer temperatures forced equipment additions to maintain required cooling levels.

Northeast Radio SD News – South Dakota - Three Sioux Falls men have been indicted on multiple federal racketeering‑related charges after prosecutors say they conspired to murder a victim and carried out a gang‑motivated shooting earlier this year. The indictment, filed in August, alleges the men acted to maintain or elevate their status within the Gangster Disciples criminal organization.

Northeast Radio SD News – South Dakota - The South Dakota Driver Licensing Program is rolling out a new driver’s license and identification card design this month, introducing updated security features and a modernized layout aimed at improving both protection and usability.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown Development Company (WDC) will host its 2026 Annual Meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 20, bringing together investors and key public‑sector partners for an evening focused on economic growth, regional trends, and Watertown’s future opportunities.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Lake Area Technical College Foundation recognized its newest class of Build Dakota Scholarship recipients Thursday during the college foundation’s annual luncheon, celebrating student achievements and the statewide industry partners who help sustain the program.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Codington County Veterans Service Office secured more than $105,000 in monthly and retroactive benefit increases for area veterans in August, Veterans Service Officer Jay Roberts reported during the Sept. 1 Codington County Commission meeting.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - A lawsuit between prominent South Dakota economic development firm A1 Development Solutions and a former associate has concluded after all parties agreed to a mutual dismissal. On August 28, 2026, Third Judicial Circuit Court Judge Carmen A. Means officially signed an Order of Dismissal with Prejudice, closing the case permanently without awarding costs to any party. This ruling followed a joint stipulation filed by the plaintiff and

Northeast Radio SD News – South Dakota - Anthrax has been confirmed in a South Dakota beef herd currently located in Meade County, according to a news release from the South Dakota Animal Industry Board. This marks the first confirmed case of anthrax in 2026. State Veterinarian Dr. Mendel Miller says the cow/calf herd first began experiencing unexplained deaths while pastured in Butte County, where exposure is believed to have occurred. The cattle were later moved to M

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown Police Department has added three new members to its ranks, welcoming two full‑time officers and one reserve officer.

Northeast Radio SD News – Brookings, SD - A six‑year‑old girl was injured Wednesday afternoon in a car–bicycle collision at a Brookings intersection, according to reporting from Brookings Radio.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Have you ever truly stopped to look into your community instead of just looking over it? That’s exactly what local Mainstream Realty agent Carley Stewart is exploring in her new six-part documentary series, “A Closer Look: Watertown.” Recently featured on Northeast Radio SD, Carley shared the inspiration behind the project: a desire to showcase the hidden charms, hardworking small business owners, and essential services that make Wate

Northeast Radio SD News – Minneapolis, MN - Two people have been killed, and a suspected shooter is dead following a chaotic Wednesday afternoon shooting inside a downtown Minneapolis apartment building, according to AP News. Three Minneapolis police officers were also injured in the incident, which prompted a massive law enforcement response in the densely populated Loring Park neighborhood near the Minneapolis Convention Center.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The City of Watertown has announced upcoming traffic pattern changes for its 2026 street construction projects, specifically impacting the Neighborhood Reconstruction Project on 5th Avenue N.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Lake Area Technical College (LATC) Foundation hosted its annual scholarship luncheon, bringing together recipients, donors, faculty, and state education leaders to celebrate student achievement and the transformational power of philanthropic support.