Northeast Radio SD News – South Dakota - An Astoria man died Wednesday evening in a single‑vehicle vs. pedestrian crash northeast of Ramona, according to the South Dakota Department of Public Safety.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD — Communities across the United States will pause on Wednesday, September 11, to observe Patriot Day, the annual day of remembrance honoring the nearly 3,000 people killed in the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. This year marks the 25th anniversary of the attacks, a milestone underscoring both the passage of time and the enduring impact of that day.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a new Health Alert Network (HAN) advisory following a nationwide increase in human rabies exposures and errors in administering rabies post‑exposure prophylaxis (PEP). The alert, designated HAN‑00533, was released September 10, 2026, and urges clinicians and public health officials to reinforce proper rabies risk assessments and treatment protocols.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - A Watertown man is facing an aggravated assault charge after police say he threatened two people with a large kitchen knife Wednesday evening.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD — The Codington County Register of Deeds Office is alerting residents to a temporary service interruption next week as the state transitions to a new Vital Records system.

Northeast Radio SD News – Brookings County, SD - The Brookings County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a case of intentional crop damage after a vehicle drove nearly half a mile through a soybean field west of Brookings earlier this month.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Two local students who attended this year’s Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) camp near North Platte, Nebraska, are being recognized for their contributions to a new community project: a Rotary‑sponsored Little Library now installed on 9th Street, just north of Bramble Park Zoo. RYLA campers Mollie Raasch and Brooklyn Varilek spent July 13–17 at the leadership development program, which focuses on building confidence, teamwork ski

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Yard of the Month Committee has released its final list of honorees for the 2026 season, recognizing standout properties across all five city wards along with whimsical and business categories.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Chip seal improvements along 14th Avenue are moving forward as city crews continue work between Highway 81 and 19th Street, according to a public service announcement issued Tuesday.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Lake Area Technical College is celebrating another milestone this fall, reporting its highest enrollment in school history as the institution continues expanding the number of skilled graduates entering South Dakota’s workforce.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown Lions Club is relocating its popular Progressive Pot Blackout Bingo to a new venue and a new night beginning later this month.

Northeast Radio SD News – Volga, SD - The Brookings County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a case of intentional damage after a vehicle’s rear window was found shattered for the second time in less than a year.

Northeast Radio SD News – Brookings County, SD - Three people were injured Tuesday afternoon after a two‑vehicle crash at the intersection of 468th Avenue and 212th Street, just west of Brookings, according to the Brookings County Sheriff’s Office.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council on Tuesday approved Ordinance No. 26‑30, completing a months‑long effort to update the city’s rules governing bicycles, scooters, skateboards, rollerblades, and other personal conveyances. The ordinance passed on its second reading, following extensive revisions and public input from downtown businesses and residents.

Watertown City Council Reviews 2027 Property Tax Levy Increase Driven by CPI and New Growth

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council on Tuesday unanimously authorized City Manager Alan Stager to execute a new billing services agreement with PCC Billing. This Castlewood-based company will take over all ambulance billing operations for Watertown Fire Rescue beginning October 1, 2026.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council on Tuesday approved an amendment to its road maintenance Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Elmira Township, updating jurisdictional responsibilities following recent annexations and a request from township officials. The vote came without discussion after a brief presentation from City Engineer Justin Petersen.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Watertown Municipal Utilities will begin maintenance work this month on the city’s northwest water tower located at 14th Avenue NW and 4th Street NW.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Lake Area Technical College will welcome alumni, students, employees, families, and community members to campus on Saturday, October 3, for two major events: the Lake Area Tech Alumni Association 5K Run/Walk and the Lake Area Technical College Open House.

Northeast Radio SD News – Brookings County, SD - The Brookings County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a case of intentional crop damage after a landowner reported a vehicle repeatedly driving through a cornfield along 466th Avenue near 220th Street.