Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Highway Superintendent Randy Falvey announced at Tuesday’s meeting that 175th Street—the city haul road for the landfill—EAST from the entrance of the landfill, will be closed to all traffic starting Wednesday, March 18.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - During Tuesday’s Codington County Commissioners’ meeting, Highway Superintendent Randy Falvey shared that the 14th Avenue Northwest Bridge replacement project is currently trending ahead of its anticipated construction schedule.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The spirit of community investment and the lasting impact of local mentorship took center stage on Tuesday, March 17th, 2026, as the Business Industry School Coalition (BISCO) hosted its annual Barbecue Luncheon at the Lake Area Technical College.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce and the Watertown Development Company (WDC) are inviting the public to a Legislative Social on Tuesday, April 7, 2026. The event will take place from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on the top floor of the Archway at Lake Area Technical College.

Northeast Radio SD News – Vermillion, SD - The University of South Dakota (USD) is taking a major step forward in its commitment to student-athletes with the announcement of the Gassen Family Fieldhouse, a state-of-the-art indoor facility slated for completion in June 2028. The Office of the State Engineer (OSE) is currently seeking Statements of Qualifications from firms interested in providing Construction Manager at Risk (CMR) services for this landmark project.

Northeast Radio SD News – Milbank, SD - The Milbank Area Chamber of Commerce (MACC) has officially announced the musical lineup and schedule for Farley Fest 2026, scheduled to take place on Friday, June 19, and Saturday, June 20. This annual summer celebration, a staple of Lake Farley Park since 2007, features two days of regional music, family activities, and local traditions.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - In a Session that stretched nearly three hours, the Watertown City Council faced a packed agenda on Monday night, highlighted by passionate testimony from residents regarding a major road reconstruction project on 5th Avenue North.

Northeast Radio SD News – Custer, SD - Firefighters have successfully held containment lines across the Qury Fire perimeter despite an increase in mapped acreage. As of Tuesday evening, March 17, 2026, the wildfire is officially estimated at 9,059 acres. While the size has grown due to interior burning and more accurate mapping, containment remains steady at 27 percent.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - While annual crime statistics show a general downward trend in Watertown, a deeper dive into the data has prompted a call for action from city leadership. During Monday night’s City Council meeting, Councilman Doug Allen highlighted a startling 400% increase in juvenile rape arrests, urging the city to shift more resources toward combating domestic and sexual violence.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council received a “rosy” financial update Monday night that underscored the tangible power of regional cooperation, as the First District Association of Local Governments reported that the city saw a staggering $250 return for every single dollar it invested in the organization last year.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council took a major step Monday night toward expanding one of the state’s most significant residential developments, unanimously approving the annexation and rezoning of a new two-acre parcel for the Harmony Hill subdivision. While the move signals continued growth for the city’s south side, it also reignited a long-simmering “turf war” over utility service rights and the ethics of municipal expansion.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - A strategic pivot by a local family entertainment center sparked a brief debate Monday night over the intersection of alcohol, gambling, and youth activities. In a 4-2 split vote, the Watertown City Council approved the transfer of a retail liquor and video lottery license to Infinity Fun LLC, signaling a move away from simple concession-stand fare toward a full-service restaurant model.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The ongoing closure of 2nd Street NE following the demolition of the old City Hall became a flashpoint during Monday night’s City Council meeting, as a local business owner warned of mounting safety risks and “unnecessary hardships” for downtown commerce.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - What began as an infrastructure update for a “historic” Watertown neighborhood spiraled into a debate over property rights, “modern” vs. “historic” standards, and the value of a mature tree canopy.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Under much clearer skies than the “muddy mess” that marked its 2021 groundbreaking, the Village of Harmony Hill celebrated a milestone on Monday afternoon. The community gathered for a dual celebration: a formal ribbon cutting welcoming Minnwest Bank into the local fold and a substantial check presentation to the Challenger Learning Center of South Dakota.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - A local business at 23 Kemp Ave West sustained structural damage Monday morning after a hatchback sedan crashed through its entrance.

Northeast Radio SD News – South Dakota - A local production company has reached a settlement with the U.S. Attorney’s Office following allegations that it discriminated against a young performer with a disability during a classic rock concert.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council is set to review several property and licensing items during its meeting on Monday, March 16, 2026. Key items on the agenda include a major residential annexation project on the city’s south side and the transfer of a liquor license that will pave the way for a new restaurant expansion and casino.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Property owners along 5th Avenue North may soon see new sidewalks as the Watertown City Council prepares to consider Resolution No. 26-10 during its meeting tomorrow night, March 16, 2026.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - As part of the ongoing Watertown General Investigation Study, the City Council will consider a motion tomorrow night, March 16, 2026, to authorize City Manager Alan Stager to sign a critical Programmatic Agreement (PA) regarding the protection of cultural and historic artifacts.