Northeast Radio SD News – South Dakota - The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources confirmed zebra mussels in Traverse Lake, along the Minnesota–South Dakota border near Browns Valley. Because the lake directly borders South Dakota, Minnesota officials notified South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks (GFP) of the new aquatic invasive species detection.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The City of Watertown has opened its annual application window for seasonal sump pump variances, allowing residents and businesses to temporarily discharge sump pump water into the sanitary sewer during the winter months.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - More than 50 Watertown children received critical dental care last week as the Delta Dental Mobile Program wrapped up a five‑day community visit, providing over $35,000 worth of services to families.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The South Dakota Department of Education and the South Dakota State Library have honored 10 public libraries and 35 librarians statewide for achieving accreditation and professional certification — including notable recognitions for Watertown, Doland, and Sisseton.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The South Dakota High School Activities Association will open the 2026 Boys State Golf Championships next week, with Class A competition in Mitchell and Class AA in Aberdeen.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Watertown Fire Rescue crews responded late Wednesday night to a two‑vehicle crash that left multiple people needing medical evaluation, according to a media release from the department.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Codington County Treatment Court marked a milestone moment on Wednesday afternoon, honoring three individuals during a commencement ceremony held at the Codington County Courthouse.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Sisters of Mother of God Monastery are continuing their legacy of community service, not just through healthcare and housing, but by fueling the next generation of Watertown entrepreneurs.

Local health advocates and community leaders are encouraging Watertown residents to take a proactive approach to their cognitive health by attending an upcoming free memory screening event at the Watertown Event Center.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Cody Sokolosky, an automotive instructor at Northeast Technical High School, received the surprise of a lifetime on Tuesday morning when he was awarded a $75,000 prize for teaching excellence from Harbor Freight Tools for Schools.

Northeast Radio SD News – Sisseton, SD - The South Dakota Department of Veterans Affairs will honor four veterans who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving their nation during a regional Fallen Hero Bridge Dedication ceremony. The event is scheduled for 5 p.m. Central Time on Wednesday, Oct. 14, at the Tribal Administration Building in Sisseton.

Northeast Radio SD News – South Dakota - A Glendale, Arizona man has been sentenced to 30 years in federal prison for supplying fentanyl and more than 150 pounds of methamphetamine to a Sioux Falls‑area drug trafficking organization, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of South Dakota.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The No. 2‑ranked Watertown boys soccer team closed out a dominant regular season Tuesday night, shutting out Aberdeen Central 3‑0 to clinch the program’s first‑ever Eastern South Dakota Conference championship.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The South Dakota FFA Foundation has awarded 418 FFA jackets to members statewide this fall, including several students from chapters within roughly 50 miles of Watertown. The jackets were provided through the Blue Jackets Bright Futures program, which allows students to earn their own official FFA jacket by completing an application and short essay about their goals in agricultural education.

Northeast Radio SD News – Deuel County, SD - South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley has released a recommended model policy designed to help prosecutors and law enforcement agencies meet constitutional disclosure requirements in criminal cases. The guidance was developed by a statewide task force Jackley created in 2025, which included Deuel County Sheriff Cory Borg.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - With fall now underway, Travel South Dakota is encouraging residents and visitors to explore the state’s seasonal destinations through its new Autumn Adventures Passport, a free digital passport featuring more than 30 locations and events — including Sica Hollow State Park near Sisseton.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown Planning Commission unanimously approved the plat for the Harmony Hill Fourth Addition during its Sept. 24 meeting.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown Planning Commission deferred action on a proposed zoning text amendment that would permit larger attached garages on lots of one acre or more.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown Planning Commission approved a zoning change for a property at 700 2nd Street Southeast during its Sept. 24 meeting, allowing a historic structure to return to residential use.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown Planning Commission approved the annexation and zoning of approximately 20 acres of land owned by BRS Farms LLC during its Sept. 24 meeting.