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Former Watertown Students to Star in SDSU's "The Diary of Anne Frank"
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Two graduates of Watertown High School (WHS) are preparing to take the stage in major roles for the South Dakota State University (SDSU) Theater Department's upcoming production of "The Diary of Anne Frank."

Steve Jurrens
Oct 71 min read


Watertown City Council Accepts Clean 2024 Audit; Financial Strength Highlighted
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - During the latest meeting, the Watertown City Council gave its official approval to the 2024 financial audit, following a thorough overview from Eide Bailly LLP, the city’s new external auditing partner.

Steve Jurrens
Oct 73 min read


Buffalo Man Sentenced to 10 Years for Child Abuse in South Dakota
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announced that a Buffalo, South Dakota man, 55-year-old Duane Newlander, has been sentenced to 10 years in state prison after pleading guilty to two counts of Abuse or Cruelty to a Minor.

Steve Jurrens
Oct 61 min read


Reminder Issued for Watertown Downtown Street Sweeping Parking Rules
Street sweeper brush on wet pavement, blue vehicle visible. Logos: "The City of Watertown South Dakota" and "Northeast Radio SD".

Steve Jurrens
Oct 61 min read


Watertown City Offers Seasonal Variance for Sump Pump Discharge to Sanitary Sewer
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Watertown residents and businesses needing to discharge clear water from their sump pumps into the sanitary sewer during the freezing winter months can now apply for the annual Seasonal Sump Pump Variance from the City of Watertown.

Steve Jurrens
Oct 62 min read


Investigation Underway Following Suspected Suicide in Rural Florence Area
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Codington County Sheriff's Office is currently investigating a suspected suicide after a body was discovered early Monday morning in the rural Florence area.

Steve Jurrens
Oct 61 min read


Traffic Stop Leads to Four Arrests, Meth Seizure in Northwest Watertown
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - A routine traffic stop conducted by a Watertown Police Department officer in the early morning hours of October 4, 2025, quickly escalated into a narcotics investigation that resulted in the arrest of four individuals on various drug-related charges.

Steve Jurrens
Oct 62 min read


Watertown Police Narcotics Investigation Leads to Four Arrests, Drug Seizure
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - A narcotics investigation conducted by the Watertown Police Department on October 3, 2025, resulted in the arrest of four individuals and the seizure of multiple controlled substances, cash, and drug paraphernalia. The South Dakota Division of Criminal Investigation assisted in the operation.

Steve Jurrens
Oct 62 min read


LATC 60th Anniversary Tour Spotlights Students at Hamlin-De Smet Game
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Lake Area Technical College (LATC) continued its 60th Anniversary Tailgate Tour on Friday night at the Hamlin vs. De Smet football game, using the event to connect with the community, award a scholarship, and recognize student-athletes. This marked the seventh stop on the college's regional tour.

Steve Jurrens
Oct 62 min read


South Dakota Retailers Association Launches NextGen Business Builders Program
Northeast Radio SD News – South Dakota - The South Dakota Retailers Association (SDRA) has introduced a new initiative aimed at supporting new entrepreneurs across the state. The program, called NextGen Business Builders, is a 13-month professional development and networking program for individuals who have owned their business for five years or less.

Steve Jurrens
Oct 62 min read


Combine Destroyed in Fire Near Castlewood
Northeast Radio SD News - Castlewood, SD - A combine was reported as a complete loss after catching fire north of Castlewood on the afternoon of Saturday, October 4, 2025. The Hamlin County Sheriff's Office and the Castlewood Fire Department were dispatched to the scene of the fire. Authorities confirmed that no injuries were reported as a result of the incident.

Steve Jurrens
Oct 61 min read


Two Women Sentenced in Federal Drug Conspiracy Case
Northeast Radio SD News – South Dakota - Two women, one from Slayton, Minnesota, and another from Aberdeen, South Dakota, have been sentenced in federal court after being convicted of Conspiracy to Distribute a Controlled Substance. U.S. Attorney Alison J. Ramsdell announced the sentencing, which Chief Judge Roberto A. Lange of the U.S. District Court oversaw.

Steve Jurrens
Oct 61 min read


Mid-America Manufacturing Index Falls Below Growth Neutral
OMAHA, Neb. (Oct. 1, 2025) — For the second time in the past three months, the Creighton University Mid-America Business Conditions Index, a leading economic indicator for the nine-state region stretching from Minnesota to Arkansas, sank below growth neutral.

Steve Jurrens
Oct 57 min read


Wilmot High School Forfeits Britton-Hecla Football Game Due to Health Concerns
Northeast Radio SD News - Wilmot, SD - The Wilmot School District has announced the forfeiture of its upcoming varsity football matchup against Britton-Hecla. The decision was made to prioritize the health and safety of the school's student-athletes, according to a district release.

Steve Jurrens
Oct 51 min read


Watertown Fire Rescue Observes Fire Prevention Week, Focuses on Lithium-Ion Battery Safety
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown Fire Rescue is marking Fire Prevention Week from October 5–11, 2025, by focusing on the safe use and disposal of lithium-ion batteries. The national campaign theme this year is “Charge into Fire Safety: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home.”

Steve Jurrens
Oct 51 min read


Northeast Radio SD News Previews Watertown City Council Meeting for Monday 10/6/25
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council is scheduled to convene on Monday, October 6, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. at City Hall for its regular session. The meeting agenda includes several administrative and financial items, starting with the Consent Agenda.

Steve Jurrens
Oct 412 min read


Lieutenant Chris Noeldner Retires After 24 Years with Watertown Fire Rescue
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Lieutenant Chris Noeldner has retired from Watertown Fire Rescue following 24 years of dedicated service to the community.
Watertown Fire Rescue announced the retirement, recognizing Lieutenant Noeldner's significant contributions to the department. According to the announcement, Lieutenant Noeldner was known for his steady and dependable presence, his commitment to the job, and his consistent prioritization of the team and the com

Steve Jurrens
Oct 41 min read


Hamlin County Sheriff Seeks Owner of Roaming Dog Near Castlewood
Northeast Radio SD News - Castlewood, SD - The Hamlin County Sheriff’s Office is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying the owner of a dog that has been loose in the countryside for several days.
The dog has been sighted approximately four miles northeast of Castlewood, near the intersection of 181st Street and 463rd Avenue.

Steve Jurrens
Oct 41 min read


Milbank School District Launches FCCLA Chapter
Northeast Radio SD News - Milbank, SD - The Milbank School District is launching a new chapter of the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) and has announced its officer team for the 2025–2026 school year.

Steve Jurrens
Oct 41 min read


Watertown Regional Airport Reports Over 1,000 Enplanements in September
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Watertown Regional Airport (ATY) reported a total of 1,067 passenger enplanements for September, according to recently released figures.

Steve Jurrens
Oct 41 min read
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