Northeast Radio SD News – South Dakota - Four South Dakota students pursuing careers in retail, business, and trades are getting a financial boost thanks to the South Dakota Retailers Association, which has awarded a record $18,500 in scholarships for 2026.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The City of Watertown’s Mosquito Control Program has announced that adult mosquito populations have reached levels sufficient to trigger a spray event in several east-side neighborhoods on Tuesday evening.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown Area Community Foundation has officially launched its 2026 Women & Giving Campaign, inviting women across the region to join a growing network of local philanthropists dedicated to creating opportunities for women, children, and families. The annual campaign runs through August 7, 2026.

Northeast Radio SD News – South Dakota - South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announced Monday that the State of South Dakota has reached a $15 million settlement with Roblox Corporation, the global immersive gaming and creation platform. The agreement establishes sweeping new child‑safety requirements on the platform and directs millions of dollars toward protecting children and strengthening education across the state.

Northeast Radio SD News – South Dakota - The South Dakota Fraternal Order of Police (FOP), the state’s largest law‑enforcement association, has formally endorsed Governor Larry Rhoden in the Republican gubernatorial runoff, citing what the organization calls “proven results” for public safety and support for officers.

Northeast Radio SD News – Brookings County, SD - The Brookings County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the theft of a Gallagher-brand solar panel used to power an electric fence along 207th Street near 487th Avenue, according to a media release from the department.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown School District has confirmed that all out‑of‑town school districts have been asked to stop using the Watertown High School/Boys & Girls Club area for bus pickup and drop‑off, citing safety concerns tied to increased traffic at Allen Mitchell.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - With the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally set for August 7–16, Watertown is gearing up for its annual Rally Rush, a community‑wide celebration running from late July through August that welcomes riders traveling to and from the world‑famous event.

Northeast Radio SD News – Hazel, SD - A 23‑year‑old Hazel woman was injured and later arrested following a single‑vehicle crash Friday night north of Hazel, according to the Hamlin County Sheriff’s Office.

Northeast Radio SD News – Lake Poinsett, SD - A Hamlin County Sheriff’s deputy was injured Wednesday night after being assaulted while responding to a welfare check, according to the Hamlin County Sheriff’s Office.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The City of Watertown is advising residents that a Bluepeak infrastructure upgrade project will begin Monday, July 13, with work continuing through October 2026, according to a public service announcement issued Friday.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - — The City of Watertown Public Works Department has announced a temporary street closure on 2nd Street NE as construction resumes on the new Airstay hotel project.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown Board of Adjustment on Thursday unanimously approved a wide‑ranging set of conditional uses for the Super 8 property at 503 14th Avenue SE, clearing the way for the hotel’s owners to pursue a major, multi‑phase expansion of hospitality services — provided the City Council finalizes the site’s rezoning to C‑3 Highway Commercial District.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown Board of Adjustment unanimously approved a conditional use permit Thursday allowing a new 2,240‑square‑foot storage building to be constructed at 1203 9th Avenue SE, directly north of the existing Verizon Wireless store along Highway 212.

Northeast Radio SD News – Brookings County, SD - The Brookings County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a hit‑and‑run incident that damaged an electrical box along 478th Avenue near 210th Street sometime between July 1 and July 9.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown Planning Commission on Thursday unanimously approved a rezoning request for the Super 8 property at 503 14th Avenue SE, bringing the long‑standing hotel into full compliance with the city’s zoning code and clearing the way for future hospitality‑related improvements.

Northeast Radio SD News – Hamlin County, SD - A major poaching investigation launched after a TIPS hotline report has resulted in five individuals from four states pleading guilty to 44 misdemeanor wildlife violations, according to South Dakota Turn In Poachers (TIPS).

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - In a landmark meeting Thursday evening, the Watertown Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of four interconnected zoning ordinance amendments that would reshape how the city regulates large institutional campuses and student housing. The actions—Resolutions 2026‑28, 2026‑29, 2026‑30, and 2026‑31—now move to the Watertown City Council for final consideration.

Northeast Radio SD News – South Dakota - Governor Larry Rhoden announced this week that the Trump Administration has awarded $150,418 to the South Dakota Highway Patrol (SDHP) to support its 287(g) agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The state expects additional federal funding as operations continue.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The South Dakota Board of Economic Development has approved a slate of new business and workforce investments totaling more than $115 million in capital projects and supporting 74 new full‑time jobs statewide.