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Delta Dental Mobile to Offer Free Dental Care in Watertown
The Delta Dental Mobile dental office will be in Watertown from October 20 to 24, offering free dental services for local children. Sponsored by the Watertown Area United Way and Prairie Lakes Healthcare System, this initiative aims to support children and young adults who may not have consistent access to dental care.

Steve Jurrens
Sep 161 min read


Watertown Town Players to Premiere "The 24 HR. Plays"
The Watertown Town Players are set to premiere a unique theater experience, "The 24-Hour Plays," this weekend. The show is the result of a single, 24-hour creative process.
The unique format brings together writers, directors, and actors to create five short, original plays from start to finish. The process begins on Friday evening when the cast and crew meet. The writers then work through the night to write a 10-minute script by 6 a.m. Saturday. The actors and directors t

Steve Jurrens
Sep 162 min read


City Council Debates Restaurant Liquor License Fee and Restrictions, Nears Decision
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - During the City Council meeting on Monday, September 15, 2025, the Watertown City Council...

Steve Jurrens
Sep 162 min read


Watertown City Council Finalizes Funding for Calvin Industrial Park Project
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council unanimously approved a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to fund a...

Steve Jurrens
Sep 162 min read


Missing Toddler Found Deceased in Hamlin County
Northeast Radio SD News - Castlewood, SD - A search for a missing 1.5-year-old boy in Hamlin County concluded on Monday, September 15,...

Steve Jurrens
Sep 161 min read


EF-1 Tornado Confirmed Near Mobridge, Caused by Weather Vortex
Northeast Radio SD News - Mobridge, SD - A quick but impactful tornado, caused by a rare weather event, touched down near Mobridge, South...

Steve Jurrens
Sep 151 min read


Watertown Council Advances 2026 Tax Levy, Aligning with State Law
Red house icons on coin stacks spell "PROPERTY TAX" in chalk on a blackboard. Watertown SD and Northeast Radio SD logos in corners....

Steve Jurrens
Sep 152 min read


Watertown City Council Considers Amendments to Public Right-of-Way Ordinance
Blue binder labeled "Amendments," pencils in a holder, notebook, and logo for "The City of Watertown, South Dakota." Calm workspace...

Steve Jurrens
Sep 152 min read


Watertown City Council Unanimously Approves Facilities Assessment Contract
Hands hold a red speech bubble with "ASSESSMENT" text. Logos for Watertown, SD, and Northeast Radio are visible, along with a green...

Steve Jurrens
Sep 152 min read


New Non-Profit Launches Royal Family KIDS Camp for Foster Children in Northeast SD
Royal Family Kids Camp - Watertown, SD Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - For The Children - Glacial Lakes, a new non-profit...

Steve Jurrens
Sep 151 min read


USD Professor Michael Hook Subject of Student Petition Following Termination
change.org photo Northeast Radio SD News - Vermillion, SD - A group of students at the University of South Dakota has launched an online...

Steve Jurrens
Sep 151 min read


Darwin ‘Joe’ Dame Receives Prestigious Price-Rees Award for Dedication to Wastewater Management
Northeast Radio SD News Special Program - Positively Watertown: The Bright Side of the Community - Darwin “Joe” Dame, a Wastewater...

Steve Jurrens
Sep 151 min read


State Flags to Fly at Half-Staff for Former Lawmaker Karen Soli
US flag at half-mast against a clear blue sky, indicating mourning or respect. "Northeast Radio SD" logo in the corner. Northeast Radio...

Steve Jurrens
Sep 151 min read


Avon Teacher Named 2026 South Dakota Teacher of the Year
Becky Haenfler, a middle school English Language Arts teacher from the Avon School District, has been named the 2026 South Dakota Teacher of the Year. South Dakota Secretary of Education Joseph Graves announced the award at a banquet held in Fort Pierre, South Dakota.
Graves commented on Haenfler’s reputation and teaching approach. “Becky Haenfler has a wonderful reputation at Avon School District as being an engaging educator whose teaching style gets kids excited about r

Steve Jurrens
Sep 152 min read


Northeast Radio News SD Previews Watertown City Council Meeting on 9/15
Council Member At-Large: Michael Heuer, Ward E: Lynn Jurrens, Deputy Mayor & Ward B: Kyle Peters, City Manager Alan Stager, Mayor Ried...

Steve Jurrens
Sep 148 min read


Aberdeen Police Investigate Threat Against Political Candidate Toby Doeden
Aberdeen Police Investigate Threat Against Political Candidate Toby Doeden - Northeast Radio SD Northeast News SD - Aberdeen, SD - The...

Steve Jurrens
Sep 141 min read


Daly Records Historic High Score at Sanford International
FILE - John Daly tees off on the second hole during the final round of the PNC Championship golf tournament, Sunday, Dec. 22, 2024, in...

Steve Jurrens
Sep 131 min read


Watertown Fire Rescue Welcomes New Full-Time Firefighter
Watertown Fire Rescue officially welcomed a new full-time member to its ranks this week, reinforcing the department's standard for having all crew members certified as both firefighters and paramedics.
Firefighter/Paramedic Camdyn Rieffenberger was given his black helmet by Chief Rowland, marking the end of his probationary period. The black helmet is a long-standing tradition that signals a firefighter's promotion from probationary to permanent status.

Steve Jurrens
Sep 131 min read


Detours in Place for New Closure on Highway 25 in Clark County
Drivers in Clark County should prepare for a new road closure beginning Monday, September 15, as crews continue work on an infrastructure project along South Dakota Highway 25.
The South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) announced that Highway 25 will be closed from Highway 20 north for three miles to allow grading operations. A signed detour will guide passenger vehicles around the work zone via 437th Avenue and 155th Street (County Road 20).

Steve Jurrens
Sep 131 min read


Iowa Man Dies in Lincoln County Semi Crash
"Latest news alert from Northeast Radio News SD: 'Fatal Crash' text on a screen with emergency lights. Blue and red hues dominate."...

Steve Jurrens
Sep 131 min read
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