Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - In a town known for its industrious spirit, Ann Taecker is working to ensure that “creative” remains a core part of the local vocabulary. Speaking to the Watertown Rotary Club on Thursday, Taecker—a visual artist, grant specialist, and community development advocate—shared her vision for a Watertown where art isn’t just a luxury for the few, but a vital part of the daily lives of all citizens.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - In a vibrant push to make the arts a regular fixture of local life, the Northern Prairie Arts (NPA) Watertown’s Art Council has officially unveiled its “CREATE 2026” spring curriculum. Representing the council in a live interview on Northeast Radio SD, Ralph Wamsher introduced a diverse slate of workshops ranging from the cutting edge of technology to time-honored manual crafts.