Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The South Dakota Highway Patrol will conduct a three‑day School Bus Safety Outreach event September 8–10 to increase public awareness and reinforce safe driving behaviors around school buses statewide.

Northeast Radio SD News – Sisseton, SD - The Sisseton‑Wahpeton Oyate (SWO) welcomed Senate Majority Leader John Thune and U.S. Senator Mike Rounds to the Lake Traverse Reservation this week as the Tribe marked the near‑completion of its new Adult Detention Center, a major public‑safety project more than a decade in the making.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Northern Prairie Arts is inviting the public to explore their creative voice later this fall with a hands‑on poetry class led by South Dakota Poet Laureate Bruce Roseland. The event, titled “Your Life in Lines: An Introduction to Free Verse Poetry,” will be held Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Lake Area Technical College Archway Glass Classroom.

Northeast Radio SD News – Sisseton, SD - A routine traffic stop in Roberts County turned into a narcotics investigation late Sunday night, resulting in the seizure of suspected methamphetamine and the arrest of two individuals, according to the Roberts County Sheriff’s Office.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce has announced details for its 111th Annual Celebration, an evening event recognizing member achievements, community partnerships, and the start of the Chamber’s new fiscal year. The celebration will take place Thursday, October 22, 2026, inside the Glacial Lakes Ballroom at the Watertown Event Center.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The South Dakota Highway Patrol is advising drivers that the traffic signals at the intersection of Interstate 29 and U.S. Highway 212 in Watertown will be placed into flashing mode for approximately one week while maintenance work is completed.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - A Ram pickup crashed into the front of Jungers Farms Butchery on Saturday afternoon, damaging the storefront and forcing the business to temporarily close its retail counter.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Watertown Fire Rescue will host a community 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony on Wednesday, September 11, at Foundation Plaza in downtown Watertown. The event begins at 8:00 a.m. and is expected to last approximately 30 minutes, according to a media release from the department.

Northeast Radio SD News – Lake Poinsett, SD - The Hamlin County Sheriff’s Office recovered multiple stolen items and arrested two men last week after executing a search warrant at a camper near Lake Poinsett.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Codington County Commissioners received updates on the ongoing jail and law enforcement center construction project during their Sept. 1 meeting, including discussions on structural upgrades to unfinished spaces and the hiring of an independent quality control agent.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Codington County Commissioners voted unanimously Sept. 1 to approve an amended rental agreement for the county coroner’s facility after high summer temperatures forced equipment additions to maintain required cooling levels.

Northeast Radio SD News – South Dakota - Three Sioux Falls men have been indicted on multiple federal racketeering‑related charges after prosecutors say they conspired to murder a victim and carried out a gang‑motivated shooting earlier this year. The indictment, filed in August, alleges the men acted to maintain or elevate their status within the Gangster Disciples criminal organization.

Northeast Radio SD News – South Dakota - The South Dakota Driver Licensing Program is rolling out a new driver’s license and identification card design this month, introducing updated security features and a modernized layout aimed at improving both protection and usability.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown Development Company (WDC) will host its 2026 Annual Meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 20, bringing together investors and key public‑sector partners for an evening focused on economic growth, regional trends, and Watertown’s future opportunities.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Lake Area Technical College Foundation recognized its newest class of Build Dakota Scholarship recipients Thursday during the college foundation’s annual luncheon, celebrating student achievements and the statewide industry partners who help sustain the program.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Codington County Veterans Service Office secured more than $105,000 in monthly and retroactive benefit increases for area veterans in August, Veterans Service Officer Jay Roberts reported during the Sept. 1 Codington County Commission meeting.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - A lawsuit between prominent South Dakota economic development firm A1 Development Solutions and a former associate has concluded after all parties agreed to a mutual dismissal. On August 28, 2026, Third Judicial Circuit Court Judge Carmen A. Means officially signed an Order of Dismissal with Prejudice, closing the case permanently without awarding costs to any party. This ruling followed a joint stipulation filed by the plaintiff and

Northeast Radio SD News – South Dakota - Anthrax has been confirmed in a South Dakota beef herd currently located in Meade County, according to a news release from the South Dakota Animal Industry Board. This marks the first confirmed case of anthrax in 2026. State Veterinarian Dr. Mendel Miller says the cow/calf herd first began experiencing unexplained deaths while pastured in Butte County, where exposure is believed to have occurred. The cattle were later moved to M

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown Police Department has added three new members to its ranks, welcoming two full‑time officers and one reserve officer.

Northeast Radio SD News – Brookings, SD - A six‑year‑old girl was injured Wednesday afternoon in a car–bicycle collision at a Brookings intersection, according to reporting from Brookings Radio.