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South Dakota Supreme Court Reverses $202K Attorney Fee Award in Thovson Wrongful Death Dispute
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - In a decision that clarifies the boundaries of attorney-client fee agreements, the South Dakota Supreme Court has ruled that lawyers cannot enforce contingency fee clauses that financially penalize clients for refusing to accept a settlement offer. The comprehensive opinion stems from a fee dispute following a tragic fatal car accident in 2020.

Steve Jurrens
7 days ago5 min read


LATC to Unveil Remodeled Nursing Simulation Lab at Capitol City Campus Open House
Northeast Radio SD News – Pierre, SD / Watertown, SD - Lake Area Technical College (LATC) is inviting the community to explore the future of healthcare education at its newly remodeled nursing simulation lab. The college will host a public open house at the Capitol City Campus in Pierre to showcase the facility’s significant upgrades and high-tech training capabilities.

Steve Jurrens
Apr 62 min read


Legislative Update: District 4 and 5 Representatives Navigate “Meaty” Week in Pierre
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - As the 101st South Dakota legislative session crossed its third-week milestone, the halls of the State Capitol were filled with spirited debate over healthcare funding, agricultural standards, and fiscal responsibility. With nearly 500 bills now introduced, lawmakers from Districts 4 and 5 are wrestling with significant policy shifts that could reshape the state’s rural landscape.

Steve Jurrens
Feb 43 min read


JAG-SD Students Take Part in “Capitol Conversations” During 2026 Legislative Session
Northeast Radio SD News - Pierre, SD - Student leaders from across South Dakota will gain a firsthand look at the state’s lawmaking process on Thursday, Jan. 29, as they participate in “Capitol Conversations,” a flagship civic engagement event for the Jobs for America’s Graduates South Dakota (JAG-SD) program.

Steve Jurrens
Jan 222 min read


Top Business Honors Awarded at South Dakota Retailers Annual Conference
Northeast Radio SD News - Pierre, SD - The South Dakota Retailers Association (SDRA) has officially recognized the standout businesses of 2026, naming winners for its most prestigious annual honors. During the association’s conference in Pierre, awards were presented for Retailer of the Year, Restaurant of the Year, and Community Service.

Steve Jurrens
Jan 152 min read


Lake Area Tech and Avera Partner to Build High-Tech Nursing Simulation Center in Pierre
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Lake Area Technical College (LATC) and Avera announced a new partnership today to construct a state-of-the-art nursing simulation center at Pierre’s Capital City Campus.

Steve Jurrens
Dec 22, 20252 min read


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