Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The City of Watertown’s latest financial report reveals a healthy start to the new year, with sales tax collections for January 2026 outperforming both the previous year and long-term averages.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The City of Watertown’s economy showed steady growth in 2025, with annual sales tax collections reaching new heights. The recent year-end report shows that the city’s 1st Penny (General) and 2nd Penny (Capital) sales taxes each brought in over $11.19 million, reflecting a 6.13% increase over the previous year.