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Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Lake Area Technical College has announced two key additions to its leadership team, further strengthening the college’s focus on student success, community engagement, and regional workforce development.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown Police Department is celebrating a milestone for one of its newest officers. Officer Anthony Goebel has officially completed the department’s Police Training Officer (PTO) Program and is now serving the community as a solo patrol officer.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown School Board on Monday approved a request from Lake Area Technical College to directly purchase an airplane for its professional fixed‑wing pilot program after the college received no bids during last month’s formal bidding process.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown School Board on Monday approved its annual facility lease agreement for Lake Area Technical College’s nursing cohort located at Capital City Campus in Pierre.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Lake Area Technical College President Tiffan Sanderson presented a detailed update Monday night on the college’s rapidly expanding aviation programs, outlining major investments, strong student outcomes, and growing workforce demand across aviation maintenance, professional pilot training, and uncrewed aerial systems (UAS).

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown School Board on Monday approved the district’s fees for the 2026–27 school year, confirmed committee assignments, and finalized several annual designations including financial depositories, legal counsel, and federal program coordinators.

Northeast Radio SD News – Wilmot, SD - South Dakota’s Jobs for America’s Graduates program (JAG‑SD) is celebrating major national recognition this week after outperforming all six national performance benchmarks — and a Wilmot educator is among those honored for exceptional service.

Northeast Radio SD News – Grant County, SD - Childcare providers across Grant County will soon have access to new financial support aimed at strengthening local childcare capacity, thanks to a major grant awarded this week.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Northeast General Auxiliary announced this week that its annual Extravaganza fundraiser at Just 1 More Casino was a major success, raising $10,870 to support children receiving care at the Shrine Clinic in the Twin Cities.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown School Board held its annual organizational meeting Monday night, swearing in a returning member, selecting board leadership for the 2026–27 year, and formally setting meeting formats and election dates for the coming fiscal cycle.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown School Board on Monday approved several district policies during second readings, including a grading policy that prompted one of the most extensive discussions of the night.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown School Board on Monday unanimously approved the district’s full 2026–27 budget and levy resolution, finalizing a $115.79 million spending plan and setting the property tax levy rates that will be forwarded to the Codington County Auditor.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown School Board on Monday conducted first readings for four policies, each tied to recent legislative changes or updates in state law, with Superintendent Dr. Jeff Danielsen emphasizing that the district has already been following the requirements but is now formally codifying them in policy.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown School District’s family support specialist program, launched two and a half years ago to strengthen attendance and connect families with community resources, has concluded — but administrators say its impact will continue through newly reassigned staff roles.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - A Florence parent urged the Watertown School Board Monday night to reconsider a decision prohibiting out‑of‑town school districts from dropping students at the Boys & Girls Club after school, saying the change creates confusion, safety concerns, and contradicts long‑standing transportation arrangements families rely on.

Northeast Radio SD News – South Dakota - Four South Dakota students pursuing careers in retail, business, and trades are getting a financial boost thanks to the South Dakota Retailers Association, which has awarded a record $18,500 in scholarships for 2026.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The City of Watertown’s Mosquito Control Program has announced that adult mosquito populations have reached levels sufficient to trigger a spray event in several east-side neighborhoods on Tuesday evening.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown Area Community Foundation has officially launched its 2026 Women & Giving Campaign, inviting women across the region to join a growing network of local philanthropists dedicated to creating opportunities for women, children, and families. The annual campaign runs through August 7, 2026.

Northeast Radio SD News – South Dakota - South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announced Monday that the State of South Dakota has reached a $15 million settlement with Roblox Corporation, the global immersive gaming and creation platform. The agreement establishes sweeping new child‑safety requirements on the platform and directs millions of dollars toward protecting children and strengthening education across the state.