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SDDOT Reminds Public That Campaign Signs Are Prohibited on State Highway Rights of Way
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - With campaign season underway, the South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) is reminding candidates and supporters that political signs are not allowed on state highway rights of way.

Steve Jurrens
Apr 261 min read


Castlewood First Graders Meet “Dale” the Snowplow in SDDOT Touch‑a‑Truck Event
Northeast Radio SD News – Castlewood, SD - First graders at Castlewood School got an up‑close look at the machinery that keeps South Dakota’s roads safe during a special Touch‑a‑Truck event organized by the South Dakota Department of Transportation.

Steve Jurrens
Apr 151 min read


Highway 25 North of Highway 20 to Close for Construction Beginning April 21
Northeast Radio SD News – Bradley, SD - Motorists traveling in northeast South Dakota will encounter a long-term road closure later this month as construction begins on a section of South Dakota Highway 25.

Steve Jurrens
Apr 151 min read


SDDOT to Host Public Meeting for Highway 28 Bridge Replacement Near Lake Poinsett
Northeast Radio SD News – Lake Poinsett, SD - The South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) is seeking public input on a proposed project to replace a bridge structure on S.D. Highway 28. Area residents, commuters, and business owners are invited to attend a public meeting and open house to learn more about the project and provide feedback.

Steve Jurrens
Apr 82 min read


$2.2 Million Reconstruction Project Set to Begin on Highway 28 in Toronto
Northeast Radio SD News – Toronto, SD - The South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) has announced that a major urban reconstruction project is scheduled to begin on S.D. Highway 28 through the city of Toronto will start on Thursday, April 9, 2026.

Steve Jurrens
Apr 72 min read


SDDOT to Switch Highway 212 and 33rd Street Signal to Flashing Mode Ahead of Potential Removal
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Motorists traveling through the east side of Watertown should prepare for a change in traffic patterns beginning next week.

Steve Jurrens
Apr 22 min read


Codington County Infrastructure Update: 14th Avenue Bridge Replacement Ahead of Schedule
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - During Tuesday’s Codington County Commissioners’ meeting, Highway Superintendent Randy Falvey shared that the 14th Avenue Northwest Bridge replacement project is currently trending ahead of its anticipated construction schedule.

Steve Jurrens
Mar 181 min read


I-29 and I-90 Reopen in South Dakota: Reopened but Hazardous Conditions Persist
The South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) has announced the reopening of Interstate 29 and Interstate 90, effective as of 10 a.m. (CT) Today, Sunday, March 15, 2026. While the major interstates are now open to traffic, officials urge motorists to use extreme caution, as the effects of the recent winter storm create treacherous driving conditions.

Steve Jurrens
Mar 152 min read


SDDOT Invites Public Input on Highway 21 Reconstruction Project Near Hayti
Northeast Radio SD News – Hayti, SD - The South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) has announced it is seeking input from the local community and stakeholders on a proposed reconstruction project for a vital section of South Dakota Highway 21.

Steve Jurrens
Mar 142 min read


Local Resident Meets “Scraping By” as SDDOT Celebrates Snowplow Naming Contest Winner
Northeast Radio SD News – Hayti, SD - The Watertown Area of the South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) officially welcomed its newest named fleet member on Thursday, March 5, 2026, as local contest winner Mike Marshall of Bryant visited the Hayti Maintenance Shop to meet “Scraping By.”

Steve Jurrens
Mar 82 min read


Deuel and Grant Counties Secure Critical Funding in Statewide Bridge Improvement Grant Awards
Northeast Radio SD News – Deuel County/Grant County, SD - Local infrastructure is set for a significant boost following the South Dakota Transportation Commission’s February meeting, where Deuel and Grant counties were named as recipients of the 2026 Bridge Improvement Grants (BIG).

Steve Jurrens
Feb 262 min read


SDDOT Issues Reminder on 2026 Spring Load Restrictions
Northeast Radio SD News – South Dakota - The South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) has issued a reminder to motorists and commercial carriers regarding upcoming spring load restrictions aimed at protecting the state’s highway infrastructure.

Steve Jurrens
Feb 121 min read


‘Iceorilla’ and ‘Plowverine’ Join SDDOT Fleet as 2025-2026 Contest Winners Announced
Northeast Radio SD News – South Dakota - The South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) has officially unveiled the winners of its sixth annual Snowplow Naming Contest, adding 12 newly christened vehicles to its winter maintenance fleet.

Steve Jurrens
Jan 162 min read


Highway 127 Project Near Sisseton Set to Begin Jan. 20
Northeast Radio SD News - Sisseton, SD - The South Dakota Department of Transportation has announced the start of a multi-million dollar infrastructure project on Highway 127, scheduled to begin Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026.

Steve Jurrens
Jan 151 min read


State Commission Awards $4 Million for Critical Rural Infrastructure Improvements
Northeast Radio SD News – South Dakota - The South Dakota Transportation Commission has approved $4 million in economic development grants aimed at revitalizing essential infrastructure in counties and smaller communities across the state.

Steve Jurrens
Dec 22, 20252 min read


SDDOT and Partners to Host Webinar on Winter Travel and New Variable Speed Limit System
Northeast Radio SD News – South Dakota - As winter weather approaches, the South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) is teaming up with the South Dakota Highway Patrol and the National Weather Service (NWS) to host a Pre-Winter Travel and Safety Webinar for the public.

Steve Jurrens
Nov 18, 20252 min read


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