Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown Area PACH program is gearing up for its annual May Day Food Drive, a two‑day community effort aimed at stocking shelves ahead of the busy summer season. Donations will be collected on Friday, May 1, and Saturday, May 2, at multiple locations across the city.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown Optimist Club officially reached its golden anniversary this month, celebrating 50 years of community service with a special ribbon-cutting ceremony held on April 9. In partnership with the Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce, the event honored the club’s half-century of impact since its founding on April 15, 1976.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - With the 2026 legislative Session in the rearview mirror and a critical primary election looming, District 4 and District 5 lawmakers gathered at Lake Area Technical College (LATC) on Tuesday evening to face their constituents.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The wait is over for local music lovers and community enthusiasts in Watertown. The Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce has officially unveiled the highly anticipated summer schedule for Thursday Night Live (TNL), promising a season filled with diverse musical acts, themed community celebrations, and family-friendly fun.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Local residents and business leaders will have an opportunity to engage directly with state lawmakers next month at the 2026 Legislative Social. Hosted by the Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce Government Affairs Committee and the Watertown Development Company, the event is scheduled for Tuesday, April 7, 2026.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - A Watertown summer staple is getting a high-energy makeover. In a recent interview on Northeast Radio SD, Tim Sheehan, President and CEO of the Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce, and Ashley Johnson, Director of Community Engagement, discussed the historical roots and the bold new direction for the 2026 Cookin’ on Kampeska celebration.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce and the Watertown Development Company (WDC) are inviting the public to a Legislative Social on Tuesday, April 7, 2026. The event will take place from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on the top floor of the Archway at Lake Area Technical College.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce has officially announced that long-time local educators Bill and Cathy Zubke will serve as the Grand Marshals for the 2026 St. Patrick’s Day Parade. The announcement was made during the Chamber’s weekly radio segment on Northeast Radio SD, where the couple jokingly referred to their "O'Zubke" heritage while sharing stories of their deep roots in the Watertown community.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - After weeks of sizzling grills and record-breaking community turnout, the 4th Annual Watertown Burger Battle has officially crowned its 2026 champion. The coveted championship belt is staying downtown, awarded to the Watertown Brewing Company for their massive, flavor-packed creation: the “Smokey and the Bandit Burger”.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The grills are cooling down, but the excitement is just heating up in Watertown as the community concludes its most successful Burger Battle to date. Featuring a record-breaking 19 participating restaurants, the 2026 competition has not only tested the palates of local foodies but also significantly boosted the local economy.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Fresh off a record-breaking Farm Show, the Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce is maintaining its momentum with a full slate of community events. Chamber leaders Mackenzie Ries (Director of Ag Engagement) and Karen Aiken (Director of Membership Engagement) recently shared a packed March calendar, featuring the conclusion of a local culinary tradition, a massive St. Patrick’s Day celebration, and the launch of professional development p

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The 81st Annual Watertown Winter Farm Show concluded its festivities on Saturday, February 14, with the highly anticipated Northeast 4-H Calf Show. The event drew 51 youth participants from nine counties, including Brookings, Clark, Codington, Day, Deuel, Grant, Hamlin, Marshall, and Roberts.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The 2026 Watertown Winter Farm Show concluded its major livestock series this week, showcasing elite genetics and drawing competitive bids from across the region. Organized by the Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce Agriculture Committee, the 81st annual event continued its tradition as a cornerstone for the agricultural community.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Area legislators faced a vocal crowd on Saturday morning during the Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce Legislative Cracker Barrel, where the tension between state mandates and local control dominated the discussion. The event, live-streamed by Northeast Radio SD, featured a six-member panel from Districts 4 and 5 addressing topics ranging from cell phone bans to controversial curriculum requirements.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The 81st Annual Watertown Winter Farm Show officially opened Wednesday morning at the Codington County Extension Complex, blending a vision for the future of South Dakota agriculture with a deep respect for its storied past.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce is gearing up for a busy spring season, headlined by the return of its premier leadership program and the 81st annual Watertown Winter Farm Show. In a recent local interview, Ashley Johnson, Director of Community Engagement, detailed the community’s upcoming highlights, ranging from professional development to agricultural traditions.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The luck of the Irish is returning to Watertown early this year. In a live interview with Northeast Radio SD, Ashley Johnson, Director of Community Engagement for the Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce, outlined a month-long celebration that promises community spirit, cash prizes, and family-friendly fun.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce has officially launched a fundraising campaign titled “Thursday Night Live: A Future We Share,” aiming to address rising operational costs and ensure the longevity of the beloved summer concert series.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce has partnered with Mount Marty University to launch Leadership Lab, a new eight-week professional development series designed to cultivate leadership capacity among area professionals.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce has officially kicked off 2026 with a packed schedule of community events, ranging from competitive culinary battles to the historic 81st Winter Farm Show.