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Watertown City Council Approves SAFER Grant Application for Emergency Response Expansion
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council has given the green light to a proactive expansion plan for the city’s emergency response services, though not without an intense look at long-term fiscal liabilities. On Monday evening, city leaders voted to authorize Watertown Fire Rescue to apply for the federal Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) grant. If awarded, the grant will fund up to nine new firefighter-paramedic positions o

Steve Jurrens
Jun 23 min read


20-Year-Old Arrested in Connection with Allegations of Sexual Assault Involving Child
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - A Watertown man is facing several felony charges following allegations of sexual assault involving a minor child. Rogelio Elvis Ventura Ortley, 20, was arrested after an investigation by the Watertown Police Department into incidents reported in late December 2025.

Steve Jurrens
Jan 162 min read


Beebe Receives PREMIER President’s Award; Facilitates Donation to Beacon Center
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - During a recent year-end all-staff meeting, PREMIER Bankcard recognized outstanding leadership and community commitment, naming Breanna Beebe the recipient of the 2025 President’s Award. The honor highlights Beebe’s

Steve Jurrens
Dec 29, 20252 min read


Senator Glen Vilhauer Announces Bid for Reelection in District 5
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - State Senator Glen Vilhauer has officially announced his candidacy for reelection to the District 5 seat in the South Dakota State Senate.

Steve Jurrens
Dec 28, 20252 min read


Watertown School District Approves Agreement to Combine 2026 Election with County
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown School District (WSD) and Codington County have formally entered into a combined election agreement for the June 2, 2026, election and all subsequent elections on the first Tuesday in June. This decision standardizes the process for local elections and aligns the district with recent state legislation.

Steve Jurrens
Dec 8, 20252 min read


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