Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - A stalled vehicle triggered a large multi-car pileup on Interstate 29 late Friday night, sending one person to the hospital and leaving three vehicles heavily damaged.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Salvation Army of Watertown served 444 new clients in 2025, driven by the support of 879 volunteers who contributed more than 11,236 hours. Led locally by Corps Officers Captains Dennis and Kelly Jolly, the organization provides holistic emergency assistance and social services to Codington and surrounding counties, including Clark, Deuel, Grant, and Hamlin.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown Area Community Foundation (WACF) has announced a transition in its leadership, with the Board of Directors electing Tom Beadnell as Chair and Julie Ranum as Vice Chair.

Northeast Radio SD News - Yankton, SD - A Watertown man faces up to 50 years in prison following his conviction Friday in connection with an officer-involved shooting that took place in the parking lot of Yankton High School last December.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - A Watertown woman was sentenced to prison Wednesday following a series of felony charges involving the distribution and possession of child pornography, as well as criminal solicitation.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The North American Hockey League (NAHL) has officially announced the rosters for the 2026 Top Prospects Tournament, and the Watertown Shamrocks will be well-represented. Five players from the Shamrocks organization—Zach Boren, Joe Rice, Jordan Gudridge, Mason Gudridge, and Justin Bartley—have been selected to compete in the prestigious league showcase.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Heartland Lawn Care, Inc., the local force behind TruGreen services in Pierre, Aberdeen, and Watertown, has officially been named the 2025 TruGreen Franchise of the Year. This national award recognizes the top-performing franchise from a pool of 36 locations nationwide.

Northeast Radio SD News - Yankton, SD - Testimony began Monday in the trial of Andrew Lee Jondahl, a 41-year-old Watertown man facing multiple felony charges stemming from a December 2024 officer-involved shooting at Yankton High School.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The City of Watertown’s sales tax collections continue to show growth, posting an overall increase of 6.11% through the first 11 months of 2025 compared to the previous year.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The South Dakota Highway Patrol has announced it will conduct sobriety checkpoints in 15 different counties throughout February.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown Figure Skate Club is celebrating a massive victory this week after bringing home over 30 gold medals from the Ice Palace competition in Mitchell.

Vincent A. (Vince) Foley was selected for induction in the “Builder” category. Foley practices law in Watertown and serves as a part-owner of the Watertown Shamrocks junior hockey team.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The 4th Annual Day of Development is set to return to the Goss Opera House on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, bringing together professionals from across the region for a day of networking, culture building, and community recognition.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - One person was hospitalized with serious injuries following a two-vehicle collision Tuesday morning at the intersection of B Avenue and 18th Street NE.

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 Fire Rescue (WFR) team gathered on January 23 to recognize the dedication, professionalism, and selfless service of its members at the department’s annual awards banquet.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown Area United Way has announced that registration is officially open for the Spring 2026 season of Girls on the Run (GOTR).

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown School District 14-4 has announced its annual staff awards, recognizing outstanding leadership and long-term dedication within the school system.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - As the pace of the 101st South Dakota Legislative Session quickens, State Senator Glen Vilhauer (District 5) reports a week defined by significant moves in rural healthcare funding, consumer protection measures regarding hemp products, and a rare constitutional dispute regarding tie votes in the Senate.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The local chapter of the Knights of Columbus hosted the 2026 Basketball Free Throw Championship on Sunday, Jan. 25, at the Watertown Middle School.