Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council will hold the first reading of an ordinance on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, that aims to streamline how the city maintains its official corporate boundaries.

Northeast Radio SD News - Henry, SD - The National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) Dakota Prairies Chapter 394 recently hosted its anniversary banquet, celebrating two years of immense growth and community impact while engaging in a candid discussion about the future of the construction workforce.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The candidates for the 2026 Snow Queen Festival have been officially announced, kicking off a cherished local tradition that celebrates and develops young future community leaders. The festival, which culminates in a grand coronation, is also a significant scholarship competition.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council is scheduled to vote on a final change order for the 2024 Park and Recreation Improvements-Sign Project (Project No. 2409-A) at its meeting on Wednesday, November 19, 2025. The resolution, which staff recommends for approval, finalizes the scope of work with Mack Landscaping and Irrigation and confirms that the project will be completed with an improved aesthetic, all while remaining under its allocated budg

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council is scheduled to vote as part of the consent agenda on an Addendum to the Airline Transportation System Lease Agreement with SkyWest Airlines Inc. during its upcoming meeting on Wednesday, November 19, 2025. The proposed amendment is intended to clarify the terms for SkyWest's use of space within the Watertown Regional Airport terminal.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council is slated to vote on authorizing an application for a Local Infrastructure Improvement Program (LIIP) Grant of up to $500,000 for the new lift station and sanitary sewer line at Calvin Industrial Park Second Addition. The action is included in the consent agenda for the November 19, 2025, City Council meeting.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council is set to review the promotion of Dave Greenman to Superintendent at Prairie Lakes Wellness Center (PLWC) during its meeting on Wednesday, November 19. The action is listed on the City Council's consent agenda, which often includes routine items expected to pass without separate discussion.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Watertown Fire Rescue successfully managed an incident at a local apartment building on the evening of November 14 after residents reported a strong odor, initially feared to be a gas leak.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - A Harrisburg man has died from injuries sustained in a single-vehicle motorcycle crash that occurred two miles south of Watertown on Wednesday evening, November 5, 2025.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Forty-five recruits representing 31 different law enforcement agencies across South Dakota are graduating this Friday from the state’s Basic Law Enforcement Certification Course  in Pierre. Among the graduates of the 198th class is Michael Fedt , who will join the Watertown Police Department . The 13-week training program, overseen by the South Dakota Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI), is required for students to become fully q

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The federal criminal case against Jeffrey Allen Koistinen in the U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona has been postponed, with both the trial and a critical evidence hearing now rescheduled for early 2026.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown Police Department (WPD) announced the launch of a new citywide mental health and wellness initiative today, titled the “Are You OK?” awareness campaign.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The City of Watertown has announced the final operational dates for the 4th Avenue Yard Waste Drop-Off Site, set to close after Wednesday, November 26, 2025, assuming favorable weather conditions. Residents are urged to use the site soon, as early winter weather could necessitate an earlier closure.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown School Board addressed several key action items at its recent meeting, approving various policies, authorizing new positions, and accepting changes to food service titles.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown School District is performing above state averages in key achievement metrics, demonstrating student progress in core subjects and high on-time graduation rates.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - While many City of Watertown staff members wear standard uniforms, a unique team of employees relies on fur, feathers, and a knack for spreading smiles to do their jobs. A recent spotlight from the City highlights four of Watertown’s most recognizable and engaging "workers," each contributing to the community in their own distinct way.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown Figure Skating Club (WFSC) returned from the Granite City Classic in St. Cloud, Minnesota, with an impressive medal haul and three new qualifications for the 2026 National Showcase competition. Competing against a deep field of skaters from across the country, the ten Advanced Team skaters from Watertown delivered an exceptional series of performances this past weekend.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - A Harrisburg, South Dakota, man died Friday, November 7, from injuries sustained in a single-vehicle motorcycle crash that occurred late Thursday evening approximately two miles south of Watertown.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - South Dakota Secretary of State Monae L. Johnson announced that Ayden Calvert has been selected as the recipient of the state’s 2025 John Lewis Youth Leadership Award. The award recognizes a young leader who has demonstrated an exceptional commitment to civic engagement, community service, and integrity across South Dakota.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Between Dec. 2025 and March 2026, South Dakota State University Extension is hosting Sustaining the Legacy conferences in Winner, Mitchell, Aberdeen, and Watertown.