Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown School Board received one of its most comprehensive academic briefings of the year Monday night, as Curriculum Director Trisha Walker delivered an in‑depth update on the district’s curriculum revisions, summer work, and instructional changes set to launch this fall.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown School Board approved several property‑related items Monday night, including a contingency increase for the Ag Commodities Trading Lab, a construction change order, and new simulation mannequins for both the Nursing and Surgical Technology programs. All items were presented under Agenda Item 4.2 – Property by LATC President Tiffany Sanderson.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - With classes set to begin August 24, the Watertown School Board moved through a series of personnel actions Monday night, approving resignations, contract recommendations, and a key hiring authorization for the college’s newly accredited Dental Hygiene program.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown School Board has been selected as the recipient of the 2026 Associated School Boards of South Dakota (ASBSD) School Board Award of Excellence, recognizing the board’s exemplary leadership and commitment to student achievement across the district.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - After weeks of public discussion and parent concern, the Watertown School Board voted Monday night to approve new pickup and drop‑off locations for five out‑of‑district school districts that bus students into Watertown. The decision formally ends the use of the Boys & Girls Club as a drop‑off site for Florence, Henry, and Waverly–South Shore buses.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Lake Area Technical College Foundation has announced the return of the Feuerstein Series, a long‑running community seminar established in 2000 by Lew Feuerstein, family, and friends in memory of his late wife, Dee Feuerstein. Dee, a well‑known Watertown educator and businesswoman, is remembered for her commitment to personal growth, leadership, and community service. Although Lew passed away in April 2023, the beloved series conti

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - With summer in full swing and students soon returning to school, AAA is reminding South Dakotans to prioritize bicycle and e‑bike safety as riding activity increases across neighborhoods, trails, and school routes.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - More than 80 women gathered Thursday at the Redlin Art Center Pavilion for the Watertown Area Community Foundation’s annual Women & Giving Coffee & Conversations, an event designed to connect supporters directly with local nonprofits and scholarship recipients.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Support is growing for a Watertown family displaced after an early‑morning house fire Monday on 2nd Street NW. A GoFundMe has been launched to assist Dillon and Doreen Root and their children as they face months of repairs and recovery.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown School Board will revisit transportation arrangements for out‑of‑district students tonight, following weeks of questions from parents after the district informed neighboring schools they could no longer use the Boys & Girls Club as an after‑school drop‑off site.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - wo standout Watertown Post 17 players have been selected to the 2026 South Dakota American Legion Baseball All‑State Teams, earning recognition from coaches across the state after exceptional summer seasons.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Agwrx Cooperative has awarded $10,000 in donations to support local 4‑H youth programs across the region, reinforcing the cooperative’s commitment to rural communities and the families who participate in county fair traditions each summer.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Watertown Fire Rescue responded to a residential structure fire at 414 2nd St. NW early Monday morning, after a 2:00 a.m. report of smoke and flames coming from a two‑story single‑family home.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown Figure Skate Club closed out an unforgettable week at the 2026 U.S. Figure Skating National Showcase with a historic national title, multiple podium finishes, and a long list of Top‑10 national placements across individual, trio, duet, comedic, character, and production events.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The next AARP “Smart Driver” senior refresher course will be held Thursday, September 3, 2026, at the Watertown Police Department, according to updated information provided to Northeast Radio SD.

Northeast Radio SD News – Hayti, SD - A juvenile sustained minor injuries Tuesday evening after losing control of a motorcycle on South Dakota Highway 21, according to the Hamlin County Sheriff’s Office.

Northeast Radio SD News – Castlewood, SD - An electrical fire at Tables Steakhouse prompted a rapid emergency response and the evacuation of several patrons Friday evening, according to the Hamlin County Sheriff’s Office.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Watertown Fire Rescue responded Friday evening to a reported house fire north of town, arriving to find flames coming from the front door of a vacant farmhouse at 16227 456th Avenue. The call came in at approximately 8:00 p.m. on August 7.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown Board of Adjustment unanimously approved a side yard setback variance on Thursday for a historic South Lake Drive home, allowing the homeowner to rebuild and upgrade a deteriorating three-season room.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown Board of Adjustment voted 5–1 on Thursday to approve a variance allowing a large combined residential structure and attached garage on North Lake Drive, while simultaneously acknowledging potential gaps in city zoning code.