Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Following the grant announcement at Sentry, Governor Larry Rhoden and GOED Commissioner Bill Even took a moment with Northeast Radio SD News broadcaster, Steve Jurrens, to discuss the values and vision driving South Dakota’s economic success. From the “Midwest work ethic” to a family farm legacy spanning 141 years, the conversation highlighted why South Dakota remains a premier destination for business.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - In a significant boost to regional economic growth, Governor Larry Rhoden announced a $500,000 grant from the state’s Future Fund to support infrastructure development at Watertown’s Calvin Industrial Park. The announcement was made during a gathering of state and local leaders at the Sentry facility, highlighting a unique multi-agency partnership dedicated to the city’s industrial expansion.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - As 2025 draws to a close, the Labor and Delivery team at Prairie Lakes Healthcare System is reflecting on a remarkably active year that saw the arrival of hundreds of new residents to the region.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown Figure Skate Club (WFSC) is entering its winter season with record-breaking growth and a new slate of national competitive opportunities. Coach Taylor Johnson recently joined Steve Jurrens and Dorene Foster on Northeast Radio SD to discuss the club’s transition to a year-round program and the upcoming “Learn to Skate” winter session.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Governor Larry Rhoden is scheduled to visit both Brookings and Watertown tomorrow, Tuesday, December 30, to deliver a pair of announcements expected to provide an essential boost to the regional and state economies.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - South Forty Specialties, a local leader in design-forward furniture and workspace solutions, has officially been named an Associate Sponsor of the 2026 Barrett-Jackson Cup. The competition will take place during the Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auction from Jan. 17–25 at WestWorld of Scottsdale.

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

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown Hockey Association (WHA) is set to honor the enduring legacy of one of its own during this year’s Mite Jamboree. The event will pay tribute to Chris Rieb, a former standout athlete whose passion for the sport continues to shape the local hockey community.

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.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - After a physically and emotionally grueling holiday season, the family of six-year-old Miriam Koska is celebrating a significant victory in her fight against metastatic neuroblastoma. Emily Koska shared in a recent update that Miriam completed a stem cell harvest this week, yielding results that far exceeded medical expectations.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown Shamrocks will be well-represented on the international stage this month as the 2026 IIHF World Junior Championships (WJC) begin this week in St. Paul, Minnesota.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Persona Triangle announced that Amber Dahl, Vice President of Human Resources, has been named the 2025 Northeast South Dakota SHRM HR Professional of the Year.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Watertown Fire Rescue responded Tuesday afternoon to a structure fire at Glacial Lakes Rubber and Plastic, located at 700 Pheasant Ridge Drive, after receiving the call at approximately 1:53 PM. Battalion 1, Engine 4, Engine 3, Medic 4, and Medic 3 were dispatched to the scene.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Community members have one week left to support local non-profits through the annual Christmas Tree Fundraiser at the Watertown Regional Library. Entering its final stretch, the event has already generated $6,041 in total donations as of the week four update.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Lake Area Technical College (LATC) is concluding a year of celebration, marking six decades of technical education and workforce development in South Dakota. Founded in 1965 as the state’s first technical college, the institution utilized 2025 to reflect on its legacy while reporting record-breaking momentum for the decade ahead.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - In a season defined by gratitude, a local family returned to the Watertown Police Department last night to offer a personal thank you to the team of first responders who saved their newborn son’s life.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The holiday spirit has been captured on film as the 2025 Virtual “Candy Cane Lane” Tour officially launched today, offering a digital front-row seat to the community’s most festive residential light displays.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - In today’s episode, we cover the finalization of 2026 labor agreements for Codington County’s law enforcement, a heart-warming milestone for a local holiday tradition, and the opening of winter sports registrations. We also review regional health data and significant updates from the Department of Justice.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Lake Area Technical College (LATC) and Avera announced a new partnership today to construct a state-of-the-art nursing simulation center at Pierre’s Capital City Campus.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Prairie Lakes Healthcare Foundation received a considerable boost this week as the Prairie Lakes Hospital Gift Shop announced a total donation of $24,000 for the 2025 calendar year.