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Federal Judge Blocks South Dakota Abortion Pill Advertising Ban, Citing First Amendment Concerns
Northeast Radio SD News – South Dakota - A federal judge has issued a preliminary injunction preventing South Dakota officials from enforcing a new state law that criminalizes the advertising of abortion-inducing drugs against a national reproductive health organization and a former state lawmaker.

Steve Jurrens
Jul 204 min read


Boys & Girls Club of Watertown Celebrates Hall of Fame Induction and Greater Midwest Board Honors
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Boys & Girls Club of Watertown is celebrating several major recognitions after this year’s Greater Midwest Area Council Conference, which brings together Club leaders from South Dakota, Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, and North Dakota.

Steve Jurrens
Jul 201 min read


Watertown Audiologist Dr. Todd Decker w/ Professional Hearing Marks 40 Years
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - As Professional Hearing Services celebrates its landmark 40th anniversary of serving Northeast South Dakota this month, lead audiologist Dr. Todd Decker is using the milestone to share an urgent message with the community: hearing health is fundamentally brain health.

Steve Jurrens
Jul 204 min read


Marco’s Pizza in Watertown Closes Suddenly; Employees Say They Were Given No Notice
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Marco’s Pizza has closed its Watertown location, according to multiple public social media posts from employees and customers reacting to the sudden shutdown.

Steve Jurrens
Jul 192 min read


Watertown Post 17 to Face Pierre Post 8 in South Dakota American Legion Baseball Super Regional
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The road to Rapid City will run through Hyde Stadium for Watertown Post 17. The 2026 Class A South Dakota American Legion Baseball Super Regional brackets were released Sunday, placing Watertown as the No. 10 seed and setting up a best‑of‑three showdown with No. 7 Pierre Post 8.

Steve Jurrens
Jul 192 min read


Watertown City Council to Vote on 2024 Residential Building Code Update Monday
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council will hold a second reading Monday on Ordinance No. 26‑18, which updates the city’s residential building standards from the 2018 International Residential Code (IRC) to the 2024 edition.

Steve Jurrens
Jul 191 min read


Watertown City Council to Vote on 2024 Building Code Update Monday
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council will take final action Monday on Ordinance No. 26‑19, which updates the city’s building regulations from the 2018 International Building Code (IBC) to the 2024 edition.

Steve Jurrens
Jul 191 min read


Watertown City Council to Vote on 2024 International Fire Code Update Monday
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council will hold a second reading Monday on Ordinance No. 26‑20, which updates the city’s fire code from the 2018 International Fire Code (IFC) to the 2024 edition.

Steve Jurrens
Jul 191 min read


Watertown City Council to Review Zoning Definition Updates for New Campus and Congregate Living Districts
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council will consider updates to the city’s zoning definitions on Monday as part of the first reading of Ordinance No. 26‑28, a text amendment to Chapter 21.90 Definitions.

Steve Jurrens
Jul 181 min read


Watertown City Council to Consider New Campus District Zoning for Medical and Educational Development
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - A major zoning update aimed at supporting future medical and educational campus development will go before the Watertown City Council Monday night for its first reading.

Steve Jurrens
Jul 182 min read


Watertown City Council to Consider Hotel Rezoning Near Highway 81
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - A proposal to rezone a long‑established hotel property on the city’s southeast side will come before the Watertown City Council Monday night for its first reading.

Steve Jurrens
Jul 182 min read


Watertown City Council to Review 2026 Budget Ordinance With $781K in Capital Improvements
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD – The Watertown City Council will take up Ordinance No. 26‑23 on Monday night, a measure that updates the city’s 2026 budget to address departmental needs and authorize several line‑item transfers across the General Fund, Capital Improvement Fund, and Solid Waste Fund.

Steve Jurrens
Jul 181 min read


Watertown Seeks State Funding for Lake Kampeska Bridge Replacement Study
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - A resolution authorizing the City of Watertown to apply for state bridge improvement funding will appear on Monday night’s City Council consent agenda, advancing early‑stage work on a deteriorating bridge near Lake Kampeska.

Steve Jurrens
Jul 181 min read


Watertown City Council to Consider $438K John Deere Landfill Dozer Purchase
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council will take up a routine but notable equipment purchase Monday night as part of its consent agenda: a bid award for a new John Deere 850 P landfill dozer for the city’s Solid Waste Division.

Steve Jurrens
Jul 181 min read


Watertown Sales Tax Collections Rise in 2026, BBB Revenue Jumps 10.53%
Watertown’s sales tax collections for the first six months of 2026 continue to trend upward, according to the city’s latest Sales Tax Comparison History report. Year‑to‑date figures show increases across the 1st Penny General Fund, 2nd Penny Capital Fund, and BBB (Bed, Board & Booze) tax, reflecting continued economic activity through mid‑year.
1st Penny – General Fund Up 4.23% Year‑to‑Date
The city has collected $4,515,242 in first‑penny revenue so far in 2026, compa

Steve Jurrens
Jul 172 min read


Watertown Street Reconstruction Update: 3rd Street NW Closure Begins July 20 as 5th Avenue North Work Continues
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The City of Watertown Public Works Department is advising drivers of new traffic changes tied to ongoing 2026 street reconstruction projects.

Steve Jurrens
Jul 171 min read


Building Community: Introducing the Harmony View Development! 🏡
We recently had a great conversation with Seth Fryer from Seppanen Contracting Inc. on Northeast Radio SD to discuss their exciting new residential housing project, Harmony View.

Steve Jurrens
Jul 162 min read


Watertown Man Sentenced to Prison After Guilty Pleas in Child Sex Offense Case
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - A Watertown man has been sentenced to prison after pleading guilty to multiple child sex offenses, according to Codington County court records.

Steve Jurrens
Jul 161 min read


Watertown Rallies Around Samantha Bruns With Fundraisers, Bake Sale and GoFundMe for Mayo Clinic Recovery
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - WATERTOWN, S.D. — The Watertown community is mobilizing in a major way to support Samantha “Sam” Bruns, a Special Olympics athlete, artist, and beloved local resident who is currently hospitalized at the Mayo Clinic due to complications from a rare chromosomal disorder. As her condition rapidly declined, Sam was admitted for intensive testing and treatment, prompting a wave of fundraising events and community‑driven support efforts ac

Steve Jurrens
Jul 163 min read


Kayak Around Kampeska Returns July 25 in Watertown with Rotary-Led Community Paddle
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Rotary Club of Watertown will host its annual Kayak Around Kampeska community paddle on Saturday, July 25, inviting residents of all skill levels to enjoy a morning on Lake Kampeska while connecting with fellow outdoor enthusiasts. The event runs from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., launching from Stokes Thomas Park.

Steve Jurrens
Jul 162 min read



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