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📻 Northeast Radio SD News Update: Wednesday, June 17, 2026 Good morning! Here is your daily local and state news recap from Northeast Radio SD News, anchored by Steve Jurrens. 🏊‍♂️ Summer Fun at the Pool The second annual community swim night is taking place this Friday, June 19th. The event runs from 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Watertown Family Aquatic Center. Sponsored by Midco and the Watertown...

🎙️ Community Spotlight: Head Start & Codington Connects! We recently had a fantastic time on Northeast Radio SD discussing the vital early childhood resources available right here in our community. Sara Foust, President of the Codington Connects Board, was joined in the studio by Head Start Family Service Specialists Alana Huck and T’ana Novy to break down everything families need to know. Par...

🐞 Join Us for a Special "Little Bug Earns Her Spots" Event! 🐞 We recently had a wonderful conversation on Northeast Radio SD with Julianne Endres, Rebecca Hall, and Julie Ranum about an incredible book and an even more amazing cause! The Story Behind the Spots Little Bug Earns Her Spots is a children's book that grew from a touching friendship with a little girl named Emily Holt. Emily loved lad...

💇‍♀️ Big Milestones & Celebrations for Prestige Salon! 💇‍♀️ We just caught an amazing interview with news broadcaster Steve Jurrens, Tim Sheean (CEO of the Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce) on Northeast Radio SD, along with salon manager Nikki Schuesler and cosmetologist Ashley Veen. They shared some incredible history and a sneak peek into a massive celebration you won't want to miss! 🎉...

🗞️ Your Live Northeast Radio SD News Recap for Tuesday, June 16th, 2026! 🗞️ Here is what you missed this morning with Steve Jurrens: 🦺 14th Avenue NW Bridge Set to Reopen After months of anticipation, the 14th Avenue NW bridge over the Big Sioux River is finally reopening to traffic tomorrow! The Project: Led by Grand Guard Construction of Watertown, the $2 million bridge replacement project bega...

🗞️ Your Live Northeast Radio SD News Recap for Monday, June 15th, 2026! 🗞️ Here is what you missed this morning with Steve Jurrens: 🦪 Zebra Mussels Confirmed in Bitter Lake South Dakota Game, Fish, and Parks (GFP) has confirmed the presence of invasive zebra mussels in Bitter Lake. This marks a critical time for boaters to be extra vigilant, as the mussels are microscopic and highly spreadable du...

We had an absolute blast talking to Coach Taylor Johnson and skater Dasia Woertink in our latest live stream. They shared what it takes to excel on the ice, the dedication behind the routines, and what the club is currently working on. Whether you're a seasoned skater or just love watching the grace of the sport, you won't want to miss this conversation! Hit the link to listen to the replay, and l...

🎉 40 YEARS of building our community! 🏗️ We were absolutely thrilled to sit down with Julie Kneeland to celebrate a massive milestone for the Watertown Area Home Builders Association! For four decades, WABA has been a cornerstone of local development, championing builders and trades professionals who quite literally shape the place we call home. In this interview, Julie reflects on the associatio...

LIVE w/ Angie Collignon - Substance Use and Justice Programs Coordinator for Codington County - 6/10/26 Codington Connects In our latest community spotlight, we had an important and insightful conversation with Angie Collignon, the Substance Use and Justice Programs Coordinator for Codington County. 🤝 Angie breaks down the essential work being done to bridge the gap between the justice system and...

LIVE w/ Jerod Jordan at Joy Ranch of SD 🐴 It’s going to be a summer to remember! We went live to talk all things Joy Ranch and get the inside scoop on the amazing Young Timber Camp! 🌲✨ Whether it's building confidence, making lifelong friends, or just enjoying the great outdoors, this camp offers an unforgettable experience for the kids. If you missed our live chat, you can catch the replay to...

🚀 Turning Frustrations into Fortune: Insights from Dr. Melissa Meidinger! 💡 Have you ever been frustrated by a bad customer experience and thought, "I could do this better"? We had an absolutely brilliant conversation on Northeast Radio SD with Dr. Melissa Meidinger, Regional Director of the Watertown Small Business Development Center (SBDC), and she says that exact frustration might be your nex...

LIVE w/ Tim Sheehan of Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce 🎙️ Chamber Updates, Walk-up Songs, & Ribbon Cuttings with Tim Sheehan! ✂️🎀 We had an amazing time on Northeast Radio SD chatting with Tim Sheehan, President and CEO of the Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce! Between figuring out Tim’s official radio "walk-up song" (Van Halen's Right Now is a strong contender 🎸) and breaking down the e...

🎓 LATC Breaks Records: Lake Area Technical College celebrates a record-breaking graduating class of 883 students and an incredible 99.8% job placement rate for the class of 2025. Graduates are seeing excellent financial returns, with an average starting wage over $57,000 a year! ⭐ Presidential Scholar: Watertown High School graduate Whitney Martinsen is recognized by the school board as a 2026 U...

Local Government & Development Drainage Pond Approval: The Watertown Planning Commission unanimously approved vacating a 14,430-square-foot strip of unimproved right-of-way. This allows Jeffrey and Sandra Stoddam to construct a private detention pond between an abandoned rail corridor and the Watertown Development Company addition to address local drainage issues. Prairie Haven Phase II TIF Di...

Are you ready to let your creativity flow? 🎙️ We had a blast sitting down with Ralph Wamsher and Lawrence Diggs to talk all things Northern Prairie Arts! From upcoming barn quilt classes to their massive "Arts Night at the Pub" (with Lawrence himself presenting!), NPA is on a mission to bring more artistic expression to the Watertown area. They are breaking down the barriers to entry, showing that...

How well do you really know the history of Codington County? 🎙️ Christy Lickei, Executive Director of the Codington County Heritage Museum, joins the show to share the exciting updates happening right in our own backyard! From the massive success of their new online photo archives to their upcoming historic walking tours, the Heritage Museum is making our local history more accessible than ever. C...

EVENT OUTDATES on JUNE 11, 2026- Did you know that a staggering 65% of businesses still experience check fraud? From AI impersonations to compromised emails and fake invoices, the financial threats to local businesses are getting more sophisticated every single day. Join us as Andrea Spilde, Senior Cash Management Officer at Minnwest Bank, and local detectives host a FREE Fraud Prevention Seminar!...

Dairypalooza: Your Watertown Chamber Update!  What is the secret to a thriving local business community?  We are joined by Tim Sheehan, President of the Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce, and McKenzie Ries, Director of Agriculture, to dive into their latest initiatives. We cover the incredible success of "DairyPalooza" in educating our youth, the upcoming ribbon cuttings, and the Chamber's unique...

We are thrilled to highlight Hank Roso and the incredible, enduring mission of Midwest Bible Camp! Rooted in a vision that started all the way back in 1954, they have been offering completely free summer camp experiences for children since 1967. Thanks to generous donors, passionate volunteers, and their famous community fundraisers, they ensure no child is ever turned away due to a lack of financ...

Real results for Watertown always beat outside political rhetoric! 🏛️❌ Senator Glen Vilhauer for State Senate recently joined Northeast Radio SD to cut through the campaign noise and talk about what matters most: standing up for District 5. When outside special interest groups try to use cherry-picked "scorecards" to distort the truth, look at the real facts on the ground. Senator Vilhauer has co...

Actions speak louder than campaign promises! 📢 Rep. Josephine Garcia for District 5 recently sat down with Tonchi Weaver from South Dakota Citizens for Liberty on Northeast Radio SD to discuss why legislative scorecards are the ultimate tool for voter transparency. As Rep. Garcia rightly points out, a voting record isn't opinion—it’s fact. Either a legislator stands up for the South Dakota Consti...

🗳️ Standing Up for District 5: Public Service Over Politics! 🗳️ We are in the home stretch of the campaign, and Senator Glen Vilhauer is focusing on exactly what matters: Truth, Transparency, and Community. While outside political circles try to spread rumors, Glen is setting the record straight. He has spent his legislative career fighting for the values that keep South Dakota strong: ✅ Balanced...

Defending Our Farms or Funding Fake Meat? 🥩🌾 South Dakota's agricultural heritage is on the line. In a recent exclusive interview on Northeast Radio SD, Representatives Julie Auch and Josephine Garcia sounded the alarm on the rise of cell-cultivated "fake meat" and the legislative battle over HB 1077. According to the statements, did you know that a multinational corporation actively investing i...

🎙️ The Final Stretch: Senator Steph Sauder Talks Elections, Economic Growth, and Protecting Our Future! 🎙️ With the June 2nd primary just around the corner, we sat down with District 4 Senator Steph Sauder for a must-watch interview! We covered everything from election integrity to her vision for South Dakota’s economic development. Key highlights from the interview: • 🗳️ Voting is crucial: Senato...

LIVE w/ SD District 4 Rep. Kent Roe - www.kentroeforlhouse.com 🎙️ Catch up on the latest from SD District 4! 🎙️ Representative Kent Roe recently sat down with Northeast Radio SD to discuss his re-election campaign and the key issues facing our rural communities as we head toward the June 2nd primary. In this great conversation, Kent breaks down his legislative record and what he's fighting for in...