What the Helle with Ally Helle?! 📚 WATERTOWN COFFEE LOVERS & BOOKWORMS! ☕

🎶 Get ready for an evening of incredible harmonies, uplifting music, and plenty of laughs! 🎶

🎶 Get ready for an evening of incredible harmonies, uplifting music, and plenty of laughs! 🎶 In this fun interview, Julie Miller and Lori Fox stop by the studio to share the heartwarming story of how a winter trip led to bringing the award-winning Common Bond Quartet all the way from Ashland, Kentucky, right here to Watertown! Whether you love classic southern gospel, country gospel, or just enjoy great family-friendly entertainment and tight vocal harmonies, you won't want to miss this! Here is everything you need to know: 📅 When: Friday, July 22 at 7:00 PM 📍 Where: Mt. Olive Lutheran Church (715 2nd Ave NE, Watertown, SD) 🎟️ Cost: Absolutely FREE! (A free-will love offering will be taken to support the quartet's ministry). ☕ Bonus: Stick around after the concert for delicious homemade treats, refreshments, and wonderful community fellowship! Hit play to watch the interview and hear what makes this group so special—then tag who you’re bringing with you in the comments below! 👇✨https://www.mtolivewatertownsd.org/ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbmxPTDB5aHlMNmFWQXpzeHZIbUR6eDZOZlJOd3xBQ3Jtc0trTzRQN29zUUp3cDVRT3hReTJQRDJhLWZoSW10SDhUaElESTlPS0s5YWhMVkN2dVM5dW5QUkRkNjlfSXVjM2hpNG5HUVNQY285alRtR3N3QkEzV19TaF9md0ZvcTZaMkpXRng5d183aVFkTXh3azktbw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mtolivewatertownsd.org%2F&v=fv4S5vlQkZE]

LIVE w/ Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce - 7/14/26- www.watertownsd.com 🎉 Big News from the Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce! 🎉

LIVE w/ Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce - 7/14/26- www.watertownsd.com [https://www.watertownsd.com] 🎉 Big News from the Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce! 🎉 Catch this week's live interview on Northeast Radio SD with Ashley Johnson, the Chamber's Director of Community Engagement! 🎙️ Ashley dropped some major details about two incredible upcoming events you won’t want to miss: 🍷 12th Annual Wine Walk (Thursday, July 23rd) Sip, stroll, and discover! Sample from over 20+ wines at businesses across downtown Watertown. Grab your tickets now and get ready for a fun evening. 🥂 ✨ 2nd Annual Limitless Women’s Conference (Friday, August 4th) Calling all women ready to be inspired! Held at Lake Area Tech, this event is packed with incredible speakers, a panel of local experts, headshot sessions, and an amazing keynote from Lisa Brower—"What if you're already limitless?" 💫 Don't miss these amazing community events! Listen to the full interview for all the details on what's to come! #WatertownSD #WatertownChamber #CommunityEvents #WineWalk #LimitlessConference #WomenInBusiness #LocalFun

Northeast Radio SD News Recap for Monday, July 14, 2026

Key Regional News Stories Covered 1. Watertown "Rally Rush" Kickoff Watertown is preparing to welcome an influx of motorcycle riders traveling through eastern South Dakota along US Highway 212 and Interstate 29 heading toward the annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. The city is kicking off its seasonal "Rally Rush" hospitality initiatives to accommodate and welcome visiting bikers. 2. Hamlin County DUI Crash & Deputy Assault Law enforcement responded to a weekend incident near Lake Poinsett that resulted in the arrest of a woman from Hazel, SD. Following a vehicle crash involving driving under the influence, an altercation occurred where a Hamlin County Sheriff's deputy was injured while taking the suspect into custody. 3. Bluepeak Fiber Network Upgrades Telecommunications provider Bluepeak is beginning a major infrastructure upgrade across Watertown. The project involves expanding high-speed fiber internet access to additional residential and commercial neighborhoods, which may cause minor, localized utility work and traffic disruptions. 4. Downtown Road Closure for Hotel Construction City officials announced a temporary road closure along 2nd Street NE in Watertown. The closure is required to facilitate ongoing construction and essential utility tie-ins for the new downtown Airstay hotel project. 5. Super 8 Expansion Approved A local zoning and planning board officially approved conditional use permits for the Super 8 motel property in Watertown, clearing the way for planned building renovations and property expansion. 6. Brookings Hit-and-Run Investigation Police in Brookings are seeking information regarding a weekend hit-and-run property damage accident. A vehicle left the roadway and struck a neighborhood electrical utility box—causing localized damage and brief power interruptions—before fleeing the scene. 7. Major Hamlin County Poaching Case Concludes Five individuals have formally pleaded guilty in court regarding a major wildlife poaching investigation in Hamlin County. The case involved the illegal harvesting of game wildlife, with the defendants facing substantial court fines, civil restitution, and the revocation of their hunting privileges.

South Dakota United Spirit U16 just locked down the Regional Championship in Chicago and punched their ticket to NATIONALS! ⚽✈️

🏆 THEY DID IT! 🏆 South Dakota United Spirit U16 just locked down the Regional Championship in Chicago and punched their ticket to NATIONALS! ⚽✈️ Join us in the studio as we chat with head coach Chris Polorais, Brooklyn, Sophia, Ariana, and Elizabeth about what it takes to dominate on the field. From non-stop conditioning to custom "formations" (and maybe a little bit of the water cycle song 🌧️😂), these girls are the real deal. Drop a comment below to show your support for the team as they head to Denver to bring that national trophy home to South Dakota! 👇🎉 #SDUSpirit #RegionalChampions #RoadToNationals #SouthDakotaSoccer #ProudCoach #GirlPower #LiveRadio #WatertownSD

Northeast Radio SD News Recap for Thursday, July 9, 2026

Codington County Personnel & Operations Updates * Role Revision: The Codington County Commissioners approved a revised job description for the "Defense Support Coordinator" position (formerly known as the "Pre-Trial Case Manager"). The revision clarifies the position's duties in supporting court-appointed attorneys and corrects its status to non-exempt hourly. * Wage Scale Amendment: A new "Appraiser Assistant" position was officially added to the county wage scale. * HR Contract Renewal: The county renewed its Human Resources services contract for July 2026 through July 2027 at a flat monthly fee of $5,665, reflecting minor wording changes and a 3% rate increase. All related motions passed unanimously. Lake Kampeska Appraisal Support * Temporary Staffing: The county commission approved the temporary, part-time hiring of an appraiser assistant to ensure the Lake Kampeska appraisal stays on schedule. * Justification: Director of Equalization Shawna Constant noted that a recent resignation and an upcoming medical leave made it impractical to wait for a full-time replacement until after the state training school in September. The assistant will measure properties and assist with summer fieldwork at a rate of $18.68 per hour with no benefits. Grant Applications & Funding * Flood Mitigation Assistance: Codington County plans to apply for a Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA) grant to update its pre-disaster mitigation plan. Emergency Management Director Andrew Delgado noted that last year's attempt fell short due to tight deadlines and missing partner letters. The FMA program offers dedicated funding for planning, allowing the county to pursue the project with a local match of up to $5,000. Veteran Services Financial Success * Rising Claims: Veteran Service Officer Jay Roberts reported rising claims and significant financial gains for local veterans. The office currently manages 126 open claims, 49 pending VA actions, and has completed 155 this year. Retroactive payments increased by $82,674 in June, pushing the year-to-date total to $547,673. * Budget Decrease: Roberts presented a 2027 budget showing an 8.26% decrease, achieved by hiring a retiree with Tricare coverage and relocating the office to a smaller space. Projected revenue from Hamlin County and state reimbursement totals $17,813. County Gross Receipts Tax Proposal * Ordinance 83: The commission held its first reading of Ordinance 83, which proposes a 0.5% county gross receipts tax and a 0.5% use tax starting January 1, 2027. Commissioner Lee Gable read the ordinance in full, noting its purpose is to generate revenue while reducing county property taxes. The reading also covered collection procedures, penalties, and contract termination, with a second reading and possible adoption scheduled for a future meeting. Community Notices & Events * Office Closures: Several Codington County offices will close on Friday, July 10, from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM so employees can attend the funeral services of former deputy and long-time courthouse security officer Dave Curtis. Affected locations include the Sheriff's Office, Community Services, Clerk of Courts, Emergency Management, Register of Deeds, Treasurer, and Veteran Services. * Memorial Golf Tournament: Lake Area Technical College will host the Boulder Memorial Golf Tournament on Monday, July 13, at Prairie Winds Golf Club. The two-person "tin whistle" format fundraiser supports Boulder Memorial scholarships for the 2026–2027 academic year. Check-in begins at 10:30 AM, followed by an 11:30 AM Calcutta and a noon shotgun start. Pro shop gift certificates will be awarded in net and gross divisions.