Jim Entenman, a true icon in the South Dakota and national motorcycling scene, has been fueling his passion for over 45 years.
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Your support will help us champion excellence like never before. Hear from CEO Laurie Becvar as she shares how you can help make a difference.
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Gary Conradi recently joined South Dakota Hall of Fame Board Director Steve Flanery to discuss his legacy and contributions to the state he loves.
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As we continue to foster a culture of excellence, we’ve seen time and again how community engagement transforms lives.
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Former three-term U.S. Senator and five-term U.S. Representative Tim Johnson passed away Tuesday, October 8 in Sioux Falls, South Dakota at the age of 77.
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what does it mean to nominate a champion of South Dakota? What does it look like to champion a culture of excellence?
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Dr. Robert Arnio was inducted into the South Dakota Hall of Fame in 2023 for his work improving access to mental health services and changing lives in South Dakota.
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'Dirty Jobs' star, skilled trade advocate praises scholarship program as a national leader.
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John Barlow, a 2016 Inductee of the South Dakota Hall of Fame passed away on Friday, September 20, 2024, in Rapid City.
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Dave Rozenboom has been named the 2024 Distinguished Alumni Award recipient, recognizing his exceptional career in banking, commitment to serving the community, and embodiment of Dordt's Reformed worldview.
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The Class of 2024 Honors Ceremony was an unforgettable celebration, marking both the induction of 10 remarkable individuals and the 50th Anniversary of our organization.
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South Dakota State University might look a lot different if Peggy Miller had been three inches taller.
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The passing of 2018 Inductee Raymond Peterson, known as “Mr. South Dakota,” was announced on Tuesday, August 27, 2024.
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We couldn’t uplift excellence without the support of our amazing donors who provide charitable gifts and those who exclusively sponsor select events.
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Gary Mule Deer’s combination of comedy and music has set him apart as one-of-a-kind. Gary Mule Deer is slated to perform at the Grand Ole Opry House on September 7, 2024, at 9:30 pm CT
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Every year the South Dakota Hall of Fame hosts two exciting charity auctions to support our mission to Honor, Inspire, Preserve, and Educate others about the rich histories of excellence in South Dakota and beyond.
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1994 Inductee Lyle E. Schroeder of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, August 13, 2024, at Ava’s Hospice House, with his family by his side. Lyle was 89.
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David Geisler, owner of the roadside attraction, passed away in May
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Inductees of the South Dakota Hall of Fame come from all walks of life and have made an indelible mark on the state.
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This July, we championed a culture of excellence in the name of education, coming together with some amazing teachers during our first Legends and Learning Leadership Graduate Course.
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