When Dave Nuenke lost his home to fire on a cold February morning, the community of Newell came to his rescue. An outpouring of care came from neighbors and friends, which included getting Dave into a new home promptly with heat, stove, and a refrigerator. People brought food and supplies and ensured his needs were met.
Read MoreThe South Dakota Hall of Fame recognized the Veterans Honor Guard of Spearfish, South Dakota with a 2023 Act of Excellence Award celebrating the stellar work of the group. This past year, the Guard provided honors at 85 funerals, and honors at an additional 28 events. The Guard provides Memorial Day Services to 5 area cemeteries on Memorial Day.
Read MoreThe South Dakota Hall of Fame recognized the Veterans Honor Guard of Sturgis, South Dakota with a 2023 Act of Excellence Award celebrating the stellar work of the group. The Sturgis Honor Guard was established in 1948, and has been active since. As of 1995, the Guard has provided honors for 5,365 funerals. Laurie Becvar, CEO of the SD Hall of Fame shared, “This is over 190 funerals each year, which is simply amazing!”
Read MoreThere are so many wonderful moments that occur at our Honors Ceremony weekends–from fantastic speeches to beautiful cultural moments. Take a look back on some memorable moments with us.
Read MoreOn the evening of Thursday, March 30th, Laurie Becvar, CEO of the SD Hall of Fame, and Brad Haupt, Board Director of Rapid City presented the Moose Lodge of Rapid City with its prestigious Act of Excellence Award for their work with bringing Hot Wheels fun to people of all ages and for donating proceeds to other great causes in the community.
Read MoreOn the afternoon of Thursday, March 30, 2023, the South Dakota Hall of Fame took delight in honoring the Rock School Music Program in Rapid City with an Act of Excellence Award for its work for over 20 years in Music.
Read MoreThe South Dakota Hall of Fame’s Visitor & Education Center is excited to offer artists state wide the opportunity to participate in our 2023 art show, promoting artistic excellence in South Dakota.
Read MoreThrough its Gives Back Grant Program, POET recently provided the SD Hall of Fame base financial support to update its Legends and Learning Program towards inspiring youth and handing down knowledge to the next generation.
Read MoreDid you know that March is National Disabilities Awareness Month? We are honored to share the legacies of a diverse group of Inductees.
Read MoreFebruary 28th is National Science Day, and we love the opportunity to share some of the amazing Inductees here at the South Dakota Hall of Fame who have made a huge impact in STEM across the state.
Read MoreFormer U.S. Senator James Abourezk has died. He was born on February 24, 1931, at home in Wood, South Dakota, and died on February 24, 2023, at home in Sioux Falls, SD.
Read MoreSouth Dakota Hall of Fame 1987 Inductee Adeline Gnirk had a love for writing, and a drive to tell the collective story of the place she called home.
Read MoreMark Shlanta (1965–2022) was inducted into the South Dakota Hall of Fame in 2022 for his life’s work in the telecommunications industry in South Dakota.
Read MoreOur stories shape our legacies and form bridges between generations. Every single South Dakota Hall of Fame Inductee has a story to tell. But some inductees have shaped their lives around the art of storytelling in its many forms.
Read MoreDr. Charles and Kathie Hart have given back to South Dakota in more ways than one, and their devotion to continue giving back isn’t stopping any time soon.
Read More2015 Inductee Craig Lloyd’s creativity, vision, tenacity, and resilience have led to Lloyd Companies being considered a market leader in eastern South Dakota, and he has provided countless opportunities to others.
Read Moreit is our mission to champion a culture of excellence with the hope that we will inspire future leaders across the state. So what does it mean to be a champion of excellence in South Dakota?
Read More2016 Inductee Robert (Bob) Burns made a massive impact on the State of South Dakota and joined Miles Beacom to talk about his legacy in higher education.
Read MoreIn 2022, we were saddened by the loss of some extraordinary individuals who have been inducted into the South Dakota Hall of Fame. They lived inspiring lives that exemplified excellence, and we feel truly honored to acknowledge and share their legacies with you here.
Read MoreThe longtime CEO at Yankton’s First Dakota National Bank is retiring as of this Friday.
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