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A Celebration of Legacy: Homecoming Social at the 2025 Honors Ceremony
Blog, Honors CeremonySarah MillerJuly 16, 2025
Steve Hildebrand and Promising Futures Fund  Receives Acts of Excellence Award
Steve Hildebrand and Promising Futures Fund Receives Acts of Excellence Award

On June 25, 2025, Steve Hildebrand and Promising Futures Fund officially received their Acts of Excellence award in a public ceremony in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

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Acts of Excellence, NewsSarah MillerJuly 9, 2025
Volunteers of America, Dakotas Receives Acts of Excellence Award
Volunteers of America, Dakotas Receives Acts of Excellence Award

On June 24, 2025, Volunteers of America, Dakotas officially received their Acts of Excellence award in a ceremony in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

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Acts of Excellence, NewsSarah MillerJuly 9, 2025
Western legacy comes to life in Wessington Springs
Western legacy comes to life in Wessington Springs

After more than a decade of planning and fundraising, the Kyle Evans Western Heritage Center in Wessington Springs opened its doors.

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News, Legacies of Achievement, Inductee NewsKelsey StineJuly 9, 2025
Explore the Legacy of South Dakota’s Nine Native Nations in Our New Exhibit
Explore the Legacy of South Dakota’s Nine Native Nations in Our New Exhibit

The South Dakota Hall of Fame is proud to announce a new exhibit, The Legacy of South Dakota’s Nine Native Nations, coming soon.

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BlogSarah MillerJuly 2, 2025
Country Tractor Run Receives Acts of Excellence Award
Country Tractor Run Receives Acts of Excellence Award

On June 21, 2025, Country Tractor Run officially received its Acts of Excellence award in a public ceremony in New Effington, South Dakota.

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Acts of Excellence, NewsSarah MillerJune 24, 2025
Coteau Prairie Master Gardeners Receives Acts of Excellence Award
Coteau Prairie Master Gardeners Receives Acts of Excellence Award

On June 19, 2025, Coteau Prairie Master Gardeners (CPMG) officially received their Acts of Excellence award in an award ceremony in Watertown, South Dakota. 

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Acts of Excellence, NewsSarah MillerJune 24, 2025
Introducing a New Induction Category: The Historical Figure
Introducing a New Induction Category: The Historical Figure

This year, as we prepare to celebrate the Class of 2025, we’re proud to introduce a meaningful new way to honor South Dakota’s history–the Historical Figure category.

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Blog, Honors CeremonySarah MillerJune 24, 2025
Good News: Coteau Prairie Master Gardeners and Boys & Girls Club of Watertown Honored with South Dakota Acts of Excellence Award
Good News: Coteau Prairie Master Gardeners and Boys & Girls Club of Watertown Honored with South Dakota Acts of Excellence Award

{KXLG – Watertown, SD} The Coteau Prairie Master Gardeners and the Boys & Girls Club of Watertown were jointly recognized today with the prestigious South Dakota Acts of Excellence Award.

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News, Legacies of Achievement, Inductee NewsKelsey StineJune 19, 2025
Hyde County Parks and Recreation Receive Acts of Excellence Award
Hyde County Parks and Recreation Receive Acts of Excellence Award

On June 13, 2025, Hyde County Parks and Recreation officially received its Acts of Excellence award in a public ceremony in Highmore, South Dakota.

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Acts of Excellence, NewsSarah MillerJune 18, 2025
Hyde County Parks and Rec receives 2025 Acts of Excellence Award
Hyde County Parks and Rec receives 2025 Acts of Excellence Award

Hyde County Parks and Recreation officially received its Acts of Excellence award from the South Dakota Hall of Fame during a public ceremony Friday (June 13, 2025) in Highmore.

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News, Legacies of Achievement, Inductee NewsKelsey StineJune 14, 2025
Supporting a Legacy of Excellence–The Comprehensive Campaign
Supporting a Legacy of Excellence–The Comprehensive Campaign

The South Dakota Hall of Fame has embarked on the Legacy of Excellence Comprehensive Campaign to preserve a culture of excellence for generations to come.

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BlogSarah MillerJune 10, 2025
Remembering 2019 Inductee Reuben Bareis
Remembering 2019 Inductee Reuben Bareis

The South Dakota Hall of Fame extends our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of 2019 Inductee Reuben Bareis, who passed away on April 30, 2024.

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Champion of Excellence, Legacies of Achievement, News, Inductee NewsKelsey StineJune 9, 2025
Al Schoeneman: A life of lumber and philanthropy
Al Schoeneman: A life of lumber and philanthropy

After more than 50 years in the lumber business, Al Schoeneman has decided to call it quits.

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News, Legacies of Achievement, Inductee NewsKelsey StineMay 26, 2025
Kay Riordan Steuerwald: A Visionary’s Legacy at Mount Rushmore
Kay Riordan Steuerwald: A Visionary’s Legacy at Mount Rushmore

Kay Riordan Steuerwald, a trailblazing figure in South Dakota’s tourism and cultural landscape, left an indelible mark through her stewardship of the Mount Rushmore

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News, Legacies of Achievement, Inductee NewsKelsey StineMay 25, 2025
Winfred man Walt Schaefer to be named to South Dakota Hall of Fame
Winfred man Walt Schaefer to be named to South Dakota Hall of Fame

The South Dakota Hall of Fame will induct Walt Schaefer, of Winfred, into its ranks.

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News, Legacies of Achievement, Inductee NewsKelsey StineMay 21, 2025
Inspired Excellence: A Visit to the South Dakota Hall of Fame and Dignity of Earth and Sky
Inspired Excellence: A Visit to the South Dakota Hall of Fame and Dignity of Earth and Sky

Plan a trip to the South Dakota Hall of Fame Visitor & Education Center followed by a stop at Dignity of Earth and Sky.

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BlogSarah MillerMay 20, 2025
Adam Vinatieri newest ‘Legend’ in Legends & Learning Program in SD Hall of Fame
Adam Vinatieri newest ‘Legend’ in Legends & Learning Program in SD Hall of Fame

The South Dakota Hall of Fame is proud to inspire the next generation with a brand new legend in the Legends & Learning Program–Adam Vinatieri.

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News, Legacies of Achievement, Inductee NewsKelsey StineMay 19, 2025
The Legacy of a Stockman with Hugh Ingalls
The Legacy of a Stockman with Hugh Ingalls

Few individuals have contributed more to South Dakota’s cattle industry than 2024 Inductee Hugh Ingalls (1929-2025).

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Blog, Legacies of AchievementSarah MillerMay 15, 2025
	 SD Hall of Fame 2025 class; making strides in Black Hills tourism
SD Hall of Fame 2025 class; making strides in Black Hills tourism

Brockelsby is being recognized by the South Dakota Hall of Fame for elevating South Dakota as a premier travel destination.

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News, Legacies of Achievement, Inductee NewsKelsey StineMay 12, 2025
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