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The Legacy of Harold “Spitz” Spitznagel: Building South Dakota by Design
The Legacy of Harold “Spitz” Spitznagel: Building South Dakota by Design

On June 9, 1930, with nothing but $20 and a one-room office in Sioux Falls, Harold “Spitz” Spitznagel (1896–1975) set out to build a business. He wasn’t thinking about legacy. He wasn’t dreaming of decades of success.

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Legacies of Achievement, BlogKelsey StineSeptember 4, 2025
Thank You to Our 2025 Honors Ceremony Sponsors & Donors
Thank You to Our 2025 Honors Ceremony Sponsors & Donors

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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Champion of Excellence, Blog, Honors CeremonySarah MillerAugust 28, 2025
Rapid City Central Class of 1977 Receives Acts of Excellence Award
Rapid City Central Class of 1977 Receives Acts of Excellence Award

On August 14, 2025, Rapid City Central Class of 1977 officially received their Acts of Excellence award in a public ceremony in Rapid City, South Dakota.

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Acts of Excellence, NewsSarah MillerAugust 26, 2025
A Chance to Support Our Mission Through Two Exclusive Charity Auctions
A Chance to Support Our Mission Through Two Exclusive Charity Auctions

Every bid you place at the South Dakota Hall of Fame’s exclusive charity auctions goes straight to work—preserving history, inspiring youth, and celebrating the extraordinary achievements of South Dakotans.

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Sarah MillerAugust 26, 2025
Marcella LeBeau Elementary School dedicated
Marcella LeBeau Elementary School dedicated

Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe Chairman Ryman LeBeau cut the ribbon officially opening the Marcella LeBeau Elementary School in Sioux Falls, SD last week.

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News, Legacies of Achievement, Inductee NewsKelsey StineAugust 20, 2025
South Dakota's Hall of Fame aims to expand education and modernize exhibits
South Dakota's Hall of Fame aims to expand education and modernize exhibits

Situated just off I-90 on the banks of the Missouri River, with an unmistakable Army helicopter perched out front, is the South Dakota Hall of Fame.

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News, Legacies of Achievement, Inductee NewsKelsey StineAugust 17, 2025
Jim Woster to receive SDSU Presidential Medallion
Jim Woster to receive SDSU Presidential Medallion

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – He’s a member of the South Dakota Hall of fame and has touched the lives of nearly every ag producer in the state.

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News, Legacies of Achievement, Inductee NewsKelsey StineAugust 17, 2025
South Dakota Hall of Fame aims to expand education and modernize exhibits
South Dakota Hall of Fame aims to expand education and modernize exhibits

Situated just off I-90 on the banks of the Missouri River, with an unmistakable Army helicopter perched out front, is the South Dakota Hall of Fame.

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News, Legacies of Achievement, Inductee NewsKelsey StineAugust 16, 2025
2025 South Dakota Hall of Fame inductees
2025 South Dakota Hall of Fame inductees

Meet the 11 people being inducted into the South Dakota Hall of Fame Next Month.

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News, Legacies of Achievement, Inductee NewsKelsey StineAugust 15, 2025
Fundraising efforts are under way to upgrade the South Dakota Hall of Fame
Fundraising efforts are under way to upgrade the South Dakota Hall of Fame

It holds the history of prominent South Dakotans, but after 25 years at its location in Chamberlain, the South Dakota Hall of Fame needs an upgrade

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News, Legacies of Achievement, Inductee NewsKelsey StineAugust 15, 2025
SD Hall of Fame aims to expand education and modernize exhibits
SD Hall of Fame aims to expand education and modernize exhibits

Situated just off I-90 on the banks of the Missouri River, with an unmistakable Army helicopter perched out front, is the South Dakota Hall of Fame.

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News, Legacies of Achievement, Inductee NewsKelsey StineAugust 15, 2025
Central High School’s class of 1977 honored with Acts of Excellence award for community service
Central High School’s class of 1977 honored with Acts of Excellence award for community service

Central High School’s class of 1977 was recently honored with an Acts of Excellence award by the South Dakota Hall of Fame for its commitment to community service.

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News, Legacies of Achievement, Inductee NewsKelsey StineAugust 14, 2025
Remembering 1996 Inductee & Former Board Chair Louis Sebert
Remembering 1996 Inductee & Former Board Chair Louis Sebert

The South Dakota Hall of Fame extends our condolences to the family and friends of 1996 Inductee and former Board Chair, Louis Sebert, who passed peacefully in his sleep on Sunday, July 27th, 2025.

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Champion of Excellence, Legacies of Achievement, News, Inductee NewsKelsey StineAugust 4, 2025
Remembering 1989 Inductee Paul Christen
Remembering 1989 Inductee Paul Christen

The South Dakota Hall of Fame extends our condolences to the family and friends of 1989 Inductee Paul Christen, who passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 27, 2025.

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Champion of Excellence, Legacies of Achievement, News, Inductee NewsKelsey StineAugust 4, 2025
A Celebration of Legacy: Homecoming Social at the 2025 Honors Ceremony
A Celebration of Legacy: Homecoming Social at the 2025 Honors Ceremony

This year’s Homecoming Social will be held during the 2025 Honors Ceremony weekend, on Saturday, September 13, from 1:30 – 3:00 PM in Chamberlain/Oacoma.

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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
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