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In this episode, South Dakota Hall of Fame CEO Laurie Becvar joined CEO Jared Nesje, the fifth leader in TSP’s 95-year history, to discuss Harold Spitznagel’s values that Jared credits for the company’s longevity.
Richard “Dick” Termes was inducted into the South Dakota Hall of Fame in 2014 for his groundbreaking contributions to the art world.
The Class of 2025 Honors Ceremony was an unforgettable celebration. Read the full recap here.
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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Nine women have been honored with The EMBES — A Tribute to Women awards. They were chosen from 74 nominees.
Dakota State University President José-Marie Griffiths will transition from President to Chancellor of DSU after this school year ends.
South Dakota State University President Barry Dunn has bestowed a presidential medallion upon SDSU alum and supporter Jim Woster.
A man from Pierre has been posthumously inducted into the South Dakota Hall of Fame, located in Chamberlain.
While best known as a former Sioux Falls mayor, Mike Huether credits his Yankton boyhood as the foundation for his induction tonight (Saturday) into the South Dakota Hall of Fame.
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.
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.
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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In this podcast, South Dakota Hall of Fame Board Director Marci Christensen Burdick talks with Dick about his art, philosophy, and impact.