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Greta Chapman Reflects on Her Time at the SD Hall of Fame
Greta Chapman Reflects on Her Time at the SD Hall of Fame

Greta Chapman, current CEO of the South Dakota Hall of Fame sits down with Endowment Chair Miles Beacom to discuss her time with the South Dakota Hall of Fame.

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Sarah MillerApril 26, 2022
New Legacy Podcast Episode: Elizabeth Meyer
New Legacy Podcast Episode: Elizabeth Meyer

In our Newest Legacy Podcast Episode, we were joined by 2016 Inductee Elizabeth "Betty" Meyer to talk about the impact she has had on South Dakotans, and the lives she has saved through her work in Mammography.

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Inductee News, Legacies of AchievementKelsey StineApril 21, 2022Legacy Podcast
South Dakota Hall Of Fame Names Becvar Next CEO
South Dakota Hall Of Fame Names Becvar Next CEO

The South Dakota Hall of Fame Board of Directors has selected Laurie Becvar as the next CEO of the organization.

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Sarah MillerApril 19, 2022
Honor Guards recognized with ‘Acts of Excellence’ award
Honor Guards recognized with ‘Acts of Excellence’ award

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - A blustery day for the flags at the South Dakota Veterans Cemetery in Sioux Falls. Today, the South Dakota Hall of Fame honored those who honor our veterans.

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Honors Ceremony, Inductee NewsSarah MillerApril 18, 2022
Black Hills artist, Jon Crane, to be inducted into the SD Hall of Fame
Black Hills artist, Jon Crane, to be inducted into the SD Hall of Fame

Jon Crane will be inducted into the South Dakota Hall of Fame as a member of the Class of 2021.

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Honors Ceremony, Inductee NewsSarah MillerApril 13, 2022
New Legacy Podcast Episode: Ann McKay Thompson
New Legacy Podcast Episode: Ann McKay Thompson

In this episode, 2015 Inductee Ann McKay Thompson sits down with our host and shares her legacy as an author, businesswoman, and her work to improve educational resources for adults entering the workforce in South Dakota.

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Inductee News, Legacies of AchievementKelsey StineApril 7, 2022Legacy Podcast
How We Preserve South Dakota History
How We Preserve South Dakota History

Learn more about the Inductee Collection, which preserves history and helps inspire others as a visual representation of the way these Inductees chased their dreams and helped change South Dakota through their legacy.

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Honors Ceremony, Inductee NewsSarah MillerApril 4, 2022
SD Hall of Fame Inductee Donus Roberts Grows Book Collection by over 3000 Books
SD Hall of Fame Inductee Donus Roberts Grows Book Collection by over 3000 Books

Unexpected treasures come in many forms, but Donus Roberts, owner of DDR Books in Watertown, did not know what was in store when an unsolicited phone call came.

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Honors Ceremony, Inductee NewsSarah MillerMarch 29, 2022
New Legacy Podcast Episode: Rick Melmer with Leadership South Dakota
New Legacy Podcast Episode: Rick Melmer with Leadership South Dakota

In our newest Legacy Podcast episode, Greta Chapman, CEO of the South Dakota Hall of Fame sits down with Rick Melmer, the founder and director of Leadership South Dakota, to discuss the ways the two organizations are championing a culture of excellence in South Dakota—together.

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Inductee News, Legacies of AchievementKelsey StineMarch 24, 2022Legacy Podcast
South Dakota Hall of Fame 2021 In Memoriam
South Dakota Hall of Fame 2021 In Memoriam

We lost some amazing Inductees in 2021, but if there is one thing we are sure of, it is that their legacies will continue on and inspire generations of South Dakotans to come, and we are proud to share their stories with you.

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Sarah MillerMarch 22, 2022
2011 Inductee Don Barnett to speak at University of South Dakota
2011 Inductee Don Barnett to speak at University of South Dakota

Rapid City mayor Don Barnett will speak at the University of South Dakota’s I.D. Weeks Library in Vermillion at 4 p.m. Wednesday, March 23. The event will take place on the second floor of the library.

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Honors Ceremony, Inductee NewsSarah MillerMarch 17, 2022
2014 Inductee Dick Termes awarded Lifetime Achievement Award by Spearfish Chamber
2014 Inductee Dick Termes awarded Lifetime Achievement Award by Spearfish Chamber

The Lifetime Achievement Award was presented to Dick Termes for his ongoing promotion of art, math, and science throughout the Black Hills and the world.

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Honors Ceremony, Inductee NewsSarah MillerMarch 14, 2022
New Legacy Podcast Episode: T. Denny Sanford
New Legacy Podcast Episode: T. Denny Sanford

T. Denny Sanford sat down with host Miles Beacom to discuss his life and legacy in South Dakota during this Legacy Interview.

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Inductee News, Legacies of AchievementKelsey StineMarch 10, 2022Legacy Podcast
Welcoming New Board Members to the South Dakota Hall of Fame
Welcoming New Board Members to the South Dakota Hall of Fame

We are happy to welcome in and introduce to you all our newest board members at the South Dakota Hall of Fame!

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Sarah MillerMarch 7, 2022
New Legacy Podcast Episode: Dr. Loren Tschetter
New Legacy Podcast Episode: Dr. Loren Tschetter

In this Legacy Podcast Episode, Host Miles Beacom sits down with Inductee Loren Tschetter to discuss his life and legacy in the field of Oncology in South Dakota.

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Inductee News, Legacies of AchievementKelsey StineFebruary 17, 2022Legacy Podcast
South Dakota Hall of Fame Program Spotlight: Acts of Excellence
South Dakota Hall of Fame Program Spotlight: Acts of Excellence

We want to take a moment to highlight one of our many programs at the South Dakota Hall of Fame, championing a culture of excellence.

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Sarah MillerFebruary 17, 2022
Thank You for Joining Us for the 2021 Medallion Celebration
Thank You for Joining Us for the 2021 Medallion Celebration

We are so thankful to everyone who tuned in and helped us celebrate the Class of 2021 and watch them receive their class medallions.

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Kelsey StineFebruary 10, 2022
New Legacy Podcast Episode: Tom Loveland
New Legacy Podcast Episode: Tom Loveland

In this Legacy Podcast Episode, Host Miles Beacom sits down with Inductee Tom Loveland to discuss his life and legacy.

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Inductee News, Legacies of AchievementKelsey StineFebruary 10, 2022Legacy Podcast
The 2021 Medallion Celebration Online Event is Tomorrow!
The 2021 Medallion Celebration Online Event is Tomorrow!

We hope you join us tomorrow for the 2021 Medallion Celebration Online Event, which will be live streaming at 4:00 pm MT.

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Kelsey StineFebruary 8, 2022
Note from the South Dakota Hall of Fame CEO
Note from the South Dakota Hall of Fame CEO

It is with a grateful heart for the past eight years, as the CEO for the South Dakota Hall of Fame to inform you that I will be retiring in the spring of 2022.

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Sarah MillerJanuary 20, 2022
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