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In Memoriam: Inductees We Said Goodbye to in 2024
In Memoriam: Inductees We Said Goodbye to in 2024

Reflect on the lives of extraordinary individuals inducted into the South Dakota Hall of Fame who are no longer with us.

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Blog, Legacies of AchievementSarah MillerJanuary 7, 2025
Flying with Clyde on Dakota Life
Flying with Clyde on Dakota Life

Clyde Fredrickson shows the SDPB crew a view they can’t find with two feet on the ground.

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News, Inductee NewsKelsey StineDecember 30, 2024
A Look Back on A Year of Excellence at the South Dakota Hall of Fame
A Look Back on A Year of Excellence at the South Dakota Hall of Fame

The South Dakota Hall of Fame (SDHoF) had an inspiring 2024, championing a culture of excellence and honoring individuals whose legacies shape our great state

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BlogSarah MillerDecember 24, 2024
Honoring Departing Board Directors And Welcoming Incoming 2025 Board Directors
Honoring Departing Board Directors And Welcoming Incoming 2025 Board Directors

Join the South Dakota Hall of Fame in honoring departing Board Directors as well as welcoming new directors who will be joining our Board in 2025.

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BlogSarah MillerDecember 10, 2024
Honoring Excellence: Join Us in Transforming the South Dakota Hall of Fame
Honoring Excellence: Join Us in Transforming the South Dakota Hall of Fame

We are excited to once again participate in this year’s Day of Giving, hosted by South Dakota Gives on December 3.

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Blog, Champion of ExcellenceSarah MillerNovember 26, 2024
Pursuing Passion and Giving Back with Jim Entenman
Pursuing Passion and Giving Back with Jim Entenman

Jim Entenman, a true icon in the South Dakota and national motorcycling scene, has been fueling his passion for over 45 years.

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Blog, Legacies of AchievementSarah MillerNovember 16, 2024
A Current Status Report of the South Dakota Hall of Fame and Future Pursuits
A Current Status Report of the South Dakota Hall of Fame and Future Pursuits

Your support will help us champion excellence like never before. Hear from CEO Laurie Becvar as she shares how you can help make a difference.

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BlogSarah MillerNovember 12, 2024
New Podcast Episode: Giving Back and Preserving South Dakota with Gary Conradi
New Podcast Episode: Giving Back and Preserving South Dakota with Gary Conradi

Gary Conradi recently joined South Dakota Hall of Fame Board Director Steve Flanery to discuss his legacy and contributions to the state he loves.

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Legacies of Achievement, NewsKelsey StineNovember 7, 2024Legacy Podcast
Giving Back to South Dakota: Inductees Who Embody Philanthropy
Giving Back to South Dakota: Inductees Who Embody Philanthropy

As we continue to foster a culture of excellence, we’ve seen time and again how community engagement transforms lives.

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Blog, Champion of ExcellenceSarah MillerOctober 21, 2024
Remembering 2019 Inductee Tim Johnson
Remembering 2019 Inductee Tim Johnson

Former three-term U.S. Senator and five-term U.S. Representative Tim Johnson passed away Tuesday, October 8 in Sioux Falls, South Dakota at the age of 77.

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Champion of Excellence, Legacies of Achievement, NewsKelsey StineOctober 10, 2024
What Does it Mean to Be a Champion of Excellence?
What Does it Mean to Be a Champion of Excellence?

what does it mean to nominate a champion of South Dakota? What does it look like to champion a culture of excellence?

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Blog, Champion of Excellence, NominationsSarah MillerOctober 8, 2024
A Profound Impact on Mental Health with Dr. Robert Arnio
A Profound Impact on Mental Health with Dr. Robert Arnio

Dr. Robert Arnio was inducted into the South Dakota Hall of Fame in 2023 for his work improving access to mental health services and changing lives in South Dakota.

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Blog, Legacies of AchievementSarah MillerOctober 4, 2024
Mitchell Tech celebrates a decade of Build Dakota Scholarship success with Mike Rowe visit
Mitchell Tech celebrates a decade of Build Dakota Scholarship success with Mike Rowe visit

'Dirty Jobs' star, skilled trade advocate praises scholarship program as a national leader.

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NewsKelsey StineSeptember 30, 2024
In Memoriam | 2016 Inductee John Barlow
In Memoriam | 2016 Inductee John Barlow

John Barlow, a 2016 Inductee of the South Dakota Hall of Fame passed away on Friday, September 20, 2024, in Rapid City.

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Champion of Excellence, Legacies of Achievement, NewsKelsey StineSeptember 25, 2024
Dave Rozenboom named 2024 Distinguished Alumni Award recipient
Dave Rozenboom named 2024 Distinguished Alumni Award recipient

Dave Rozenboom has been named the 2024 Distinguished Alumni Award recipient, recognizing his exceptional career in banking, commitment to serving the community, and embodiment of Dordt's Reformed worldview.

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NewsKelsey StineSeptember 16, 2024
Thank You For Attending the Class of 2024 Honors Ceremony and 50th Anniversary Celebration
Thank You For Attending the Class of 2024 Honors Ceremony and 50th Anniversary Celebration

The Class of 2024 Honors Ceremony was an unforgettable celebration, marking both the induction of 10 remarkable individuals and the 50th Anniversary of our organization.

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Blog, Honors Ceremony, Champion of ExcellenceSarah MillerSeptember 16, 2024
Diminutive Miller raises stature of SDSU
Diminutive Miller raises stature of SDSU

South Dakota State University might look a lot different if Peggy Miller had been three inches taller.

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NewsKelsey StineSeptember 11, 2024
In Memoriam | 2018 Inductee Raymond "Ray" Peterson
In Memoriam | 2018 Inductee Raymond "Ray" Peterson

The passing of 2018 Inductee Raymond Peterson, known as “Mr. South Dakota,” was announced on Tuesday, August 27, 2024.

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Champion of Excellence, Legacies of Achievement, NewsKelsey StineSeptember 6, 2024
Thank You to Our 2024 Honors Ceremony Sponsors
Thank You to Our 2024 Honors Ceremony Sponsors

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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Honors Ceremony, BlogSarah MillerSeptember 3, 2024
2023 Inductee Gary Mule Deer to Play the Grand Ole Opry House on September 7
2023 Inductee Gary Mule Deer to Play the Grand Ole Opry House on September 7

Gary Mule Deer’s combination of comedy and music has set him apart as one-of-a-kind. Gary Mule Deer is slated to perform at the Grand Ole Opry House on September 7, 2024, at 9:30 pm CT

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NewsKelsey StineAugust 23, 2024
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