A group of people whose life works have helped shape excellence in South Dakota and our nation are officially being inducted into the South Dakota Hall of Fame in 2024. Meet the Class of 2024 Inductees here.
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The South Dakota Hall of Fame is thrilled to announce that it has been awarded a $10,000 grant from the Mary Chilton DAR Foundation.
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The South Dakota Hall of Fame invites the public to nominate a champion of South Dakota who has made an impact in their community, state, and beyond to be included in the pool of candidates being considered for the Class of 2024.
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On August 22, 2023, South Dakota Hall of Fame CEO Laurie Becvar and Board Director Gerry Likness presented Mustang Seeds CEO Terry Shultz and the Mustang Seeds team with an Acts of Excellence Award at the Dakota Prairie Playhouse in Madison, South Dakota
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On August 22, 2023, South Dakota Hall of Fame Board Director Gerry Likness presented an Acts of Excellence Award to the Board of Directors of Beef Bucks, Inc. in Madison, SD for their extraordinary work in the South Dakota beef industry.
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On August 12, 2023, Paul and LaVerne Olson (both 97 years old) of Presho, South Dakota were honored with an Acts of Excellence Award at the community’s Music ‘N’ More event held at the Presho City Park.
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On Saturday, July 22, 2023, South Dakota Hall of Fame Board Directors Gerry Likness and Dr. Loren Tschetter presented Montgomery Furniture with an Act of Excellence Award for its long history of business in South Dakota and its excellent service.
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On June 13, 2023, the South Dakota Hall of Fame recognized Lance Christensen, a champion in golf, for his work in introducing both youth and adults to the sport on Pine Ridge Reservation.
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On May 3, 2023, South Dakota Hall of Fame Board Director Gerry Likness and Chief Executive Officer Laurie Becvar presented an Act of Excellence award to the board of directors of the Stavig House Museum for their historical venue.
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On May 3, 2023, the South Dakota Hall of Fame recognized Jo Vitek, President of Hope, Healing, and Hoofprints (Triple H) at Joy Ranch in Florence, South Dakota for her work in helping children in South Dakota heal from sexual abuse through equine experiences.
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On Saturday, April 22, 2023, the South Dakota Hall of Fame granted an Act of Excellence Award to Quilts of Valor, Flag Mountain Honor Guard in Pierre, South Dakota.
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The South Dakota Hall of Fame awarded two Act of Excellence awards to two gentlemen from Vivian and Kennebec, South Dakota at its Visitor and Education Center in Chamberlain, S.D.–Mr. Keith Patrick (of Vivian, S.D.) and Mr. Matt Collins (of Kennebec, S.D.)–for their volunteerism and commitment to community success.
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When Dave Nuenke lost his home to fire on a cold February morning, the community of Newell came to his rescue. An outpouring of care came from neighbors and friends, which included getting Dave into a new home promptly with heat, stove, and a refrigerator. People brought food and supplies and ensured his needs were met.
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The South Dakota Hall of Fame recognized the Veterans Honor Guard of Spearfish, South Dakota with a 2023 Act of Excellence Award celebrating the stellar work of the group. This past year, the Guard provided honors at 85 funerals, and honors at an additional 28 events. The Guard provides Memorial Day Services to 5 area cemeteries on Memorial Day.
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The South Dakota Hall of Fame recognized the Veterans Honor Guard of Sturgis, South Dakota with a 2023 Act of Excellence Award celebrating the stellar work of the group. The Sturgis Honor Guard was established in 1948, and has been active since. As of 1995, the Guard has provided honors for 5,365 funerals. Laurie Becvar, CEO of the SD Hall of Fame shared, “This is over 190 funerals each year, which is simply amazing!”
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