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South Dakota Remembers Bob Barker
South Dakota Remembers Bob Barker

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – Bob Barker, the former host of “The Price is Right” for over 30 years and former South Dakota resident, passed away on Saturday and South Dakota is keeping his memory alive.

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NewsKelsey StineAugust 30, 2023
In Memorium | 1980 Inductee Robert "Bob" Barker
In Memorium | 1980 Inductee Robert "Bob" Barker

Class of 1980 Inductee Robert “Bob” Barker (1923-2023) passed away on Saturday, August 26, 2023.

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Blog, Champion of Excellence, Legacies of AchievementKelsey StineAugust 29, 2023
SD Hall of Fame inductee shares her vision for the future of technology
SD Hall of Fame inductee shares her vision for the future of technology

Ahead of her induction into the South Dakota Hall of Fame, Dr. Griffiths discusses her childhood, her Marie Curie bobblehead and her vision for the future of technology.

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NewsKelsey StineAugust 29, 2023
Innovative educator to be inducted into SD Hall of Fame
Innovative educator to be inducted into SD Hall of Fame

Throughout her 33-year educational career, Pamela Homan, Ph.D., was motivated by one core belief: Every child should get the chance to succeed.

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NewsKelsey StineAugust 28, 2023
Rural Health Advocate Joins the South Dakota Hall of Fame
Rural Health Advocate Joins the South Dakota Hall of Fame

Tom Dean, M.D., will be inducted into the South Dakota Hall of Fame next month.

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NewsKelsey StineAugust 24, 2023
Mustang Seeds of Madison, South Dakota Receives 2023 Acts of Excellence Award from South Dakota Hall of Fame
Mustang Seeds of Madison, South Dakota Receives 2023 Acts of Excellence Award from South Dakota Hall of Fame

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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Acts of Excellence, BlogJenna CardaAugust 24, 2023
Beef Bucks, Inc. Receives 2023 Acts of Excellence Award from South Dakota Hall of Fame for Extraordinary Work in Beef Industry
Beef Bucks, Inc. Receives 2023 Acts of Excellence Award from South Dakota Hall of Fame for Extraordinary Work in Beef Industry

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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Acts of Excellence, BlogJenna CardaAugust 24, 2023
Two Exciting Auctions In Support of the South Dakota Hall of Fame
Two Exciting Auctions In Support of the South Dakota Hall of Fame

The South Dakota Hall of Fame’s annual Honors Ceremony weekend not only serves as a way to celebrate the 10 newest individuals who are to be inducted into the South Dakota Hall of Fame, but also serves as our organization's largest fundraising effort of the year.

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Honors Ceremony, BlogSarah MillerAugust 22, 2023
Horizon Health Care recognizes outstanding staff, donor contributions
Horizon Health Care recognizes outstanding staff, donor contributions

Earlier this month, Horizon Health Care hosted its second annual recognition event to honor employees who went above and beyond in service to their communities and patients, as well as donors who supported Horizon’s mission in providing access to affordable, high-quality health care.

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NewsKelsey StineAugust 21, 2023
New Documentary Celebrates Gary Mule Deer's Career in Comedy
New Documentary Celebrates Gary Mule Deer's Career in Comedy

The joy Gary Mule Deer has given others through laughter and music is coming back to him, times three.

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NewsKelsey StineAugust 19, 2023
Bruce Bad Moccasin, who grew up in Pierre, headed to South Dakota Hall of Fame
Bruce Bad Moccasin, who grew up in Pierre, headed to South Dakota Hall of Fame

Bruce Bad Moccasin, who grew up in Pierre and who tapped his strong intellect and determination to deliver enormous public service, will be inducted into the South Dakota Hall of Fame this September.

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NewsKelsey StineAugust 18, 2023
Robert Arnio Enters the South Dakota Hall of Fame
Robert Arnio Enters the South Dakota Hall of Fame

Today, many experts are working to address mental health care in South Dakota. They're standing on the shoulders of a South Dakota Hall of Fame inductee.

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NewsKelsey StineAugust 17, 2023
Paul and LaVerne Olson Receive Acts of Excellence Award from South Dakota Hall of Fame for Contributions to Presho Community
Paul and LaVerne Olson Receive Acts of Excellence Award from South Dakota Hall of Fame for Contributions to Presho Community

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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Acts of Excellence, BlogJenna CardaAugust 16, 2023
Documenting the Life of Gregory and Charles Mix Counties
Documenting the Life of Gregory and Charles Mix Counties

Adeline Gnirk, SD Hall of Fame Inductee (1987), had a love for writing and a drive to tell the collective story of the place she called home.

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Blog, Champion of Excellence, Legacies of AchievementSarah MillerAugust 11, 2023
South Dakota Hall of Fame Inductee Reflects on Agricultural Advocasy
South Dakota Hall of Fame Inductee Reflects on Agricultural Advocasy

Walt Bones has spent his whole life on the farm, and he wouldn’t have it any other way. Hear his SDPB interview here.

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NewsKelsey StineAugust 10, 2023
Rapid City Developer Gains Statewide Reach
Rapid City Developer Gains Statewide Reach

“Having Hani in Rapid City has been a godsend,” said Tom Johnson, president, and CEO of Elevate Rapid City, which includes the community’s economic development arm.

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NewsKelsey StineAugust 9, 2023
In Memorium | 2012 Inductee Gene Lebrun
In Memorium | 2012 Inductee Gene Lebrun

Class of 2012 Inductee Gene Lebrun (1939-2023) passed away on Sunday, July 23, 2023.

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Legacies of Achievement, BlogKelsey StineJuly 27, 2023
Inductees Preserving South Dakota's Natural Beauty
Inductees Preserving South Dakota's Natural Beauty

South Dakota is known for its grandiose beauty and awe-inspiring sights across the state. Read more about Inductees preserving the state’s natural beauty.

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Blog, Legacies of AchievementSarah MillerJuly 25, 2023
Montgomery Furniture Receives Acts of Excellence Award from the South Dakota Hall of Fame
Montgomery Furniture Receives Acts of Excellence Award from the South Dakota Hall of Fame

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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Acts of Excellence, BlogJenna CardaJuly 24, 2023
Construction begins on planned Kyle Evans, western heritage museum in Wessington Springs
Construction begins on planned Kyle Evans, western heritage museum in Wessington Springs

When it is finished — which is projected to be in 2024 — the center will pay homage to the town's storied cowboy history.

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NewsKelsey StineJuly 18, 2023
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