Dick Brown, a 2019 South Dakota Hall of Fame Inductee, has spent a lifetime carrying forward a family legacy of service that traces back to a Norwegian homestead built in South Dakota in 1873. From Washington, D.C. to the State Legislature to a lifelong commitment to South Dakota's parks and open spaces, his story is one of mentorship, partnership, and quiet obligation to community.

In this interview, 2020 Inductee Jack Marsh sits down with Dick to talk about the mentor who shaped his life's direction, the love story that began with a blind date, and what it means to be one of only three couples ever inducted into the South Dakota Hall of Fame together.

Watch to learn:

• How Dick's great-grandfather helped settle the Split Rock Creek homestead that inspired Ole Rolvaag's "Giants in the Earth"
• The story of Dr. William O. "Doc" Farber, the USD mentor who shaped Dick's career and introduced him to his wife, Sue
• How Dick and Sue's decades of public service helped build some of South Dakota's most treasured public spaces

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Dan Kirby, a 2021 South Dakota Hall of Fame Inductee, has spent a lifetime building something lasting in South Dakota. From a family business to a culture of civic generosity, his story is one of integrity, civic commitment, and generational legacy.

In this interview, 2020 Inductee Jack Marsh sits down with Dan to talk about the family business that shaped him and the simple ask from a mayor that launched one of Sioux Falls' greatest civic projects.

Watch to learn:

• How Dan's great-grandfather, Joe Kirby, also a Hall of Fame Inductee, founded Western Surety Company, and what it meant to carry that legacy forward
• The behind-the-scenes story of how a vacant downtown high school became a world-class performing arts center
• How Dan and Arlene approach philanthropy and why they believe giving back is simply part of being a South Dakotan

Read more about Dan Kirby's life and legacy: https://sdexcellence.org/Dan_Kirby_2021

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Harvey Jewett, a 2005 South Dakota Hall of Fame Inductee, built a remarkable life across three distinct careers in law, business, and education, guided throughout by a clear and consistent set of principles: respect, accountability, and a deep sense of personal responsibility.

In this episode of South Dakota Storytellers, Angela Kennecke sits down with Harvey to trace the journey from a self-reliant boyhood in Aberdeen to the halls of a Jesuit prep school, from a $215 legal bill that launched a national motel brand to two decades of transforming higher education in South Dakota.

Watch to learn:

• How an independent upbringing and education shaped Harvey's lifelong philosophy
• The story behind Super 8 Motels and the principles that helped grow it into a national brand
• What Harvey and his fellow regents did to revitalize South Dakota's university system
• Why Harvey sees the South Dakota Hall of Fame not as personal recognition, but as part of the mosaic that defines the state

Read more about Harvey Jewett's life and legacy: https://www.sdhalloffame.org/news/a-legacy-built-on-principle-with-harvey-jewett

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Bernie Hunhoff, a 2020 South Dakota Hall of Fame Inductee, has spent more than five decades capturing the stories that define South Dakota. From farming roots to founding South Dakota Magazine, his work has helped thousands discover a deeper sense of place.

In this interview, Jack Marsh, 2020 South Dakota Hall of Fame Inductee, talks with Bernie Hunhoff about family, journalism, public service, and the values that shaped his life.

Watch to learn:

• How a non-compete clause led to the founding of South Dakota Magazine

• Why integrity and community matter more than ever

• What it truly means to have a sense of place

Read more about Bernie Hunhoff’s life and legacy: https://sdexcellence.org/Bernie_Hunhoff_2020

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John Porter, a 2018 South Dakota Hall of Fame Inductee, helped shape one of the most comprehensive rural health systems in the nation. From his early career as an attorney to becoming the founding CEO of Avera Health, his leadership transformed how health care is delivered across South Dakota and beyond.

In this interview, 2020 Inductee Jack Marsh talks with John Porter about the unexpected path that led him into health care leadership, the collaboration behind building Avera Health, and the values that guided his career.

Watch to learn:

• How John’s legal career led to a lifelong role in health care leadership

• Why collaboration and shared purpose were key to building Avera Health

• How integrity and openness shaped his leadership approach

Read more about John Porter’s life and legacy: sdexcellence.org/John_Porter_2018

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Dr. Frank Alvine, a 2009 South Dakota Hall of Fame Inductee, left a legacy of innovation, perseverance, and integrity. From developing the Agility Total Ankle Replacement System to transforming orthopedic care for patients worldwide, his work continues to inspire generations.

In this interview, Laurie Becvar, CEO of the South Dakota Hall of Fame, talks with Dr. Frank Alvine about his journey, his approach to solving complex challenges, and the values that guided his life and career.

Watch to learn:

• How hard work and early life experiences shaped his success

• Why knowledge and persistence are key to overcoming challenges

• The story behind his groundbreaking ankle replacement innovation

Read more about Dr. Frank Alvine’s life and legacy: sdexcellence.org/Dr._Frank_Alvine

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Dr. Sophie Two Hawk, M.D., a 2025 South Dakota Hall of Fame inductee, is a physician, educator, and trailblazer whose work bridges Indigenous healing traditions and Western medicine. As the first Native American to graduate from medical school in South Dakota, her career has focused on listening, compassion, and improving health outcomes for Native American communities.

In this interview, Angela Kennecke, 2021 South Dakota Hall of Fame inductee, talks with Dr. Two Hawk about her journey, her cultural roots, and her lifelong commitment to healing.

Watch to learn:

• How a lineage of Lakota healers shaped her calling to medicine

• Why listening and cultural understanding are essential to patient care

• How collaboration and education can reduce health care disparities

Read more about Dr. Sophie Two Hawk’s life and legacy: https://sdexcellence.org/Dr._Sophie_Two_Hawk,_M.D._2025

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Roger Musick, a 2018 South Dakota Hall of Fame Inductee, helped pioneer the growth of telecommunications and software technology in South Dakota. From designing early communications networks to founding Innovative Systems in Mitchell, his work created opportunities for engineers and technology professionals across the region.

In this interview, 2021 Inductee Angela Kennecke talks with Roger about the mentors who inspired him, the early days of computers and telecommunications, and why he chose to build his career and company in South Dakota.

Watch to learn:

• How an early interest in electronics led to a career in technology.

• Why Roger built a technology company in Mitchell instead of leaving the state.

• How his commitment to education is shaping opportunities for future generations.

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