Jun 17, 2022
SD Bridge to be Dedicated in Honor of U.S. Marine Corporal John W. HutchisonThe South Dakota Department of Veterans Affairs will be hosting a State Bridge Dedication Ceremony next month to honor U.S. Marine Corporal John Hutchison.
Jun 14, 2022
SD Bridges to be Dedicated in Honor of U.S. Army SGT Richard Maynard and PFC Frederick FarleeThe South Dakota Department of Veterans Affairs will be hosting a State Bridge Dedication Ceremony to honor U.S. Army Sergeant Richard Maynard and PFC Frederick Farlee.
SD Bridge to be Dedicated in Honor of U.S. Army PFC David R. GattonThe South Dakota Department of Veterans Affairs will be hosting a State Bridge Dedication Ceremony next month to honor U.S. Army Private First Class David R. Gatton.
Jun 09, 2022
SDDVA Secretary Whitlock’s June Column – They Made the Ultimate Sacrifice, Now South Dakota is Honoring ThemSouth Dakota’s Fallen Hero Bridge program dedicates state bridges to South Dakotans who were killed in action while serving their country or classified as missing in action.
May 25, 2022
Post-Traumatic Stress Injury Awareness MonthGovernor Kristi Noem, in coordination with the South Dakota Department of Veterans Affairs, is proclaiming the month of June as “Post-Traumatic Stress Injury Awareness Month,” a time to reflect on the causes, symptoms, and treatment of post-traumatic stress injuries.
May 23, 2022
Honoring our Heroes LegacyMemorial Day was born of compassion and empathy for those who courageously gave their lives to safeguard us and our way of life.
May 12, 2022
South Dakota Department of Veterans Affairs to Host Two Memorial Day ProgramsThe South Dakota Department of Veterans Affairs will host two Memorial Day programs this year. Both events will be held on Memorial Day, Monday, May 30.
Apr 25, 2022
National Military Appreciation MonthGovernor Kristi Noem, in coordination with the South Dakota Department of Veterans Affairs, has proclaimed May as “National Military Appreciation Month,” a time for all to honor, remember, recognize, and appreciate those who have served in the past and those now serving, as well as their families.
Apr 22, 2022
Johnson Named Superintendent for Michael J. Fitzmaurice State Veterans HomeSouth Dakota Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary Greg Whitlock announced that Chuck Johnson will be serving as the new superintendent of the Michael J. Fitzmaurice State Veterans Home in Hot Springs.
Apr 05, 2022
South Dakota’s Commitment to our Veterans is Older than even our State.The Dakota Territory was the first of all territories to provide such a resource for veterans. Nine days after South Dakota became a state, the cornerstone was placed in the original Dakota Soldiers’ Home building.