Angela Kennecke, a 2021 South Dakota Hall of Fame inductee, has built a legacy rooted in integrity, resilience, and service. From decades in broadcast journalism to founding Emily’s Hope, her work continues to educate communities and save lives.
In this interview, Shawn Martin, Manager of the South Dakota Hall of Fame Visitors and Education Center, talks with Angela Kennecke about her career, values, and how she turned personal loss into purpose.
Listen to learn:
• Why Angela says, “I didn’t want to be the person being interviewed. I wanted to do the interviewing.”
• How telling her daughter’s story became a catalyst for Emily’s Hope
• What integrity means when “no one is watching.”
Read more about Angela Kennecke’s life and legacy: https://sdexcellence.org/Angela_Kennecke_2021
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