ParticipantStories

Meet Jesse, one of the 2026 Honorees

June 18, 2026 | Black Hills Works Newsroom

Pathways to Possibility…this is our theme for 2026! Throughout the year, we’ll be sharing stories of how doors open when people come together—creating pathways that support full, meaningful lives. These stories will include the 24…

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Meet Ariel, one of the 2026 Honorees

June 11, 2026 | Black Hills Works Newsroom

Pathways to Possibility…this is our theme for 2026! Throughout the year, we’ll be sharing stories of how doors open when people come together—creating pathways that support full, meaningful lives. These stories will include the 24…

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Meet Kristina, one of the 2026 Honorees

May 15, 2026 | Black Hills Works Newsroom

Pathways to Possibility…this is our theme for 2026! Throughout the year, we’ll be sharing stories of how doors open when people come together—creating pathways that support full, meaningful lives. These stories will include the 24…

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Leading the Way in Civic Engagement

May 6, 2026 | Black Hills Works Newsroom

There’s a moment Leah D. can point to from this year’s Partners in Policymaking program. It was session six of the statewide disability rights advocacy training when the leadership team of SD Advocates for Change…

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Meet Thomas, one of the 2026 Honorees

May 5, 2026 | Black Hills Works Newsroom

Pathways to Possibility…this is our theme for 2026! Throughout the year, we’ll be sharing stories of how doors open when people come together—creating pathways that support full, meaningful lives. These stories will include the 24…

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Meet Bob, one of the 2026 Honorees

April 15, 2026 | Black Hills Works Newsroom

Pathways to Possibility…this is our theme for 2026! Throughout the year, we’ll be sharing stories of how doors open when people come together—creating pathways that support full, meaningful lives. These stories will include the 24…

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From Potential to Performance: Ed’s Transformation

April 13, 2026 | Black Hills Works Newsroom

When Ed Kopp entered the workforce, he brought energy, kindness, and a strong desire to succeed. While working at the Commissary, he showed clear potential but needed additional support to build consistency, manage frustration, and…

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Meet Tiffany, one of the 2026 Honorees

April 1, 2026 | Black Hills Works Newsroom

Pathways to Possibility…this is our theme for 2026! Throughout the year, we’ll be sharing stories of how doors open when people come together—creating pathways that support full, meaningful lives. These stories will include the 24…

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Meet Russell, one of the 2026 Honorees

March 19, 2026 | Black Hills Works Newsroom

Pathways to Possibility…this is our theme for 2026! Throughout the year, we’ll be sharing stories of how doors open when people come together—creating pathways that support full, meaningful lives. These stories will include the 24…

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“Storm” Spotlight Awards

March 12, 2026 | Black Hills Works Newsroom

We’re proud to recognize Dylan (left) and Scott (right) as recent Spotlight Award recipients. Both athletes have been instrumental members of the Storm basketball teams this season, showing leadership, encouragement, and dedication to their teammates…

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