June Hansen of Pierre and Kari Karst of Dell Rapids have been chosen as the 2026 inductees into the South Dakota Transportation Hall of Honor.
The honor recognizes individuals who have made a lasting, valuable, and/or unique contribution to South Dakota’s air, highway, public transit, or rail transportation systems.
With the addition of Hansen and Karst, the Hall of Honor—which originated in 1972– now includes 101 inductees. Each of the 2026 inductees will be recognized for her service and commitment to the state’s public transportation system at a Hall of Honor banquet in the fall. Event details will be shared with the public later this summer…