The South Dakota Country Music Hall of Fame takes great pride in announcing the 2012 inductees. The candidates are nominated by friends, family, and peers. Their selections are based on performances in South Dakota, promotion of country music, and dedication to the country music business.

This year the following people will be inducted: Roy King, George Mallory, Dave Bergquist, Cleo Bee, Susan McNeill, John McNeill, Stringbean Svenson, Larry Yarrow, Rob Stack, Chip Bradley, Elizabeth Foss, and Rory Hoffman.

The 9th annual awards ceremony will be held at the Cedar Shore Resort in Oacoma/Chamberlain on September 9, 2012 beginning at 2 pm. The ceremony is open to the public. There is no cover charge.

Click here to get all the details. We want to thank The South Dakota Country Music Hall Of Fame for their dedication to the country music industry. And we congratulate this year's inductees!

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