Kristi Noem Honored with Bronze Statue | Pierre News

A life-sized bronze statue of former South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem, complete with her trusty horse Iceman, now stands proudly at Hilger’s Gulch as part of the “Trail of Governors” exhibit. The artist, John Lopez, captured her unique blend of feminine grace and ranch-raised grit, drawing from his own deep roots in the land. Noem reflected on her time in office, praising teamwork and the people of South Dakota, while also sharing how her new role as special envoy is going well. Current Governor Larry Rhoden hailed her legacy, crediting her for teaching him resilience and professionalism through tough times. The unveiling was a heartfelt gathering of friends, family, and colleagues celebrating her enduring impact — cementing her place in South Dakota’s political history. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f24b218bbec06962