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A Legacy of Hope at McCrossan Ranch | Sioux Falls News
In the late 1940s, 79-year-old Melinda Bell McCrossan dreamed of creating a Boys Town-style haven for Dakota kids—no children of her own, but boundless love for them. By age 86, she founded McCrossan Boys Ranch, seeing just five boys before her passing, but her legacy thrives today with 50+ boys overcoming abuse, neglect, and abandonment. Beyond equine therapy, the ranch now offers full academics, including a new science lab, art room, and track—helping students like 14-year-old Willow compete at state level. Staff, like art teacher Roberta Raderschadt, feel the weight and joy of transforming…
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