Lions Club Annual Pancake Day set for November 11, 2025
The Freeman Lions Club will host Pancake Day at the Freeman Citizens Center on Tuesday November 11, 2025, Veterans Day. Pancakes, sausage, pie and a drink will be served from 11am to 1pm and again from 5pm-7pm. Veterans in attendance will be honored with a complementary meal and a token […]
Heritage Hall Museum & Archives begins fall/winter hours
The arrival of October signals a shift in hours at Heritage Hall Museum & Archives (HHM&A) in Freeman. The museum will be open weekdays from noon to 4 p.m. and other times by appointment through April.HHM&A is an independent nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization that preserves and celebrates the history and traditions […]
Did You Know…?
A series exploring Freeman, South Dakota FCDC Has A New 3-year Strategic Plan Did you know FCDC has been busy working with Dakota Resources to update its Mission and Vision Statements, create Values Statements and Develop a 3-year Strategic Plan? Mission Statement: To foster and promote economic development and a […]
One-Room School Programs On Tap This Fall
Heritage Hall Museum & Archives is continuing to explore the history of one-room country schools in this community with two programs scheduled. On Sunday, Sept. 28, “Rural School Reminiscences” will be shared at the historical Bethel Church that is part of the museum’s complex. The 2 p.m. program will feature […]
Rural Leaders Convene to Build Business-Ready Downtowns
Dell Rapids, SD – August 5, 2025 – Thirty-eight rural leaders and resource providers from South Dakota, North Dakota, and Iowa gathered in Dell Rapids on July 22-23 for the Dakota Resources Thriverr Gathering, focused on answering one bold question: How might community leaders help build business-ready Downtowns? The two-day gathering was […]
New Fishing Pier at Freeman Prairie Arboretum
Thanks to the Freeman Prairie Arboretum Board, South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks and Carter Knecht (aquatic habitat and access biologist), the pond at the arboretum now has a place over the water for those young and old to stand while they cast their line. The pier was funded through […]
Auditions for Schmeckfest Musical This Week
“Shrek the Musical” will be featured as the 2024 Schmeckfest production on March 15 and 16. In preparation for this highly anticipated event, auditions are scheduled to take place in the Music Hall on the campus of Freeman Academy on December 14, 15 and 16. “Shrek” will be under the […]
Freeman Awarded $19,800 Child Care Planning Grant
The South Dakota Governor’s Office of Economic Development has announced an award of $19,800 to the Freeman community in the form of a Child Care Planning grant. The proposal was approved for the full amount of $19,800 requested in October by the Freeman Community Development Corporation in collaboration with Freeman […]
Hometown Christmas Celebration Set for Nov. 30
Hot cocoa, Santa and Mrs. Claus, vendors, free Bingo, kid’s make-and-take activities, food, and prizes. That’s a small preview of what will be in store for those visiting the Freeman Community Center at 224 S. Wipf Street in Freeman on Thursday, November 30. It’s all part of the annual Hometown […]
Nominations accepted through Dec. 22 to recognize outstanding volunteers
Do you know someone who’s made a positive impact in the Freeman community through the generosity of their volunteer efforts? The Freeman Community Development Corporation is providing an avenue to not only acknowledge and celebrate volunteers but to also share their stories as a way of inspiring others to volunteer […]