Historic Church to Feature Decorated Trees in December
During the month of December, the historic Bethel Church at Heritage Hall Museum and Archives in Freeman will be transformed into a scene of lights and garlands and Christmas trees. Individuals, businesses and organizations are invited to participate by providing a decorated tree. The sign-up deadline is Wednesday, November 22, […]
November Volunteer Opportunity to Address Food Insecurity
Throughout the world, 345 million people are faced with food insecurity. An upcoming opportunity set to take place in Freeman on November 6 and 7 will involve volunteers in taking action to address the need for food. The results will have both a local and global impact through interactions with […]
Freeman Businesses to Participate in Halloween Passport Event
In the spirit of Halloween, a full line-up of local businesses will again be welcoming trick-or-treaters for an annual Halloween Passport event. Kids will have the opportunity to receive a treat and have their Halloween passport stamped between the hours of 3:30 and 5:45 PM on Tuesday, October 31. Completed […]
Freeman Receives 2023 Healthy HometownSM Powered by Wellmark Community Award
The Freeman community was presented with the 2023 Healthy HometownSM Powered by Wellmark Community Award during the Chronic Disease Prevention & Health Promotion Annual Partners Conference held in Mitchell on Thursday, October 12. The award recognizes Freeman for its accomplishments in health improvement initiatives within the community. “We are pleased […]
Westward View Sees Completion of First Home
With access to housing a top priority for the Freeman community, the recently launched housing addition on Freeman’s west side is a welcomed addition. The 14-acre property features 18 generously-sized residential lots and now, its first completed home. The home is, in fact, move-in ready and available for sale. “My […]
Drive-Thru Event to Showcase Employment Opportunities
The Freeman Community Development Corporation and the South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation are teaming up to showcase employment opportunities in the Freeman community. Set to take place from 3:30-5:30 PM on Monday, October 16, the event’s format is designed to enable interested job-seekers to receive information about local […]
Agri-Tourism Experience to Showcase Four Area Farms
Midwestern hospitality, varied farming practices and a growing interest in unique experiences are just some of the reasons that agri-tourism is becoming increasingly popular in South Dakota. In celebration of agriculture, a free agri-tourism experience will be taking place in the Freeman community on Wednesday, August 9. That’s when the […]
Music, Mutton & More Planned for July 29 festival
A full line-up of musical artists will take the stage at the Freeman Prairie Arboretum on Saturday, July 29, as part of the South Dakota Chislic Festival. At the center of the day-long celebration, of course, will be chislic, a cubed meat traditionally made from mutton or lamb. Festival-goers, however, […]
Crowds Gather for July 12 Celebration
Crowds gathered along Freeman’s Main Street on Wednesday evening, July 12, while plenty of shoppers showed up at the Freeman Farmers Market, as well. That’s when the Freeman Community Development Corporation and Rural Revival – a local agriculture advocacy organization – sponsored a “Market in the Park, Main Street & […]
1935 Bank Robbery Re-Enactment & More On Tap for July 12
A 1935 bank robbery re-enactment, a car show and crazy bargains at participating businesses throughout town… Those are just a few of the special events planned to take place in Freeman on Wednesday, July 12. Some local businesses will also observe extended hours. Freeman’s “Market in the Park, Main Street, […]