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, …
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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, …
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Funds Awarded for Freeman Transit Facility
The Federal Transit Administration has announced the award of grant funding to the South Dakota Department of Transportation (DOT) on behalf of the Brookings Area Transit Authority (BATA). The funding is specified for new construction of a bus facility in Freeman. Doing business as Freeman Community Transit, BATA is the …
Musical Theater Tradition Shines with Matilda, Jr.
Staged at Pioneer Hall on the campus of Freeman Academy, the Freeman Area Children’s Choir production of Matilda, Jr. The Musical gave evidence to the fact that musical theater continues to be alive and well in the Freeman community. The June 25 performance was the culmination of just 10, half-day …
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June 14 Marks First in Series of Summer Celebrations
Summer celebrations in Freeman include a series of “Market in the Park, Main Street & More” events. The first takes place on Wednesday, June 14, with kids invited to bring their bikes and helmets to Main Street for a bike rodeo. The 200 block of Main Street – from Third …
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ADA Pool Lift Chair New for 2023 Season
As preparations are underway for opening day at the Freeman Swimming Pool, Randy Koerner of Koerner Construction was busy installing a ADA-compliant lift chair. The chair will make the pool accessible to more individuals, including both youth and adults who would otherwise be unable to enjoy the many benefits of …
Freeman Earns Tree City USA Status
A recent announcement by the Arbor Day Foundation honored Freeman with Tree City USA recognition for its commitment to urban forestry in 2022. This marks Freeman’s eighteenth year with Tree City USA status. To earn this designation, communities must meet four requirements: 1) maintain a tree board or department, 2) …
Easter Bunny to Visit Freeman
Organizers of an upcoming holiday event taking place in Freeman have announced that the Easter Bunny plans to be in attendance as a special guest. “Coins & Candy Eggstravaganza: An Easter Egg Hunt” is set for 1:30 PM on Saturday, April 1. Kids in grade three and younger are invited …
Schmeckfest Musical is a Feast for the Eyes & Ears
The Schmeckfest meal won’t be the only feast on tap in Freeman this week. Audience members be treated to a feast for their eyes and ears when State Fair opens on the Schmeckfest stage tomorrow night. The sights and sounds of the Iowa State Fair with be on full display, …
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