Development Corporation Launches Membership Drive

January 11, 2023

Giving back to the community and showing value to members. Those are among the goals for the Freeman Community Development Corporation as they launch their 2023 membership drive. Recruiting new members and retaining existing members is a focus that comes in advance of their annual meeting set to take place …

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Community Recycling Efforts Applauded

January 5, 2023

Jim Smidt is one of the city employees who oversees efforts at the Freeman Recycling Center on Cedar Street. “People are doing a great job with recycling and sorting the materials they bring,” says Smidt. “We want them to know that we really appreciate that.” Smidt is joined by John …

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Cast of Rogers & Hammerstein Musical Announced

December 30, 2022

Rogers & Hammerstein’s State Fair will take the stage as the 2023 Schmeckfest musical under the direction of Kris Carlson. Performances will take place on March 23, 24 and 25, with the following cast members in place: Abel Frake – Peter Tuff Margy Frake – Ashley Fink Melissa Frake – …

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Winners of Freeman Bucks Announced

December 22, 2022

Shopping local helps our community thrive. With that in mind, the Freeman Community Development Corporation donated a total of $500 to be given away in the form of Freeman Bucks this month. A random drawing – witnessed by three City of Freeman staff members – was held at City Hall …

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Courtney Unruh Recognized for Community Influence

December 21, 2022

Dakota Resources hosted their annual Year-End Celebration on December 21 via Zoom, with Freeman’s Courtney Unruh recognized for the impactful influence she’s exhibited through her various leadership roles in the Freeman community. A “Rural Thriverr” is how the organization describes someone like Unruh. And, yes – Thriverr is spelled with …

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Hometown Christmas Event Deemed a Success

December 14, 2022

“We have to do this again next year!” That confident comment was voiced and met with the agreement of many recently as the Freeman Community Center was abuzz with guests of all ages. It was the first day of December and Freeman’s Hometown Christmas celebration was underway. Sponsored by the …

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Hometown Christmas & Mistletoe Market in Freeman on December 1

November 28, 2022

The Freeman Community Center will be the location for many of the festivities planned as part of this year’s Hometown Christmas and Mistletoe Market celebration. The event runs from 4:00-8:00 PM on Thursday, December 1. Sponsored by the Freeman Community Development Corporation (FCDC), 18 vendors and an assortment of free …

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Freeman Flyers Qualify for State B Tournament

Freeman Flyers to Play in State Volleyball Tournament

November 15, 2022

Freeman Flyers to Play in State Volleyball Tournament With an upset win over undefeated Jones County on November 8, the Freeman Flyers punched their ticket to the 2022 State B Volleyball Tournament. The Flyers enter the tournament as the number 9 seed with a season record of 21-9. Holding off …

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Schmeckfest Musical Announced 2023

Schmeckfest Organizers Name 2023 Musical

November 2, 2022

Schmeckfest Organizers Name 2023 Musical Schmeckfest organizers have announced “State Fair” as the 2023 Schmeckfest musical. With music and lyrics by Rogers & Hammerstein, “State Fair” will take the stage on March 23, 24, and 25 under the direction of Kris Carlson and serve as the launching point for the …

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Freeman Businesses Welcome Halloween Scavenger Hunt Participants

October 26, 2022

Freeman Businesses Welcome Halloween Scavenger Hunt Participants The Freeman Community Development Corporation, in collaboration with member businesses, is again sponsoring a Halloween Scavenger Hunt from 3:30-5:30 PM on Monday, October 31. Kids in costume and accompanied by a parent are invited to visit participating businesses for a treat and some …

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