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Have you identified a service gap in our area and have a business idea that can solve it?Do you have an idea for an awesome, unique product that you know everyone is going to love?Local startups and entrepreneurs will get a shot at winning $5,000 and support for their business...Continue Reading

Local real estate developers and enthusiasts: we’ve got exciting news!For the first time ever, Spark will be hosting Developer Academy, its week-long, intensive training program and networking opportunity in Fremont from April 27 - May 1st.Any real estate professional who wants to take a deep dive into the world of...Continue Reading

Empowering entrepreneurs is at the core of the Fremont Creative Collective (FCC) mission, whether it’s through networking and the sharing of ideas via ongoing events or equipping them with the know-how to build a successful business plan or raise capital.“The Fremont Creative Collective is about more than education, it’s about...Continue Reading

Are you a developer, contractor, or homeowner looking to build a new home or renovate an existing one in Fremont? Are you finding it difficult to secure all the financing needed to move your project forward?Whether it is for rehabbing homes, building new housing, or reimagining vacant downtown spaces, the...Continue Reading

Honoring National Women’s Small Business MonthOctober is National Women’s Small Business Month, a time to recognize the incredible women whose vision, drive, and determination fuel our local economy and strengthen our community.Across the U.S., women own nearly 40% of all businesses, contributing more than $2.7 trillion to the economy each...Continue Reading

Are you tired of long commutes, expensive housing, and less time with the people who matter most? Imagine living in a community where career opportunities are growing, neighborhoods are welcoming, and your quality of life takes center stage. That’s Greater Fremont.And there’s no better time than during September’s Workforce Development...Continue Reading

Like most malls in America, Fremont’s had lost its luster. Fewer stores, dwindling foot traffic, and a lack of things for teenagers to do had led to an underutilized building, a lack of jobs, and lost revenue for Greater Fremont.Until five juniors from Fremont High School set their sights on...Continue Reading

Fremont’s economy is thriving—outpacing peer communities across Nebraska with remarkable growth over the past decade.Between 2015 and 2024, Fremont’s net taxable sales grew by an impressive 49%, a rate significantly higher than similar communities like Norfolk, Columbus, Hastings, and Grand Island, which saw growth ranging from 27% to 32% during...Continue Reading

Stronger Wages, Stronger Community: Fremont’s 39% Income GrowthBetween 2016 and 2023, Fremont households experienced remarkable income growth, reflecting the community’s economic strength and resilience. According to the American Community Survey (ACS 5-Year Estimates), median household income in Fremont grew by nearly 40 percent, the highest among comparable Nebraska communities, including...Continue Reading

Partnership Between GFDC, Midland University MBA Students Tackles Childcare ShortagesTo address the childcare shortage and challenges related to affordable and accessible care in the area, the Greater Fremont Development Council (GFDC) teamed up with Midland University MBA students to pinpoint what could be done to evolve the industry into something...Continue Reading

So, what are you going to do when you graduate?It’s a question that every student in their junior and senior year of college is asked as academia comes to an end. And while their degree may be just around the corner, sometimes the career path isn’t quite so clear.That’s where...Continue Reading

Starting and running a business? It’s a dream come true. But it’s also a challenge! No matter if you’re an established company or an entrepreneur looking to get up and running, sometimes you just need some help to get to the next level. But where can you turn for answers? The Greater...Continue Reading

In late March, thousands of residents in Fremont found themselves without power after winter decided to have a last hurrah, two days before the official arrival of spring.  Power lines down. Electricity off. For some, the outage lasted a few hours. For others, days. But within minutes, the community rallied...Continue Reading

Welding. Designing. Building. Making.  Students are buzzing with activity in Fremont Public School’s (FPS) gleaming new, $9.5M state-of-the-art Career and Technical Education Center (CTE). The innovative facility, which swung open its doors in 2024, operates with a solid vision: groom the up and coming “Toolbelt Generation” for rewarding careers in...Continue Reading