https://www.fremontecodev.org Greater Fremont Development Council News Feed Tue, 19 May 2026 05:14:19 +0000 en-US https://www.fremontecodev.org/about-us/latest-news/p/item/67175/nebraska-recognized-as-having-one-of-the-best-business-climates-in-the-us https://www.fremontecodev.org/about-us/latest-news/p/item/67175/nebraska-recognized-as-having-one-of-the-best-business-climates-in-the-us Fri, 10 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Nebraska edged out over half the nation by landing on Site Selector Magazine’s list of 2025 Top State Business Climate Rankings.Industry participants were asked to rank each state as “most likely to succeed.” Among the top criteria site selectors took into consideration were each state’s ability to offer:Pro-business policies including... https://www.fremontecodev.org/about-us/latest-news/p/item/66918/have-a-great-business-idea-pitch-it!-you-could-win-5000 https://www.fremontecodev.org/about-us/latest-news/p/item/66918/have-a-great-business-idea-pitch-it!-you-could-win-5000 Mon, 23 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000 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... https://www.fremontecodev.org/about-us/latest-news/p/item/66044/wondering-how-to-start-and-sustain-a-business-in-fremont https://www.fremontecodev.org/about-us/latest-news/p/item/66044/wondering-how-to-start-and-sustain-a-business-in-fremont Thu, 08 Jan 2026 06:00:00 +0000 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... https://www.fremontecodev.org/about-us/latest-news/p/item/65696/gfdc-welcomes-new-team-member-and-highlights-housing-development-funds https://www.fremontecodev.org/about-us/latest-news/p/item/65696/gfdc-welcomes-new-team-member-and-highlights-housing-development-funds Fri, 05 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000 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... https://www.fremontecodev.org/about-us/latest-news/p/item/65296/a-celebration-of-ladies-in-leadership-womenowned-businesses-inspire-and-empower-greater-fremont https://www.fremontecodev.org/about-us/latest-news/p/item/65296/a-celebration-of-ladies-in-leadership-womenowned-businesses-inspire-and-empower-greater-fremont Fri, 31 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0000 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... https://www.fremontecodev.org/about-us/latest-news/p/item/64534/work-better-live-better-your-best-life-starts-in-greater-fremont! https://www.fremontecodev.org/about-us/latest-news/p/item/64534/work-better-live-better-your-best-life-starts-in-greater-fremont! Tue, 09 Sep 2025 05:00:00 +0000 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... https://www.fremontecodev.org/about-us/latest-news/p/item/64057/high-school-juniors-jumpstart-interest-in-fremont-mall https://www.fremontecodev.org/about-us/latest-news/p/item/64057/high-school-juniors-jumpstart-interest-in-fremont-mall Fri, 08 Aug 2025 05:00:00 +0000 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... https://www.fremontecodev.org/about-us/latest-news/p/item/63937/fremont-leads-nebraska-in-economic-growth https://www.fremontecodev.org/about-us/latest-news/p/item/63937/fremont-leads-nebraska-in-economic-growth Fri, 01 Aug 2025 05:00:00 +0000 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... https://www.fremontecodev.org/about-us/latest-news/p/item/63854/fremonts-income-growth https://www.fremontecodev.org/about-us/latest-news/p/item/63854/fremonts-income-growth Mon, 28 Jul 2025 05:00:00 +0000 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... https://www.fremontecodev.org/about-us/latest-news/p/item/63664/regional-partnership-tackles-childcare-shortages https://www.fremontecodev.org/about-us/latest-news/p/item/63664/regional-partnership-tackles-childcare-shortages Mon, 14 Jul 2025 05:00:00 +0000 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... https://www.fremontecodev.org/about-us/latest-news/p/item/63465/building-connections-the-midland-university-mentorship-program https://www.fremontecodev.org/about-us/latest-news/p/item/63465/building-connections-the-midland-university-mentorship-program Tue, 01 Jul 2025 05:00:00 +0000 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... https://www.fremontecodev.org/about-us/latest-news/p/item/62714/your-goto-resource-to-help-turn-your-business-dreams-into-a-reality! https://www.fremontecodev.org/about-us/latest-news/p/item/62714/your-goto-resource-to-help-turn-your-business-dreams-into-a-reality! Wed, 07 May 2025 05:00:00 +0000 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... https://www.fremontecodev.org/about-us/latest-news/p/item/62412/community-works!-residents-and-businesses-partner-to-power-through-winter-storm https://www.fremontecodev.org/about-us/latest-news/p/item/62412/community-works!-residents-and-businesses-partner-to-power-through-winter-storm Fri, 18 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0000 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... https://www.fremontecodev.org/about-us/latest-news/p/item/61649/new-stateoftheart-cte-center-buzzing-with-student-activity https://www.fremontecodev.org/about-us/latest-news/p/item/61649/new-stateoftheart-cte-center-buzzing-with-student-activity Wed, 26 Feb 2025 06:00:00 +0000 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...