By Andi Anderson
Freeport residents have a busy holiday season ahead with festive events, teacher recognition, and city grant applications.
The City Council is applying for a $1 million Community Development Block Grant to address sanitary sewer issues.
Award-winning teacher Lisa Corp from The Open Bible Learning Center was named the 2025 Illinois Agriculture in the Classroom Teacher of the Year.
The annual Cookies with Santa at the YMCA and the Community Festival of Trees at the Freeport Public Library are among the many holiday happenings.
Residents can learn more about Medicare and enjoy holiday music at the Senior Resource Center and Highland Community College.
The Freeport Public Library is partnering with FHN for Frosty Family Fun and Santa letter drop-off locations.
The Freeport area boasts numerous holiday events, including the final performance of Christmas Memories and the Lindo Theatre’s Select Pix Classic film series finale.
The Freeport Bird City designation is being renewed, recognizing the city's commitment to bird conservation.
Small Business Saturday encourages community support for local businesses.
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Categories: Illinois, Rural Lifestyle