by Richard Ortiz | Mar 23, 2021 | Uncategorized
2021 Freeburg Chamber of Commerce
Scholarship Application
Administered by the Freeburg Chamber of Commerce
Freeburg, IL
The Freeburg Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring two, onetime $500.00 scholarships to be awarded to a 2021 FCHS graduate.
Only those applications which include all of the information requested will be considered. The name of the successful applicant will be announced at Honors Night at FCHS.
Funding will be sent directly to the recipient once enrollment is validated by student. Incomplete applications will be disqualified.
The following must be included with this application form:
1.A typed 200-300 word essay on the topic:
“The Significance of Small Business in Today’s Economy”
2.Current transcripts from FCHS
3.Letters from two character references, one of which must come from an
instructor who influenced the applicant’s plans for the future. Letters
written by relatives are not acceptable.
Student contact information —email, cell number, is requested in the event that an interview is to be scheduled.
Deadline: This application form along with all requested information must be received at the FCHS guidance office by April 16th, 2021.
The Freeburg Chamber of Commerce Scholarship Committee may request an interview with candidates prior to its final selection.
Each applicant will be considered without preference to race, color, creed, sex, or national origin.
by Richard Ortiz | Sep 10, 2020 | Uncategorized
*To pick up a paper copy of the map, stop by Country Mart, Freeburg Printing, or the Freeburg Village Hall.
by Richard Ortiz | Aug 31, 2020 | Uncategorized
The Freeburg Chamber of Commerce is saddened to announce that we have made the difficult decision to cancel our annual Fall Festival and Chili Cook Off in 2020 due to COVID-19 and associated restrictions. This is difficult for us not only because the tireless efforts of our volunteers and friends in the community have made this an increasingly successful event, but because it has become a major fund raiser for two worthy Freeburg charities. Last year, the Fall Festival raised $13,026 for the Freeburg Food and Clothing Bank and Utility Assistance Fund.
The Food and Clothing Bank is run by St. Paul’s United Church of Christ. The bank recently moved into a larger building 1050 N State Street. The Food and Clothing Bank helps between 30-40 families each month with food and clothing donations collected from around the Freeburg community. The bank is open the first and second Tuesday of each month from 2pm to 4pm and the third Thursday from 5pm to 7pm. To contact the Food and Clohting Bank or donate, call 618.539.5070 for more information.
We urge the community to help out these worthy causes in a year when the COVID-19 has caused financial hardship on many families in our community. The virus and shutdowns have also caused hardship for our member business, so please remember to shop Freeburg first and do all that you can to support or community establishments while staying safe.
The Freeburg Chamber is considering alternative ways to help these charities in 2020.
by Richard Ortiz | Jun 28, 2020 | Local News
Illinois has entered Phase 4 of the Governor’s Restore Illinois plan. Under these new guidelines we are inching closer to being fully open.
What does this mean for Freeburg?
Restaurants are now able to allow indoor dining at 25% capacity in addition to the outdoor accommodations that several of our members have had available. This is a welcome change for all restaurants, particularly those who have been unable to provide outdoor seating.
Gatherings of less than 50 people are also being permitted, provided that social distancing is being practiced. The Freeburg Chamber of Commerce will make a decision soon about when to restart in-person meetings.
Our meetings have been on hiatus during the lockdown, with the Chamber Board of Directors meeting via Zoom. This has unfortunately forced us to cancel and/or postpone several events, including the annual FCC/Freeburg Rotary BBQ and the Chamber Pool Night.
With our member businesses and Village Pool now open for business with restrictions, please come out and support our community. Stay safe, please follow any safety guidelines that businesses ask of you when visiting their establishments. Shop small, shop local, and shop Freeburg.
by Richard Ortiz | Mar 23, 2020 | Local Events
The COVID-19 pandemic has hit us all so far. As a community, it’s time to rally together. In light of the “shelter in place” order by the Governor of Illinois,
Freeburg Country Mart
Freeburg Country Mart is offering no-contact grocery and ready meal pickup. The Village of Freeburg is also delivering groceries to those who need them. There will be a senior-only shopping hour from 7am-8am every day during this crisis. You can order online yourcountrymart.com or call (618) 539-3163.
Reifshneider’s Grill and Grape
Reifschneider’s is offering carryout curbside service. Call (618) 710-0200 to place an order.
Tequila Olvera
Tequilas is offering carryout curbside service. Call (618) 539-9820 to place an order.
Valentine’s Restaurant
Valentine’s is offering carryout curbside service. Call (618) 539-9169 to place an order.
Freeburg Dominos
Dominoes is providing no-contact carryout and delivery options. Call (618) 710-0333 or visit dominos.com to place an order.
Freeburg McDonalds
Freeburg McDonalds has the drive through open.
Freeburg Dairy Queen
Freeburg Dairy Queen will have their drive through open and curbside service can be ordered on the DQ app.
88 China
88 Chine has takeout available. You can order at 618-539-9898.
Freeburg Subway
Freeburg Subway has an open drive through.
Please support these establishments as they attempt to cope with this pandemic. We are all in this together as a community. Consider purchasing gift cards for future use and please remember to tip your server. Stay safe and healthy!
