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Fremont, NE

Fremont is a city and county seat of Dodge County in the eastern portion of the state of Nebraska in the Midwestern United States. The population was 27,141 at the 2020 census, making it the 6th most populous city in Nebraska. Fremont is the home of Midland University.

Fremont is located along the Platte River, approximately 35 miles (56 km) northwest of the largest city in the area, Omaha, and 50 miles (80 km) northeast of the state capitol, Lincoln. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 8.85 square miles (22.92 km²), of which 8.80 square miles (22.79 km²) is land and 0.05 square miles (0.13 km²) is water. Fremont lies in the river plain between the Platte and Elkhorn rivers, at an elevation of approximately 366 meters (1,203 ft) above sea level.

From the 1830s to the 1860s, the area saw a great deal of traffic due to the Mormon Trail, which passed along the north bank of the Platte River. A ferry connected the two banks of the Elkhorn River near Fremont. It was a major overland route for emigrant settlers going to the West, the military and hunters.

Fremont was laid out in 1856 in anticipation that the railroad would be extended to that site. It was named after the American explorer, politician and military official General John C. Frémont. By 1857, there were 13 log houses in the town. The Union Pacific Railroad reached the town in December 1865 becoming the first railroad into the future rail hub. Sioux City and Pacific Railroad completed track into the town in 1868 with the Elkhorn Valley Railroad arriving in 1869.

Due to the town's geographically central location, the First Transcontinental Telegraph line (1861), railroad (1865) and highway (1913) passed through or very near Fremont. Original brick portions of the "Old Lincoln Highway" are located east of Fremont, on the way to Omaha. Fremont is the namesake for the Fremont neighborhood in Seattle, which was settled by Luther H. Griffith and Edward Blewett from Fremont.

On January 10, 1976, in downtown Fremont, the Pathfinder Hotel exploded due to a natural gas leak in the basement. At the time the hotel was being used as apartments, mostly occupied by senior citizens. It also was a meeting place for philanthropic and business organizations, and had a drug store on the northwest corner. The explosion shattered windows around the city, and the ensuing fire killed 23 people and destroyed most of the city block of the hotel. Fremont gained national attention in 2010 when residents approved a referendum that would ban illegal immigrants from renting and working in the town.

Health and wellness are paramount in Fremont, with the city offering various amenities and services to support the well-being of its residents. The Methodist Fremont Health stands as a cornerstone in providing comprehensive healthcare services to the community. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Fremont Parks and Recreation Department offers. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include CrossFit Kohana, HotWorx and Anytime Fitness. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Fremont, such as the Calvin Crest Loop and Hormel Park Path. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Fremont, NE include the Louis E. May Museum, Fremont State Recreation Area, and Sidner Ice Arena.

Population: 27,318 (2022). Area: 10.86 sq mi (28.12 km²). Elevation: 1,164 feet (355 meters). ZIP Code: 68025. Area Code: 402.

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What is Fremont, NE known for?

Historic downtown Fremont is known for its numerous antique stores, and a collection of historical buildings. Several local buildings are on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP). Among these is the Love-Larson Opera House on Broad Street, built in 1888. Later used as apartments and a grocery store, it was restored for theatre use by a non-profit group in the 1970s, and again in 2003 by the Fremont High Drama Club.

What is the ethnicity of Fremont, NE?

Fremont, NE is home to a population of 27.2k people, from which 96.5% are citizens. As of 2022, 6.33% of Fremont, NE residents were born outside of the country (1.72k people). In 2022, there were 8.81 times more White (Non-Hispanic) residents (21.5k people) in Fremont, NE than any other race or ethnicity. There were 2.44k White (Hispanic) and 902 Two+ (Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.

Is Fremont, NE a good place to live?

Fremont is in Dodge County. Living in Fremont offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Fremont there are a lot of parks. Many families live in Fremont and residents tend to lean conservative.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Fremont

Methodist Fremont Health 

Fremont Parks and Recreation Department 

CrossFit Kohana

HotWorx 

Anytime Fitness

Calvin Crest Loop 

Hormel Park Path

Louis E. May Museum

Fremont State Recreation Area

Sidner Ice Arena

DataUSA

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