Town of Selma

10/21/2026

🎄🎅 SELMA CHRISTMAS PARADE APPLICATIONS ARE NOW AVAILABLE! 🎅🎄

It’s time to spread some Christmas cheer in Downtown Selma! ❤️💚

The Town of Selma is excited to announce that applications are now available for the 2026 Selma Christmas Parade!

We invite local businesses, churches, schools, organizations, community groups, and families to join us in making this year’s parade a magical celebration for our community!

📅 Tuesday, December 1, 2026

⏰ Parade Begins at 7:00 PM

📍 Downtown Selma, NC

✨ Ready to join the fun? Complete your parade application using the link below!

📝 Parade Application:
https://selma-nc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/2026-Selma-Christmas-Parade-Application.pdf

📧 Submit Completed Applications To:
[email protected]

Whether you’re decorating a festive float, bringing your favorite holiday characters, or simply spreading Christmas cheer, we would love to have you be part of this beloved Selma tradition!

🎄 Let’s make this year’s Christmas Parade one to remember! We can’t wait to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with you!

10/20/2026

📢 WE’RE HIRING! JOIN THE TOWN OF SELMA TEAM! 💙

The Town of Selma is seeking a Meter/Billing Technician! 🚰⚡

Are you looking for an opportunity to serve your community and be part of a dedicated team? This could be the perfect opportunity for you!

💼 Position: Meter/Billing Technician

Responsibilities include reading and maintaining electric and water meters, recording utility consumption, assisting customers with service inquiries, processing service orders, and supporting utility billing operations.

📋 Qualifications include:

High school graduation or equivalent education and experience.

Some meter-reading experience.

A valid North Carolina driver's license.

Strong attention to detail, math skills, and customer service abilities.

📩 How to Apply:

Submit a completed and signed Town of Selma Employment Application. You may also include your resume, but a resume alone will not be accepted in place of the completed application.

Email your application to [email protected] or submit it in person or by mail to:

Town of Selma
Attn: Leigh Ann Blanton, HR Director
114 N. Raiford Street
Selma, NC 27576

🔗 View the full job description and application details here:
https://selma-nc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Employment-Ad-Meter-Billing-Technician.pdf

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10/20/2026

Road work has concluded for the day!

🚧 TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE 🚧

Heads up, ! 👷‍♂️

N. Sharpe Street, between Lizzie Street and Pelham Street, will be temporarily closed this morning for road repairs.

Please use an alternate route and exercise caution when traveling in the area.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as crews work to make these necessary repairs!

Please check back here for updates on when the road will reopen.

10/19/2026

🚦 SAFE ROADS START WITH YOU! 🚔

Whether you're heading to work, dropping the kids off at school, or running errands around town, your choices behind the wheel make a difference!

The Selma Police Department reminds all drivers to practice safe driving habits every time they hit the road.

🚗 Obey posted speed limits.
📱 Put the phone down and eliminate distractions.
🚦 Follow traffic signals and signs.
↔️ Maintain a safe following distance.
👀 Stay alert and watch for pedestrians, cyclists, and other motorists.

A few extra seconds of patience could prevent a lifetime of heartache.

Let's work together to keep our streets and community safe, Selma! 💙

10/19/2026

📢 **TOWN OF SELMA BOARD POSITIONS NOW AVAILABLE!**

Are you looking for a way to get involved and make a difference in your community? The Town of Selma has several board vacancies available, and we invite interested residents to apply!

📋 **Current Vacancies Include:**

🔹 **Appearance Commission**
• Two (2) ETJ vacancies

🔹 **Recreation Advisory Board**
• One (1) ETJ vacancy

🔹 **Board of Adjustment**
• One (1) Town Limit vacancy
• One (1) ETJ alternate vacancy
• Two (2) Town Limit alternate vacancies

🔹 **Planning Board**
• One (1) Town Limit vacancy

Serving on a Town board is a great opportunity to share your ideas, contribute to local decision-making, and help shape the future of Selma!

🔎 **Interested in learning more or applying?** Scan the QR code on the flyer for additional information.

We encourage qualified and interested individuals to take this opportunity to get involved and help our community continue to grow and thrive!

10/19/2026

🚂✨ There's always something happening in !

From fun activities at the Selma Public Library to community gatherings, local entertainment, and more, there's plenty to enjoy around town this week!

📅 Take a look at this week's lineup, mark your calendars, and make plans to get out and enjoy all that Selma has to offer!

We hope to see you around town! ❤️

What is happening this week in ?

MONDAY
5:00 PM LEGO Club meets at Selma Public Library
6:00 PM Town of Selma Appearance Commission meets in the Jernigan Building

TUESDAY
6:00 PM Recreation Advisory Board meets in the Jernigan Building

WEDNESDAY
9:00 AM Activate Selma NC meets at Raiford Street Park
9:30 AM Toddler Time at Selma Public Library
10:00 AM Creepy Creature Story and a Craft at Selma Public Library
12:00 PM Mayor Office Hour at 112 E Anderson Street
5:00 PM Activate Selma NC After Hours meets at Oat and Barrell 100 W Anderson Street

THURSDAY
4:00 PM Crochet at Selma Public Library
6:30 PM Yoga at Mystical Mysti Candles

FRIDAY
4:30 PM Mayor Office Hour at 112 E Anderson Street

SATURDAY
6:45 PM Classic Country Jubilee performs at The Rudy Theatre, Live at The Rudy

10/15/2026

🎃 Let’s see those pumpkins, Selma! Who’s ready to decorate? 👀🧡

Calling all little artists, creative families, and Halloween lovers! 🧡🖤 It’s time to get crafty and show off your creativity in the Selma Public Library’s Annual Pumpkin Decorating Contest! 🎨🎃

✨ Grab a pumpkin and let your imagination run wild! Whether you go spooky, silly, cute, or totally over-the-top, we want to see what you create!

🧡 The best part? NO CARVING! Decorate your pumpkin any way you want and let your creativity shine!

📅 Judging Day: October 30th

Don’t miss out on the Halloween fun! Get your pumpkin ready, bring your creative ideas to life, and join us for a little friendly competition at the Selma Public Library! 🕷️🧙‍♀️

🎃 Let’s see those pumpkins, Selma! Who’s ready to decorate? 👀🧡

10/12/2026

There’s plenty happening this week in ! 🚂
Check out the lineup below and make plans to join us around town!

📌 Reminder: Town offices and the Selma Public Library are closed today.

What is happening this week in ?

MONDAY
Town of Selma and Selma Public Library CLOSED

TUESDAY
5:30 PM SES TITLE One & Hispanic Heritage Night at Selma Elementary School
6:00 PM Town of Selma Council Meeting Two happening in the Jernigan Building

WEDNESDAY
9:00 AM Activate Selma NC meets at at Let's Read Books and More, 202 N Raiford Street
9:30 AM Toddler Time at Selma Public Library
10:00 AM Spanish Heritage Story and a Craft at Selma Public Library
12:00 PM Mayor Office Hour at 112 E Anderson Street
5:00 PM Activate Selma After Hours meets at Oat & Barrell 100 W Anderson Street

THURSDAY
12:45 PM Classic Country Jubilee performs at The Rudy Theatre, Live at The Rudy
4:00 PM Crochet at Selma Public Library
6:30 PM Yoga at Mystical Mysti Candles

FRIDAY
4:30 PM Mayor Office Hour at 112 E Anderson Street

10/08/2026

📢 HOLIDAY CLOSURE NOTICE

Please note that Town of Selma offices and the Selma Public Library will be closed on Monday, October 12, in observance of Columbus Day.

📚 The Selma Public Library will also be closed on Saturday, October 10.

All offices and the Library will reopen on Tuesday, October 13, during regular business hours.

☎️ To report utility issues after hours or on holidays, please call (919) 934-9411.

Thank you, and we hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable holiday weekend!

10/06/2026

🎅🚂 SANTA TRAIN WAITLIST UPDATE! 🚂🎄

If you were placed on the waitlist for Selma Santa Train tickets, be sure to check your email! 📧👀

We are excited to share that we were able to secure a limited number of additional tickets and have begun contacting those on our waitlist! 🎟️✨

We know the excitement surrounding the return of the Selma Santa Train has been incredible, and we truly wish we could accommodate everyone this year. To those who weren’t able to join us this time, we sincerely apologize, and we’ve heard you loud and clear! ❤️

We’ll be working to secure even more tickets for next year so more families can experience this special Selma tradition. 🎄🚂

Thank you for the AMAZING response and for being just as excited as we are to have the Selma Santa Train back! ❤️

🎅🚂✨ ALL ABOARD! THE SELMA SANTA TRAIN IS BACK! ✨🚂🎅

After a few years away, one of Selma’s beloved Christmas traditions is making its return, and we are SO excited to welcome families aboard the Selma Santa Train! 🎄❤️

Get ready for a magical evening filled with Christmas carols, refreshments, photo opportunities with Santa, a Christmas celebration in Downtown Wilson, and plenty of holiday fun along the way! 🎶🎅

🎁 Each ticket also includes a special Selma Santa Train ornament souvenir to take home and remember the night!

🎟️ TICKET PRICES:
✨ Family of 4 — $150
✨ Adults — $50
✨ Children 12 & Under — $35

🚨 SPACE IS LIMITED AND TICKETS ARE FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED! Don’t wait to reserve your seats!

👉 Click the link below to purchase your tickets:
https://selma.recdesk.com/Community/Program

Grab the family, bundle up, and get ready for a Christmas experience you won’t forget! 🎄✨ We can’t wait to see the Selma Santa Train rolling down the tracks again! 🚂🎅❤️