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Monthly Meeting Schedule!

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Located at 110 E. Anderson Street

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Trash Ordinance Update!

The Town of Selma has implemented updated ordinances for trash, recycling, and bulk waste collection.

Please view the following brochure for the most recent updates.

For complete guidelines, please contact Public Works at (919)-965-9841 or send an email

to public-works@selma-nc.com

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Our History

Selma was officially chartered as a Town on February 11, 1873, but the Town’s true birth took place on May 1, 1867, when there was a public sale of lots around a newly established station on the North Carolina Railroad. Selma was born as a “Railroad Town,” and our rail heritage is still evident today, with our recently renovated 1924 Union Depot (Selma Union Depot) supporting Amtrak service.

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Town of Selma Vision Statement:

The Town of Selma pursues a first-class quality of life by being an innovative, proactive, and inviting community that is building on our tradition as a transportation crossroads and railroad town.

Town of Selma Mission Statement:

The Town of Selma strives to provide an
outstanding small-town experience coupled
with the amenities of an economic hub for
industry, technology, and commerce by
delivering exceptional services to our citizens
and community stakeholders.

Our Mayor, Byron McAllister

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Welcome to Selma. We’re glad you’re here. Mayor McAllister’s story. Read more…

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News, Parks and Recreation

10th Annual Polar Bear Run

10th Annual Polar Bear Run The 10th Annual Polar Bear Run is almost here! Join us on January 24th at 10:00 AM for a frosty, feel-good 5K supporting Isaiah 117 House. 201 N Webb Street, Selma Check-in by 9:45…

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2025 Christmas Decorating Contest

Must Register by December 5th Forms available online & at Town Hall Participants must complete decorations by: December 8th @ 5:00pm Photos of Top businesses & homes posted online: December 9th by 5:00pm Online Voting from…

News, Parks and Recreation

Selma Railroad Days Pageant

Applications Now OPEN for the 2025 Miss Selma Railroad Days Pageant! We’re thrilled to officially open applications for this year’s pageant—and for the first time ever, we’re excited to introduce two brand new categories:…

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50th Annual Selma Railroad Days Festival

All Aboard for the 50th Annual Selma Railroad Days Festival! Join us in Downtown Selma from September 29th – October 5th as we celebrate 50 years of tradition, community, and our town’s railroad history! This milestone festival promises…

News, Parks and Recreation

July 4th – Downtown Selma Fireworks Display

🎆 Celebrate the 4th of July in Downtown Selma! Friday, July 4th, 2025 |📍 Downtown Selma, NC | 🕘 Fireworks at 9:15 PM The Town of Selma will be hosting a fireworks display in Downtown Selma on July 4th starting at 9:15 PM. The fireworks…

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Selma Town Hall:
212 North Raiford St
Selma, NC 27576

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8am to 5pm, Mon–Fri
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Finance Building:
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Selma, NC 27576

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