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Pasewalk Avenue Closure
Beginning Tuesday, July 6, street repairs will begin on the eastbound traffic lane of W. Pasewalk Avenue from the northeast corner of the Hwy 275 intersection to the edge of Big Red Keno’s entrance. This section will be closed to traffic traveling northeast on W. Pasewalk. Drivers can use S. 20th Street or S. 25th Street as an alternate route.
The westbound traffic lane of W. Pasewalk Avenue…
37th Street Closure Extended
Closure extended an additional week for a portion of 37th Street for the installation of storm sewer associated with the 37th Street Drainage Improvement project. This closure will occur between Omaha Avenue and Bradford Avenue with an anticipated completion date of July 2, 2021.
Transfer Station Extends Hours to Assist with Tree Debris Clean-Up
Due to the high winds from the storm, the brush pile at the Norfolk Transfer Station has extended hours to assist local residents with clean-up.
Gates will be open from 7:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. Thursday, June 24 and Friday, June 25 and from 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 26.
The Norfolk Transfer Station is located at 610 E Monroe Ave. If you have questions please call the Solid…
Pasewalk Avenue Closure
On Wednesday June 16, 2021 the eastbound traffic lane of Pasewalk Avenue from US 275 to the entrances to Big Red Sports Bar and Madison County Bank will be closed for the installation of pedestrian crosswalk markings. Driveways to adjacent businesses along Pasewalk Avenue will remain open during the road closure. The road closure is scheduled to begin at 9:30AM and will last approximately 1 hour. …
Update: AquaVenture Closing Early on Several Dates
AquaVenture will close early on the following dates and times for private parties. Half price admission will be offered on these days.
Saturday June 12th closing at 4:30pm
Saturday June 26th closing at 5:30pm
Saturday, July 3rd closing at 6:30pm
Sunday, July 4th closing at 6:30pm
Saturday July 17th closing at 3:30pm
Please check…
37th Street Closure
On Monday, June 14, 2021 a portion of 37th Street will be closed for the installation of storm sewer associated with the 37th Street Drainage Improvement Project. This closure will occur between Omaha Avenue and Bradford Avenue and will last for approximately 10 days.
Open House for Johnson Park Project
A public Open House will be held on Tuesday, June 15, 2021, from 5-7 p.m. at the Norfolk Public Library, Room C, 308 W Prospect Ave, Norfolk, Nebraska. The Open House will offer citizens a chance to learn more about the park, transportation, and in-river improvements in and around Johnson Park. City staff and the project consultants will be available to discuss the project and answer questions.…
AquaVenture Opening May 31
Due to chilly temperatures forecast for the weekend, opening day for AquaVenture will be Monday, May 31, 2021.
Farmers Market Season Kicks Off Saturday in Downtown Space
Riverpoint Square in downtown Norfolk has an exciting lineup this summer. The Norfolk Farmers Market has relocated to downtown and the Downtown Norfolk Association’s Concert Series will set up in the square as well. The Norfolk Farmers Market season kicks off this Saturday, May 29, at Riverpoint Square.
The Farmers Market is open every Tuesday and Thursday from…
Weidner Announces Move to Nucor
Shane Weidner has announced his resignation from his position as Norfolk’s Public Safety Director, effective as of the close of business on June 15, 2021. Weidner will be taking a new position with Nucor Steel Nebraska. The Mayor, City Council and staff members have expressed their appreciation to Shane for his impact on city operations during his 31-year career with the City.
Shane began…