Public Safety Point Message to Norfolk Residents
I think it is fair to say we were all hoping the Corona Virus would be long gone by now, and that life would be substantially back to normal. Unfortunately, that is not the case. At no time since Covid-19 arrived, has its presence been more profound right here in Norfolk, NE. At Norfolk Fire & Rescue, we are experiencing a large uptick of Covid related calls for service and the presence of sick patients is undeniable. Last month (October), was the busiest single month in the 136-year history of the
Free Trees For Fall Planting
Thanks to the Free Trees for Fall Planting program, an effort of the Nebraska Forest Service and the Nebraska Statewide Arboretum, the City of Norfolk Parks and Recreation Division received 10 trees for the 2020 Tree Replacement Project. Ten trees were planted in high profile areas throughout the City, at Ta-Ha-Zouka Park, Winter Park and along 7th and 13th Streets, to replace trees that recently died. Trees planted included various oaks, lindens, sycamore, caltapa and a tulip tree. Despite providing a
City, Health Care, Business Leaders Urge Help in Slowing COVID Transmission
As Covid-19 numbers increase significantly and hospitalizations strain health care systems, City of Norfolk officials joined with health care and business leaders to encourage area residents to do their part to help slow transmission of the virus, protect public health, and avoid further mandated shutdowns and business restrictions. "The reality is if we don't help our health care system by slowing transmission rates, we could very well see another round of mandated shutdowns and business restrictions,”
US-81/N-91 Traffic Movements Will Change Near Humphrey
US-81/N-91 Traffic Movements Will Change Near Humphrey October 20, 2020 (Norfolk, Neb.) —- Today, traffic restrictions will be changed on US-81 and N-91, according to the Nebraska Department of Transportation. The restricted turns at the US-81/N-91 intersection will be implemented. Left turns will not be allowed. Drivers will need to turn right and proceed to the U-Turn crossover. Motorists are reminded to drive cautiously in and near construction zone, to expect delays and buckle
