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<channel><title><![CDATA[City of Norris - News and Updates]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.cityofnorris.com/news]]></link><description><![CDATA[News and Updates]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:38:16 -0400</pubDate><generator>Weebly</generator><item><title><![CDATA[June 9, 2026 - City Council Vacancy]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.cityofnorris.com/news/june-9-2026-city-council-vacancy]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.cityofnorris.com/news/june-9-2026-city-council-vacancy#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:16:34 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.cityofnorris.com/news/june-9-2026-city-council-vacancy</guid><description><![CDATA[At the June 8, 2026 Regular City Council meeting, the Norris City Council accepted the resignation of Councilmember Loretta Painter and declared a vacancy on City Council.City Council will consider an appointment to fill the vacancy at the July 13, 2026 Regular City Council meeting.Individuals interested in being considered for appointment should submit a letter of interest and any related documents to the City Manager by email at citymanager@norristn.gov no later than Monday, June 22, 2026.City [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="paragraph">At the June 8, 2026 Regular City Council meeting, the Norris City Council accepted the resignation of Councilmember Loretta Painter and declared a vacancy on City Council.<br><br /><span></span>City Council will consider an appointment to fill the vacancy at the July 13, 2026 Regular City Council meeting.<br /><span></span>Individuals interested in being considered for appointment should submit a letter of interest and any related documents to the City Manager by email at <strong><a href="mailto:citymanager@norristn.gov">citymanager@norristn.gov</a></strong> no later than <strong>Monday, June 22, 2026</strong>.<br /><span></span>City Council members are expected to attend the regular City Council meeting held on the second Monday of each month at 6:00 p.m. City Council also serves as the Water Commission, which meets on the third Monday of each month at 6:00 p.m.<br><br /><span></span><strong>All submitted information is a public record and will be made available to the public in advance of the July 13 meeting.</strong> This will also provide current City Council members an opportunity to review submissions and speak with interested individuals prior to considering an appointment.<br><br /><span></span></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Norris Day 2026]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.cityofnorris.com/news/norris-day-2026]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.cityofnorris.com/news/norris-day-2026#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 20:01:55 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.cityofnorris.com/news/norris-day-2026</guid><description><![CDATA[      [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="https://www.cityofnorris.com/uploads/1/4/3/7/143740943/norris-day-26_orig.png" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[June 2026 Meeting Schedule]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.cityofnorris.com/news/june-2026-meeting-schedule]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.cityofnorris.com/news/june-2026-meeting-schedule#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 20:01:21 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.cityofnorris.com/news/june-2026-meeting-schedule</guid><description><![CDATA[      [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="https://www.cityofnorris.com/uploads/1/4/3/7/143740943/june-2026-schedule_orig.png" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meeting Notice - Rec Workshop]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.cityofnorris.com/news/meeting-notice-rec-workshop]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.cityofnorris.com/news/meeting-notice-rec-workshop#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 18:59:15 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.cityofnorris.com/news/meeting-notice-rec-workshop</guid><description><![CDATA[The Norris Recreation Commission will hold a workshop at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 2nd to discuss potential fundraising options for the Norris Sports Complex.&nbsp;The meeting will be held at the Norris Community Building, 20 Chestnut Drive. The public is invited to attend.&nbsp; [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="paragraph">The Norris Recreation Commission will hold a workshop at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 2nd to discuss potential fundraising options for the Norris Sports Complex.&nbsp;<br />The meeting will be held at the Norris Community Building, 20 Chestnut Drive. The public is invited to attend.&nbsp;</div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[2026 Summer Recreation Calendar]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.cityofnorris.com/news/2026-summer-recreation-calendar]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.cityofnorris.com/news/2026-summer-recreation-calendar#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 18:55:46 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.cityofnorris.com/news/2026-summer-recreation-calendar</guid><description><![CDATA[The City of Norris is happy to announce the 2026 Summer Recreation Program calendar.You can view the calendar below, or click here for a downloadable PDF.               [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="paragraph">The City of Norris is happy to announce the 2026 Summer Recreation Program calendar.<br />You can view the calendar below, or <a href="https://www.cityofnorris.com/uploads/1/4/3/7/143740943/summer_rec_calendar_2026.pdf" target="_blank">click here for a downloadable PDF.</a><br /></div>  <div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="https://www.cityofnorris.com/uploads/1/4/3/7/143740943/2026-summer-rec-calendar-front_orig.jpg" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>  <div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="https://www.cityofnorris.com/uploads/1/4/3/7/143740943/2026-summer-rec-calendar-back_orig.jpg" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[May 2026 Meeting Schedule]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.cityofnorris.com/news/may-2026-meeting-schedule]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.cityofnorris.com/news/may-2026-meeting-schedule#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 15:16:45 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.cityofnorris.com/news/may-2026-meeting-schedule</guid><description><![CDATA[      [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="https://www.cityofnorris.com/uploads/1/4/3/7/143740943/may-2026-schedule-updated_orig.png" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[2026 Norris Concerts on the Commons]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.cityofnorris.com/news/2026-norris-concerts-on-the-commons]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.cityofnorris.com/news/2026-norris-concerts-on-the-commons#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 14:16:17 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.cityofnorris.com/news/2026-norris-concerts-on-the-commons</guid><description><![CDATA[       The City of Norris is pleased to announce the 2026 Concerts on the Commons series. This year&rsquo;s lineup features five evenings of live music for the community to enjoy.All performances begin at 7:00 p.m. and will take place on the Norris Middle School stage adjacent to the Lion&rsquo;s Club Pavilion.2026 Schedule:&bull; June 5 &ndash; LJB&bull; June 12 &ndash; My New Favorites&bull; June 26 &ndash; Liquid Velvet&bull; July 4 &ndash; 110 in the Shade&bull; July 10 &ndash; Small WarsRes [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="https://www.cityofnorris.com/uploads/1/4/3/7/143740943/concerts-2026-web-ad-2_orig.png" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>  <div class="paragraph">The City of Norris is pleased to announce the 2026 Concerts on the Commons series. This year&rsquo;s lineup features five evenings of live music for the community to enjoy.<br /><span></span>All performances begin at 7:00 p.m. and will take place on the Norris Middle School stage adjacent to the Lion&rsquo;s Club Pavilion.<br /><span></span>2026 Schedule:<br />&bull; June 5 &ndash; LJB<br />&bull; June 12 &ndash; My New Favorites<br />&bull; June 26 &ndash; Liquid Velvet<br />&bull; July 4 &ndash; 110 in the Shade<br />&bull; July 10 &ndash; Small Wars<br /><span></span>Residents and visitors are encouraged to bring chairs or blankets and enjoy an evening of music in a welcoming community setting.<br /><span></span></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Norris Meeting Schedule April 2026]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.cityofnorris.com/news/norris-meeting-schedule-april-2026]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.cityofnorris.com/news/norris-meeting-schedule-april-2026#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 14:21:40 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.cityofnorris.com/news/norris-meeting-schedule-april-2026</guid><description><![CDATA[      [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="https://www.cityofnorris.com/uploads/1/4/3/7/143740943/april-2026-meeting-schedule_orig.png" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Norris Little Theatre Tickets Available]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.cityofnorris.com/news/norris-little-theatre-tickets-available]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.cityofnorris.com/news/norris-little-theatre-tickets-available#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 13:19:42 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.cityofnorris.com/news/norris-little-theatre-tickets-available</guid><description><![CDATA[       Tickets are available for the Norris Little Theatre's production of the Red Velvet Cake War.&nbsp;Shows will be held on Friday, May 8th and Saturday, May 9th at 7:00 p.m. with an additional show to be held on Sunday May 10th at 2:00 p.m.Tickets can be purchased on the following dates outside of the Norris Post Office:Saturday, April 18 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.mSaturday, April 25 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.mSaturday, May 2 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.mBeginning Monday, May 4, tickets will b [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="https://www.cityofnorris.com/uploads/1/4/3/7/143740943/ticket-info-the-red-velvet-cake-war-by-11-x-17-in_orig.png" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>  <div class="paragraph">Tickets are available for the Norris Little Theatre's production of the Red Velvet Cake War.&nbsp;<br />Shows will be held on <strong>Friday, May 8th</strong> and <strong>Saturday, May 9th</strong> at <strong>7:00 p.m.</strong> with an additional show to be held on <strong>Sunday May 10th</strong> at <strong>2:00 p.m.</strong><br /><strong>Tickets can be purchased on the following dates outside of the Norris Post Office:</strong><ul><li><strong>Saturday, April 18</strong> from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m</li><li><strong>Saturday, April 25 </strong>from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m</li><li><strong>Saturday, May 2</strong> from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m</li></ul><strong>Beginning Monday, May 4, tickets will be available for purchase in the City Office from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.<br /></strong>Tickets are $15. Children 5 and under can get in for free.</div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Summer Positions Available with the City of Norris]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.cityofnorris.com/news/summer-positions-available-with-the-city-of-norris]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.cityofnorris.com/news/summer-positions-available-with-the-city-of-norris#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 13:36:23 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.cityofnorris.com/news/summer-positions-available-with-the-city-of-norris</guid><description><![CDATA[The City of Norris is currently accepting applications for two seasonal summer employment opportunities. These positions offer a chance to gain hands-n work experience while contributing to the maintenance of City facilities and the operation of community recreation programs. Positions generally begin in late May and run through the summer.  Public Works Summer CrewThe Public Works Summer Crew assists City staff with a variety of outdoor projects and maintenance activities. Work may include trai [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="paragraph">The City of Norris is currently accepting applications for two seasonal summer employment opportunities. These positions offer a chance to gain hands-n work experience while contributing to the maintenance of City facilities and the operation of community recreation programs. Positions generally begin in late May and run through the summer.</div>  <div class="paragraph"><strong>Public Works Summer Crew</strong><br />The Public Works Summer Crew assists City staff with a variety of outdoor projects and maintenance activities. Work may include trail and park maintenance, facility upkeep, landscaping, and other general labor supporting City infrastructure and natural areas. This position is well suited for individuals who enjoy working outdoors and contributing to the care of Norris&rsquo;s public spaces.<br /></div>  <div class="paragraph">&#8203;<strong>Recreation Crew Leaders</strong><br />Recreation Crew Leaders support the City&rsquo;s summer recreation programming by helping plan and supervise activities for youth participants. Duties include leading games and crafts, monitoring activities for safety and appropriate behavior, and helping create a fun and welcoming environment for program participants.</div>  <div class="paragraph"><strong>Additional details regarding duties, pay ranges, qualifications, and application instructions are provided in the position announcements below.</strong></div>  <div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="https://www.cityofnorris.com/uploads/1/4/3/7/143740943/pw-summer-crew-ad-2026_orig.png" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>  <div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="https://www.cityofnorris.com/uploads/1/4/3/7/143740943/summer-rec-ad-2026_orig.png" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>]]></content:encoded></item></channel></rss>