Although the town was not chartered until 1873, its origins are in 1867, when lots were sold around a newly established station on the North Carolina Railroad. Selma is located in Johnston County, within the Coastal Plains region of the state, about thirty miles east of Raleigh.
Recommended Resources
Luxury hotel located in Selma. Ava Gardner Museum, Bentonville Battlefield and the Cardinal Country Club are some of the attractions which travelers can enjoy during their stay at Quality Inn.
http://www.qualityinn.com/hotel-selma-north_carolina-NC145
Smithfield-Selma Chamber Of Commerce
Provides a variety of programs and services to Smithfield and Selma-based businesses. Includes area business news, resources on planning and zoning issues, member directory, membership details, events calendar and local links.
http://www.smithfieldselma.com/
Covers the latest news and other goings-on in and around the town of Selma. Includes online classifieds, newsstand directory, picture gallery, events calendar and other useful links.
http://www.theselmanews.com/
Government site with access to town departments, elected officials and public services. Includes town news and announcements, meetings and events, employment opportunities and local links.
http://www.selma-nc.com/
