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1. The State Primary elections will take place today. Polls open at 7 a.m. For information on where to vote, click here.

2. Happy first day of school to Norwood students and teachers! With today also being election day, make sure to be cautious when driving in the area of the elementary schools to vote!

3. Norwood Day buttons are now available for purchase at the Morrill Library for $3 each! Remember buttons will be $4 the day of the event - Sept. 15.

4. Senior Bowling is offered every Thursday at the Norwood Sports Center at 9:30 a.m. This is a mixed league and three strings are played for $6.

5. The Women's Community Committee Thrift Shop will be open today from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. For more information click here.