Information about popping fireworks in city limits
Information for popping fireworks in the city limits
Forrest City Public Library monthly book sale will be Monday (7/6). Books sell for $3.00 per bag and the bags will be provided. Plus, you choose the books.
NEARCO Policy Change
The NEARCO recycling facility in Madison is now charging a fee for taking used tires.
The changes were implemented by the state legislature and will be viable for a year with new legislation addressing the future of tire collection coming at the next session.
The new tire collection rates range from $3 for small tires to $27 for extra-large agricultural tires. The complete price list can be found on County Judge Craig Jones’ Facebook page.
Judge Jones says that they’re expecting to take in between 8,000 to 12,000 used tires a month. The average citizen can bring up to four tires a month for disposal at NEARCO for free.
Residents are being asked to please continue to use NEARCO to recycle and dispose of tires and are urged not to dump tires in ditches, roadways or dumpsters.
With the large volume of tires being delivered to the facility, NEARCO will only collect used tires three days per week. That’ll be from 7:00 am until 2:00 pm on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.
Again, this schedule is for tire collection only. Citizens can still utilize the dumpsters at NEARCO for common trash five days a week.
For any questions, call the judge’s office at 870-261-1708 or NEARCO at 870-630-0357.
The NEARCO recycling facility in Madison is now charging a fee for taking used tires.
The changes were implemented by the state legislature and will be viable for a year with new legislation addressing the future of tire collection coming at the next session.
The new tire collection rates range from $3 for small tires to $27 for extra-large agricultural tires. The complete price list can be found on County Judge Craig Jones’ Facebook page.
Judge Jones says that they’re expecting to take in between 8,000 to 12,000 used tires a month. The average citizen can bring up to four tires a month for disposal at NEARCO for free.
Residents are being asked to please continue to use NEARCO to recycle and dispose of tires and are urged not to dump tires in ditches, roadways or dumpsters.
With the large volume of tires being delivered to the facility, NEARCO will only collect used tires three days per week. That’ll be from 7:00 am until 2:00 pm on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.
Again, this schedule is for tire collection only. Citizens can still utilize the dumpsters at NEARCO for common trash five days a week.
For any questions, call the judge’s office at 870-261-1708 or NEARCO at 870-630-0357.
SNAP Scam Warning
Officials warn that scammers claiming to be Department of Human Services (DHS) staff have been contacting SNAP recipients and asking for personal information. (Channel 8, Jonesboro)
Department of Human Services said Wednesday (7/1) that it has received multiple reports of scammers calling from 888 phone numbers, posing as DHS employees.
The scammers may falsely claim that the SNAP recipient’s account will be closed unless the recipient provides personal information. DHS said it is not making these calls.
If anyone receives such a call, hang up immediately and do not share any personal or EBT account information.
If recipients gave their information to scammers, follow the steps at ar.gov/snapfraud to change the PIN number of the account.
Officials warn that scammers claiming to be Department of Human Services (DHS) staff have been contacting SNAP recipients and asking for personal information. (Channel 8, Jonesboro)
Department of Human Services said Wednesday (7/1) that it has received multiple reports of scammers calling from 888 phone numbers, posing as DHS employees.
The scammers may falsely claim that the SNAP recipient’s account will be closed unless the recipient provides personal information. DHS said it is not making these calls.
If anyone receives such a call, hang up immediately and do not share any personal or EBT account information.
If recipients gave their information to scammers, follow the steps at ar.gov/snapfraud to change the PIN number of the account.
Holiday Garbage Pick Up
The City of Forrest City office closure
🌱 FREE COMPOST AVAILABLE! 🌱
The City of Forrest City is pleased to offer FREE compost to our residents!
If you're looking to enrich your garden, flower beds, or landscaping, stop by City Hall, located at 225 North Washington, and pick up your free compost while supplies last.
📍 Location: City Hall
225 North Washington
Forrest City, AR
Come take advantage of this free resource and help your yard and garden thrive!
The City of Forrest City is pleased to offer FREE compost to our residents!
If you're looking to enrich your garden, flower beds, or landscaping, stop by City Hall, located at 225 North Washington, and pick up your free compost while supplies last.
📍 Location: City Hall
225 North Washington
Forrest City, AR
Come take advantage of this free resource and help your yard and garden thrive!
Garbage pickup schedule
The City of Forrest City, in partnership with the Arkansas Cancer Coalition, recently hosted a Garden Education Class where participants learned valuable tips on how to grow, care for, and maintain a healthy garden. As part of the class, raised garden beds were also provided to attendees to help them get started on their gardening journey.
We are excited to see the impact this program is making in our community! We were thrilled to receive photos showing the progress of one participant's raised garden bed. Seeing these gardens come to life is exactly what this program is all about.
A special thank you to Mrs. Joan DiGeatano for sharing these wonderful pictures with us. We appreciate your support and are excited to watch your garden continue to grow!
We are excited to see the impact this program is making in our community! We were thrilled to receive photos showing the progress of one participant's raised garden bed. Seeing these gardens come to life is exactly what this program is all about.
A special thank you to Mrs. Joan DiGeatano for sharing these wonderful pictures with us. We appreciate your support and are excited to watch your garden continue to grow!
Stop by the Farmers market Saturday
The Forrest City Farmers Market is open every Saturday through mid-August (except for July 4) in the parking lot of the Forrest City Civic Center.
Area residents are invited to stop by and enjoy a variety of locally grown and homemade items, including:
--Fresh garden produce
--Canned preserves
--Homemade pickles
--Baked goods
--Freshly made lemonade
--Handmade blankets
--Candles
--Crochet items
--Crafts and much more!
Come out and support our amazing local vendors while shopping for fresh, unique, and handcrafted products.
Your support helps strengthen our community and local small businesses.
The Forrest City Farmers Market is open every Saturday through mid-August (except for July 4) in the parking lot of the Forrest City Civic Center.
Area residents are invited to stop by and enjoy a variety of locally grown and homemade items, including:
--Fresh garden produce
--Canned preserves
--Homemade pickles
--Baked goods
--Freshly made lemonade
--Handmade blankets
--Candles
--Crochet items
--Crafts and much more!
Come out and support our amazing local vendors while shopping for fresh, unique, and handcrafted products.
Your support helps strengthen our community and local small businesses.
The I-40 bridge over the Mississippi River between Memphis and West Memphis is scheduled to have daily eastbound and westbound outside lane closures during the following dates and times:
The eastbound outside lane on the I-40 Bridge is scheduled to close Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. starting Monday, June 29, through Thursday, July 9 – with the exception of Monday, July 6.
· The westbound outside lane on the I-40 Bridge is scheduled to close Monday through Thursday from 6:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. starting Tuesday, July 7, through Thursday, July 16.
There will be no closures on Friday, July 3 through Monday, July 6 for the Independence Day holiday.
Weather permitting, crews will be performing routine bridge maintenance.
Digital message boards, cones, and signage will be in place to notify motorists of the closures.
Drivers are encouraged to:
· Use caution when traveling through the work area.
· Watch for crews and equipment entering or exiting the roadway.
· Obey all posted signs and speed limits.
· Allow additional travel time.
Additional travel information can be found at IDriveArkansas.com or ARDOT.gov.
The eastbound outside lane on the I-40 Bridge is scheduled to close Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. starting Monday, June 29, through Thursday, July 9 – with the exception of Monday, July 6.
· The westbound outside lane on the I-40 Bridge is scheduled to close Monday through Thursday from 6:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. starting Tuesday, July 7, through Thursday, July 16.
There will be no closures on Friday, July 3 through Monday, July 6 for the Independence Day holiday.
Weather permitting, crews will be performing routine bridge maintenance.
Digital message boards, cones, and signage will be in place to notify motorists of the closures.
Drivers are encouraged to:
· Use caution when traveling through the work area.
· Watch for crews and equipment entering or exiting the roadway.
· Obey all posted signs and speed limits.
· Allow additional travel time.
Additional travel information can be found at IDriveArkansas.com or ARDOT.gov.
The City of Forrest City will host its 3rd Annual Health Fair on August 6th and is looking for healthcare vendors to participate.
The event is a great opportunity for healthcare providers, wellness organizations, and community resources to connect with residents, share important health information, and offer services that promote healthier living.
Any healthcare vendor that’s interested in participating should call City Hall at 870-633-1315 for more information on how to secure a spot.
The event is a great opportunity for healthcare providers, wellness organizations, and community resources to connect with residents, share important health information, and offer services that promote healthier living.
Any healthcare vendor that’s interested in participating should call City Hall at 870-633-1315 for more information on how to secure a spot.
The public is invited to Forrest City’s 8th Annual 4th of July Fireworks Show, July 2nd in celebration of America’s 250th birthday.
Bring your family and friends out for an evening full of fun, food, music and fireworks, Thursday, July 2nd, from 6-9 p.m. at the Forrest City Sports Complex.
The event will feature lots of fun activities for the kids including rock walls, a rope course, the power wheel ride and more.
Free food and drinks will be provided. Your DJ for the night will be Mr. Bobby Teal. And don’t forget to bring your lawn chairs.
Also, a special edition of the Morning Show will be on the air that Thursday night from 8-9 p.m. leading up to the fireworks show. The crew will be taking your phone calls and registering for some giveways, including some $100 cash prizes.
Again, the 8th Annual 4th of July Fireworks Show is coming up Thursday, July 2nd from 6-9 p.m. at the Forrest City Sports Complex.
The event is sponsored by the Forrest City Area Chamber of Commerce and the Forrest City Advertising & Promotion Commission.
Bring your family and friends out for an evening full of fun, food, music and fireworks, Thursday, July 2nd, from 6-9 p.m. at the Forrest City Sports Complex.
The event will feature lots of fun activities for the kids including rock walls, a rope course, the power wheel ride and more.
Free food and drinks will be provided. Your DJ for the night will be Mr. Bobby Teal. And don’t forget to bring your lawn chairs.
Also, a special edition of the Morning Show will be on the air that Thursday night from 8-9 p.m. leading up to the fireworks show. The crew will be taking your phone calls and registering for some giveways, including some $100 cash prizes.
Again, the 8th Annual 4th of July Fireworks Show is coming up Thursday, July 2nd from 6-9 p.m. at the Forrest City Sports Complex.
The event is sponsored by the Forrest City Area Chamber of Commerce and the Forrest City Advertising & Promotion Commission.
he ABC Preschool at Lincoln in Forrest City is currently accepting applications for the upcoming 2026-27 school year. Parents and guardians looking to enroll their children can pick up and submit application packets Monday through Friday at the preschool, located at 149 North Water Street. For more information, contact the ABC Preschool at 870-261-1807.
Please share Rex in Forrest City, AR. Rex was surrendered to the shelter when his owner could no longer care for him. He is a real looker with his fabulous spots. He is about 4 years old, Heartworm negative, and weighs 62 pounds. This boy is very friendly after he gets to know you. He has also been in a home with cat buddies. He is very well behaved and knows some commands. Some lucky family will get a terrific companion if the adopt him. We are accepting adoption applications for Rex now. Please make an appointment to meet this deserving dog. Adoption Fee: $100. Contact Information for Adoptions: Ruth Ann Vowan- ravfcahs@gmail.com; Adoption Fee Includes spay/neuter, HW test (if of age), 5-way vaccine, rabies vaccine (if of age), Bordetella vaccine, basic deworming, and microchip.
🚸 Making Forrest City’s streets safer and more visible! 🚸
ARHOP is partnering with the City of Forrest City for safer streets. Our campaign is focused on repainting existing speed bumps, repairing damaged ones, and adding a few new crosswalks in key areas to improve safety for pedestrians and drivers alike.
Sometimes small improvements make a big difference. Better visibility helps drivers slow down and helps families, students, and seniors cross the street more safely.
#ForrestCityAR #SafeStreets #CommunitySafety
ARHOP is partnering with the City of Forrest City for safer streets. Our campaign is focused on repainting existing speed bumps, repairing damaged ones, and adding a few new crosswalks in key areas to improve safety for pedestrians and drivers alike.
Sometimes small improvements make a big difference. Better visibility helps drivers slow down and helps families, students, and seniors cross the street more safely.
#ForrestCityAR #SafeStreets #CommunitySafety
The public is invited to Forrest City’s 8th Annual 4th of July Fireworks Show, July 2nd in celebration of America’s 250th birthday.
Bring your family and friends out for an evening full of fun, food, music and fireworks, Thursday, July 2nd, from 6-9 p.m. at the Forrest City Sports Complex.
The event will feature lots of fun activities for the kids including rock walls, a rope course, the power wheel ride and more.
Free food and drinks will be provided. Your DJ for the night will be Mr. Bobby Teal. And don’t forget to bring your lawn chairs.
Also, a special edition of the Morning Show will be on the air that Thursday night from 8-9 p.m. leading up to the fireworks show. The crew will be taking your phone calls and registering for some giveaways, including some $100 cash prizes.
Again, the 8th Annual 4th of July Fireworks Show is coming up Thursday, July 2nd from 6-9 p.m. at the Forrest City Sports Complex
Bring your family and friends out for an evening full of fun, food, music and fireworks, Thursday, July 2nd, from 6-9 p.m. at the Forrest City Sports Complex.
The event will feature lots of fun activities for the kids including rock walls, a rope course, the power wheel ride and more.
Free food and drinks will be provided. Your DJ for the night will be Mr. Bobby Teal. And don’t forget to bring your lawn chairs.
Also, a special edition of the Morning Show will be on the air that Thursday night from 8-9 p.m. leading up to the fireworks show. The crew will be taking your phone calls and registering for some giveaways, including some $100 cash prizes.
Again, the 8th Annual 4th of July Fireworks Show is coming up Thursday, July 2nd from 6-9 p.m. at the Forrest City Sports Complex
Happy Father's Day from the City of Forrest City!
Today, we celebrate and honor all fathers, grandfathers, stepfathers, father figures, and mentors who make a positive difference in the lives of their families and communities.
Thank you for your strength, guidance, sacrifices, and unwavering love. Your dedication helps shape future generations and strengthens the foundation of our community.
Whether you're spending the day with family, reflecting on cherished memories, or being recognized for the impact you've made, we hope your day is filled with joy, appreciation, and love.
Today, we celebrate and honor all fathers, grandfathers, stepfathers, father figures, and mentors who make a positive difference in the lives of their families and communities.
Thank you for your strength, guidance, sacrifices, and unwavering love. Your dedication helps shape future generations and strengthens the foundation of our community.
Whether you're spending the day with family, reflecting on cherished memories, or being recognized for the impact you've made, we hope your day is filled with joy, appreciation, and love.
Today, we celebrate Juneteenth, a day that commemorates freedom, resilience, and the enduring spirit of hope. As we honor this important moment in American history, let us reflect on the sacrifices of those who came before us and continue working together to build a stronger, more united community.
The City of Forrest City wishes everyone a safe, meaningful, and joyous Juneteenth. May this day inspire us to embrace unity, equality, and opportunity for all.
The City of Forrest City wishes everyone a safe, meaningful, and joyous Juneteenth. May this day inspire us to embrace unity, equality, and opportunity for all.
