The City of Forrest City will host a Community Health Fair on July 12th at the Larry S. Bryant Multipurpose Center and they’re looking for vendors, health professionals, and wellness organizations to help make this event a success. Th event would be a good fit for vendors who offer health screenings, fitness tips, healthy food options or wellness products. The city is also looking for passionate and energetic volunteers to lead Yoga, Chair Pilates, and Line Dance sessions during the Health Fair. If you or someone you know is certified or experienced in teaching these activities, contact City Hall at 870-633-1315.
about 18 hours ago, City of Forrest City
Community Health Center
The stage play “When No One is Listening” will be presented Saturday (4/26) at 6 p.m. at the Forrest City Civic Center. The Natasha Clay Hill Ovaflow Productions stage play is presented by the Rock Center’s First Judicial District SUCCESS program. Admission is free.
about 18 hours ago, City of Forrest City
Need legal help? Representatives from Legal Aid of Arkansas will be at the Forrest City Public Library on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Appointments are required — don’t miss your chance to speak with a representative about legal assistance! Forrest City Public Library - 421 South Washington Call now to make an appointment! (870) 633-5646
about 4 hours ago, City of Forrest City
Legal Aid Services
Applications for the Low-Income Home Energy Program (LIHEAP), which covers all 75 counties in Arkansas, are now being accepted. (Channel 8, Jonesboro) Anyone wanting to apply must provide the following items: --A photo ID --Social Security card (household members aged 18 or older) --Social Security numbers (household members younger than age 18) --Copies of your most recent utility bills --Proof of income --Proof of residency The Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment says LIHEAP only applies to residential applicants, not businesses. The deadline for applications is Wednesday, April 30. For questions about the application process, contact your county’s organization. In St. Francis County, call the Crowley’s Ridge Development Council in Forrest City at 870-630-0193.
5 days ago, City of Forrest City
An Arkansas Concealed Carry Course will be held Saturday (4/19) from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the UA-EACC campus in Forrest City. The fee for the course is $75 for a new permit or $55 for renewal. Also, an Arkansas Enhanced Concealed Carry Course will be held Saturday (4/19) from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the college. The fee is $100. Both classes will be held in Classroom Building 1-107 and will be taught by certified handgun safety instructor, Buck Morris. Participants must be 21 years of age, and an Arkansas resident. Both courses meet state requirements. Call 870-633-4480, ext. 333 to register.
5 days ago, City of Forrest City
--The PLUM Foundation will host a Community-Wide Youth Drug Prevention Easter Egg Hunt, Friday (4/18) from 12-2 p.m. at Nineveh Temple Church of God in Christ at 208 W. Broadway in Forrest City. The event will include games, prizes, food and a bouncy house. There will also be a potato sack race. The winner will receive a $50 gift card. You must register to participate in the race as spots are limited. To register, call 888-215-4513.
5 days ago, City of Forrest City
Silver Alert Issued The West Memphis Police Department is asking locals to be on the lookout for a missing 78-year-old man who is diagnosed with dementia and suffers from high blood pressure. (Channel 5, Memphis) The BOLO was upgraded to a statewide Silver Alert Wednesday (4/16), just two hours after the PD’s announcement. Police say Jessie Lee was last seen sitting on the front porch of his home on North 8th Street last Thursday, April 10. Lee is described as a black male, 5′8″, 158 pounds, with brown eyes and black hair. His photo can currently be seen on the Action News 5 website. He was last seen wearing a gray short-sleeved shirt, gray sweatpants, a black ball cap and brown shoes. Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to call West Memphis Police at 870-732-755
5 days ago, City of Forrest City
🌟 CALLING ALL FITNESS INSTRUCTORS! 🌟 We’re looking for passionate and energetic volunteers to lead Yoga, Chair Pilates, and Line Dance sessions during Forrest City’s 2nd Annual Community Health Fair! 🗓 Date: Saturday, July 12, 2025 🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM 📍 Location: Larry S. Bryant Multipurpose & Wellness Center If you or someone you know is certified or experienced in teaching these activities and would love to support community wellness, we’d love to have you on board! 💪 Help us inspire movement, promote healthy living, and make this event fun for all ages! 📩 Comment below or message us to get involved! #ForrestCityHealthFair #CommunityWellness #VolunteerOpportunity #FitnessForAll
5 days ago, City of Forrest City
With the arrival of spring, we know many of you are diving into some much-needed spring cleaning! We encourage residents to bring unwanted items to the City Shop 377 Farr Street between the hours of 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM. 🚫 Please Note: *We cannot accept: *Flammable liquids *Paints or chemicals *Bricks or stones Also, a reminder to please place yard waste like grass and leaves on the curb, not in the street—putting it in the road can clog our storm drains and cause flooding. Thanks for helping keep our community clean and safe this spring
6 days ago, City of Forrest City
The City of Forrest City is excited to host a Community Health Fair on Saturday, July 12 at the Larry S. Bryant Multipurpose Center — and we want you to be a part of it! We're currently looking for vendors, health professionals, and wellness organizations to join us in making this event a success. Whether you offer health screenings, fitness tips, healthy food options, or wellness products — we’d love to have you there! 🎪 Don’t miss this chance to connect with the community and promote health & wellness in Forrest City. 📅 Date: Saturday, July 12 📍 Location: Larry S. Bryant Multipurpose Center Let’s work together to make Forrest City a healthier place to live!
6 days ago, City of Forrest City
Community Health Fair
Part 2 Community Clean Up
8 days ago, City of Forrest City
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This past Saturday, our Community Clean-Up was a huge success — and it’s all thanks to YOU! 🙌 We want to extend our heartfelt appreciation to everyone who came out, rolled up their sleeves, and helped make our neighborhoods a cleaner, brighter place. Your time, effort, and dedication truly made a difference! 💙 Special Thanks To: Zeta Phi Beta & Phi Beta Sigma New Light Church East Arkansas Community College Teens with a Purpose Forrest City High School FBLA New Light M.B. Church Oak Hill Church of God Stanley Buford (Genesis Masonic Lodge) Forrest City Fire Department Susan Berry Lovie Hardrick Hannah Reeves Crippen Trucking Alderman Marvin Metcalf Robert Edwards We couldn’t have done it without each and every one of you. Let’s continue working together to build a stronger, cleaner, and more connected community.
8 days ago, City of Forrest City
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City Council Meeting 6pm tomorrow
8 days ago, City of Forrest City
City Council Meeting
Let’s work together to keep Forrest City clean and beautiful! Large dumpsters will be available for community use at the following locations: 📍 Grant Street Parking Lot 📍 The Old Rideout Building 📍 Civic Center Parking Lot Please note: ❌ Do NOT place tires, batteries, chemicals, paint, or any hazardous materials in the dumpsters. These items require special disposal. Let’s all do our part to help keep our city clean and safe for everyone! Thank you for your cooperation!
11 days ago, City of Forrest City
Clean up
Community Clean Up Tomorrow
11 days ago, City of Forrest City
Community Clean Up
Today is the last day for registration
11 days ago, City of Forrest City
Baseball Registration
Community Easter Egg Hunt
11 days ago, City of Forrest City
Community Events
The Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas will host USDA Food Distributions in St. Francis County this month. The distributions will be at the following locations and times on Thursday, April 17th: --Larry S. Bryant Center in Forrest City, 8-10 a.m. --Palestine City Hall, 9-11 a.m. --Wheatley City Hall, 9-11 a.m. Recipients are eligible to receive USDA foods once per month, must reside in St. Francis County and must meet income guidelines. USDA foods are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, call the Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas at 870-932-3663
12 days ago, City of Forrest City
The University of Arkansas-East Arkansas Community College in Forrest City is looking to fill a vacant staff position. UA-EACC is seeking applicants for the Director of Social Media and Outreach. For more information or to apply, visit eacc.edu/employment or call 870-633-4480, ext. 282. ------------------------------------- Also, UA-EACC, in partnership with Arkansas Blue Cross Blue Shield, is excited to offer a Mental Health First Aid Certification Course. This course is FREE to participants and is open to the public. To sign up, call 870-633-4480, ext. 333. ------------------------------------ Plus, UA-EACC's Adult Education Department is offering free GED prep classes. For more information, call 870-633-4480, ext. 310.
12 days ago, City of Forrest City
May 10, 2025
13 days ago, City of Forrest City
Wrestling