In observance of **Veterans Day**, all City of Forrest City offices will be closed on **Wednesday, November 11, 2026**.
Offices will reopen on **Thursday, November 12, 2026**, during normal business hours.
Offices will reopen on **Thursday, November 12, 2026**, during normal business hours.
A representative from Legal Aid of Arkansas will be at the Forrest City Public Library on Tuesday, Nov. 17th from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Call the library at 870-633-5646 to make an appointment.
The St. Francis County Food Pantry at 128 S. Water St. in Forrest City will be closed Nov. 16-30.
The purpose of the temporary closure is to allow pantry staff time to prepare for their annual Thanksgiving dinners.
Thanksgiving meals will be served at the Food Pantry on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 26th starting at 11 a.m. and continuing until the food runs out.
The Food Pantry will reopen on Wednesday, Dec. 2nd
Create a realistic flyer Drover is a gorgeous Australian Cattle Dog who would like a home and family of his own. Being a herding breed he will need lots of exercise and stimulation. He is an adult, weighs 52 pounds, and has had Bordetella vaccine, 9n1 vaccine, Simparica Trio and wormer. He will be microchipped whens he is spayed. Please consider making this boy a part of your family. We are accepting adoption applications for Drover now. Please make an appointment to meet this deserving dog. Adoption Fee: $100. Contact Information for Adoptions: Ruth Ann Vowan- [ravfcahs@gmail.com](mailto:ravfcahs@gmail.com "mailto: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
Now Hiring Event
Veteran's Day Program
The Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas will host multiple USDA food distributions on Thursday, Nov. 19th at two locations in St. Francis County: the Larry S. Bryant Multipurpose Center from 8-10 a.m. and at Palestine City Hall from 9-11 a.
The City Council of Forrest City will meet Tuesday November 10 at 5:30 p.m. at City Hall.
Forrest City Girl Scout Troop No. 3607 will hold a girl scout sign-up and meet & greet session, Monday (11/9) from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Woodruff Electric in Forrest City. The annual fee is $65. Confidential scholarships are available. Contact Scout leader Patricia Ford at 870-317-6352 for more information.
The Forrest City Library Board will meet Monday (11/9) at 4:30 p.m. at the library. The meeting is open to the public
Come out tonight
Thursday November 5
**CITY OF FORREST CITY COUNCIL MEETING NOTICE** 🏛️
The City of Forrest City invites all citizens to attend our upcoming City Council Meeting!
**Date:** Tuesday, November 10, 2026
**Time:** 5:30 PM
**Location:** 225 North Washington, Forrest City, AR
Your community matters, and staying informed is an important part of helping our city move forward!
We encourage all citizens to come out, stay engaged, and be informed about what's happening in our community.
The City of Forrest City invites all citizens to attend our upcoming City Council Meeting!
**Date:** Tuesday, November 10, 2026
**Time:** 5:30 PM
**Location:** 225 North Washington, Forrest City, AR
Your community matters, and staying informed is an important part of helping our city move forward!
We encourage all citizens to come out, stay engaged, and be informed about what's happening in our community.
The City of Forrest City November Newsletter
River was picked up as a stray. He is a very handsome boy who is very friendly. He weighs 46 pounds, is up to date on Bordetella and 9 n 1 vaccinations, Simparica Trio, and wormer. This lovely dog will be microchipped when he is neutered. He will be a wonderful pet for someone who will make sure he gets plenty of exercize. We are accepting adoption applications for River 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
**Good morning, Forrest City! **
Hello, November! A new month means new opportunities to stay connected and informed!
Do you have any **community events, programs, activities, or special announcements** happening this month that you would like shared on the **City of Forrest City's official website**?
We would love to help spread the word and keep our citizens informed about what's happening in our community!
Please email your event information and flyers to **shenderson@cityofforrestcityar.gov** for consideration.
Thank you for helping us keep Forrest City informed, involved, and connected!
**Have a wonderful and blessed day! **
**City of Forrest City – Jewel of the Delta **
Hello, November! A new month means new opportunities to stay connected and informed!
Do you have any **community events, programs, activities, or special announcements** happening this month that you would like shared on the **City of Forrest City's official website**?
We would love to help spread the word and keep our citizens informed about what's happening in our community!
Please email your event information and flyers to **shenderson@cityofforrestcityar.gov** for consideration.
Thank you for helping us keep Forrest City informed, involved, and connected!
**Have a wonderful and blessed day! **
**City of Forrest City – Jewel of the Delta **
The City of Forrest City is seeking talented and dedicated individuals to fill several full-time positions.
The city offers a competitive benefits package and the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of local residents.
Current openings include:
• Street Supervisor
• Solid Waste Supervisor
• CDL Drivers
• Laborers
• Tractor Drivers
Applications are now being accepted at the Arkansas Workforce Center located inside the UA-EACC Learning Resource Center on the Forrest City campus.
Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.
The city offers a competitive benefits package and the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of local residents.
Current openings include:
• Street Supervisor
• Solid Waste Supervisor
• CDL Drivers
• Laborers
• Tractor Drivers
Applications are now being accepted at the Arkansas Workforce Center located inside the UA-EACC Learning Resource Center on the Forrest City campus.
Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.
The SFC Elves, Inc. 2026 Toy Project is officially underway, seeking community support to ensure local children in the Forrest City and St. Francis County area receive gifts this Christmas.
Last year, the locally operated initiative provided toys to over 500 children in need, and organizers are appealing to residents once again as the holiday season approaches.
New and used toys, that are in clean, good working-condition, along with monetary contributions can be dropped off at several locations, including Southern Furniture, Brad Beavers law office, the St. Francis County Museum, the Forrest City Public Library, First National Bank of Eastern Arkansas (North Washington Branch), and the Forrest City Chamber of Commerce.
For more information, contact Kirk Billingsley at (901) 218-3955 or Justin Reeves at (870) 630-7486.
Last year, the locally operated initiative provided toys to over 500 children in need, and organizers are appealing to residents once again as the holiday season approaches.
New and used toys, that are in clean, good working-condition, along with monetary contributions can be dropped off at several locations, including Southern Furniture, Brad Beavers law office, the St. Francis County Museum, the Forrest City Public Library, First National Bank of Eastern Arkansas (North Washington Branch), and the Forrest City Chamber of Commerce.
For more information, contact Kirk Billingsley at (901) 218-3955 or Justin Reeves at (870) 630-7486.
**FALL BACK! TIME TO GAIN AN EXTRA HOUR OF SLEEP!**
Don't forget! Daylight Saving Time ends on **Sunday, November 1, 2026, at 2:00 AM.**
Remember to set your clocks **BACK one hour** before going to bed Saturday night!
Enjoy that extra hour of sleep, and don't forget to adjust your clocks!
**Fall Back, Sleep Longer!**
Don't forget! Daylight Saving Time ends on **Sunday, November 1, 2026, at 2:00 AM.**
Remember to set your clocks **BACK one hour** before going to bed Saturday night!
Enjoy that extra hour of sleep, and don't forget to adjust your clocks!
**Fall Back, Sleep Longer!**
Sausage was picked up as a stray. He is a very handsome boy who is very friendly. He weighs 50 pounds, is up to date on Bordetella and 9 n 1 vaccinations, Simparica Trio, and wormer. This lovely dog will be microchipped when he is neutered. He will be a wonderful pet for someone who will make sure he gets plenty of exercize. We are accepting adoption applications for Sausage 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.