--University of Arkansas-East Arkansas Community College will host a free performance by the UAPB Vesper Choir on Thursday, February 6th at 12:00 p.m. in the Fine Arts Center. For more information, call 870-633-4480, ext. 352.
IRS-certified volunteers with Entergy Arkansas and several community partners will offer free tax preparation services at Super Tax Day events across the state this month in an effort to help customers maximize their tax refund.
Qualified taxpayers include those with a 2024 income of less than $67,000, those with disabilities, and limited-English speaking households.
Customers will have access to essential information about qualifying tax credits and deductions, including the federal Earned Income Tax Credit.
The events are open to the public and will be held at several locations, including at Southern Bancorp, 425 E. Plaza in West Helena, Saturday, Feb.15, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Participants need to bring their government-issued photo ID, Social Security cards for all household members, along with all wage and earning statements.
Those who are unable to attend an event in their area can still receive free, in-person tax preparation services by scheduling an appointment at one of the Entergy-sponsored VITA sites through April 15 or by using the no-cost, online counseling services at www.entergy.com/freetaxhelp.
Arkansas Land and Community Devlopment Corporation (ALCDC) Will host New Market Opportunity for small scale vegetable growers and livestock producers on Tuesday, February 4, 2025
-FC First Responders Night--
First responders from the St. Francis County area will be honored during the Forrest City Mustang basketball game this Friday night (1/31) at Dwight Lofton Mustang Arena.
Forrest City High School & the Mustang Athletic Department invite all area first responders to come out as the district celebrates First Responders Night during the Mustang basketball game Friday night against Truman.
School officials acknowledge that first responders are vital assets in the community, whether they’re serving as EMT’s, firefighters or law enforcement.
Scam Warning
The U.S. Marshals Service issued a scam warning on Tuesday (1/28).
Officials say imposters are telling individuals that they must pay a fine or risk arrest due to identity theft, failure to report for jury duty or other civil process issues.
According to the advisory, the scammers spoof actual government agency telephone numbers and impersonate government officials, making the calls seem authentic.
During these calls, scammers attempt to collect a fine in lieu of arrest, telling the targets that they must withdraw cash from their bank accounts and transfer the money to the government by depositing cash into bitcoin ATMs.
A short time later, the victim is contacted by another individual claiming to be a U.S. marshal who is looking into the case.
The release says that as a final step, the victim is told to send a photo of their driver’s license and of the QR code scanned at the deposit kiosk to a phone number provided by the scammer.
Deputy U.S. Marshal Jeremy Hammons says that no legitimate law enforcement agency, including the U.S. Marshals Service, would ever contact the subject of an arrest warrant and demand payment of a fine to avoid arrest.
💃❤️ Dance for Your Heart: A Celebration of Health and Wellness! ❤️💃
Get ready to move, groove, and take charge of your heart health with the Forrest City Area Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.!
🩺 What’s in store?
✅ Free health screenings
✅ Fun cardio activities
✅ Line dancing
✅ Heart health tips and more!
🗓 When: Saturday, February 1st (11A-1P)
📍 Where: Forrest City Civic Center
🍓 Light refreshments provided
Show your support for heart health and wear your red for National Wear Red Day! Let’s dance, learn, and celebrate wellness together—it’s open to the public, so bring your family and friends!
🫶 Don’t miss this chance to put your health first and have a blast while doing it! Let’s keep our hearts happy and healthy. See you there!
#DanceForYourHeart #GoRedForWomen #HeartHealth #DST1913 #fcaa_dst #DSTSWR
University of Arkansas-East Arkansas Community College will present the GRAMMY® award-winning group Kool & the Gang on Saturday, March 15th at 7:30 p.m. at the EACC Fine Arts Center.
Tickets are $49 and go on sale today (Monday) at 10:00 a.m.
Kool & the Gang has influenced the music of three generations, earning the group two GRAMMY® Awards, seven American Music Awards, 25 Top Ten R&B hits, nine Top Ten Pop hits and 31 gold and platinum albums.
Tickets for Kool & the Gang’s performance will be available online at EACC.edu, by calling 870-633-4480, ext. 352, or in person at the Fine Arts Center Ticket Office.
Tickets for GRAMMY® award-winning group Kool & the Gang go on sale Monday, January 27 at 10:00 a.m. and will be available online at EACC.edu or by calling 870-633-4480, ext. 352.
FREE!!! Tax Preparation
If you were unable to attend Tuesday night’s (1/21) Public Hearing regarding the Safety Action Plan, the plan is now available for public viewing at both City Hall and the Forrest City Public Library during regular business hours.
The City of Forrest City, with support from local consultant Garver Engineering, conducted the meeting to present and discuss the Safety Action Plan Report. The meeting was held in an open house format, where attendees were invited to view exhibits, ask questions, and offer comments.
City officials encourage all community members to stop by and review the plan. Comments will be accepted until February 5, 2025.
For more details, please visit ForrestCitySS4A.TransportationPlanRoom.com.
Tonight Youth Art Auction
University of Arkansas-East Arkansas Community College will host a free performance by the UAPB Vesper Choir on Thursday, February 6th at 12:00 p.m. in the Fine Arts Center. For more information, call 870-633-4480, ext. 352.
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.
Garver Public Meeting this evening at Forrest City Civic Center from 5pm -7pm
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Let's make 2025 amazing together!
🏀 Forrest City Recreation League Basketball Registration 🏀
It's time to sign up for the 2025 Basketball season! League registration is open from January 13, 2025, to February 13, 2025, for boys and girls ages 7-16.
Cost: $20
Registration Deadline: February 13, 2025
For more information or to register, contact Jarvis Palmer or Seccer Cole at 870-633-3667.
Don't miss out on the chance to be a part of the action! Let's ball!
City Council Meeting This Evening at 6:00
FNBEA locations in Forrest City, Palestine and Marianna will open at 9:30 a.m. This same schedule will also apply to their bank locations in other towns where the schools are closed today.
The Public Works Department will be closed on Monday, January 20, in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day. We will resume regular operations on January 21, 2025.
