FYI
A benefit program honoring Forrest City native and community leader Derrick Spearmon will be held Friday (11/21) at 6:30 p.m. at the Forrest City Civic Center.
Derrick is currently facing some serious health challenges, which has forced him to leave the career that he loved and was so passionate about.
While employed with the Arkansas Department of Workforce Services, Derrick helped individuals in St. Francis, Lee, Phillips, Monroe, Cross, Crittenden and Craighead counties obtain gainful employment and get financial stability.
Organizers are asking anyone who benefited from this young man’s diligence in the community or who just wants to support a person who was selfless in helping others, to bring a card of thanks and a donation to help support Derrick in his fight for life.
Again, the benefit program for Mr. Derrick Spearmon will be Friday (11/21) at 6:30 p.m. in the Ferguson Room at the Forrest City Civic Center.
The Arkansas Department of Transportation announced Tuesday (11/18) that it will temporarily close ramps on Interstate 40 in St. Francis and Crittenden counties this week.
The closures began last (Tuesday) night and are scheduled intermittently from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. on the following dates:
--Wednesday, Nov. 19, to Thursday, Nov. 20
--Thursday, Nov. 20, to Friday, Nov. 21
Crews will close the following off-ramps in two-hour intervals to test ARDOT’s wrong-way detection systems:
St. Francis County
--Interstate 40 westbound, Exit 243 (Rest Area), east of Forrest City
Crittenden County
--Interstate 40 westbound, Exit 275
--Interstate 40 eastbound, Exit 279A
--Interstate 40 westbound, Exit 279A
--Interstate 40 westbound, Exit 5
--Interstate 40 eastbound, Exit 280
--Interstate 40 westbound, Exit 280
According to Tuesday’s news release, only one ramp will be closed at a time, with plans to complete three to four ramps per night.
More information can be found at IdriveArkansas.com.
The closures began last (Tuesday) night and are scheduled intermittently from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. on the following dates:
--Wednesday, Nov. 19, to Thursday, Nov. 20
--Thursday, Nov. 20, to Friday, Nov. 21
Crews will close the following off-ramps in two-hour intervals to test ARDOT’s wrong-way detection systems:
St. Francis County
--Interstate 40 westbound, Exit 243 (Rest Area), east of Forrest City
Crittenden County
--Interstate 40 westbound, Exit 275
--Interstate 40 eastbound, Exit 279A
--Interstate 40 westbound, Exit 279A
--Interstate 40 westbound, Exit 5
--Interstate 40 eastbound, Exit 280
--Interstate 40 westbound, Exit 280
According to Tuesday’s news release, only one ramp will be closed at a time, with plans to complete three to four ramps per night.
More information can be found at IdriveArkansas.com.
The City of Forrest City Recreational Department will host a Chili Day on November 22, 2025 at the Forrest City Multipurpose Center, starting at 12 PM and going until it’s all gone!
We are also collecting gently used or new coats, jackets, and hoodies to help those in need this season. You can also support by donating or purchasing hats or gloves. Every contribution makes a difference!
For more information, please contact Javris Palmer.
We are also collecting gently used or new coats, jackets, and hoodies to help those in need this season. You can also support by donating or purchasing hats or gloves. Every contribution makes a difference!
For more information, please contact Javris Palmer.
FYI Forrest City Public Library
The City of Forrest City will be hosting its Cocoa Bar again this year.
City officials say that the Cocoa Bar will be set up at City Hall during the Christmas Parade, which is scheduled for Friday, December 5th staring at 7 p.m.
Everyone’s invited to stop by and warm up with a delicious cup of hot cocoa, topped with marshmallows, whipped cream and plenty of holiday cheer.
City officials say that the Cocoa Bar will be set up at City Hall during the Christmas Parade, which is scheduled for Friday, December 5th staring at 7 p.m.
Everyone’s invited to stop by and warm up with a delicious cup of hot cocoa, topped with marshmallows, whipped cream and plenty of holiday cheer.
The City Council of Forrest City will meet Tuesday (11/18) at 6 p.m. at City Hall
A representative from Legal Aid of Arkansas will be at the Forrest City Public Library, Tuesday (11/18) from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Call the library at 870-633-5646 to make an appointment.
The City of Forrest City will hold its City Council meeting on Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 6:00 PM. Location: City Hall, 225 North Washington.
A representative from Legal Aid of Arkansas will be at the Forrest City Public Library, Tuesday (11/18) from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Call the library at 870-633-5646 to make an appointment.
The Forrest City Public Library will host a special story time for area children, Monday (11/17) at 4:30 p.m.
The Forrest City Library Board will meet Monday (11/17) at 3 p.m. at the library. The meeting is open to the public.
It’s officially official Chubby’s Grand Opening is TODAY and the doors open at 7:00 AM!
As of right now, Pizza Hut and Krunchy Chicken are ready for the public, so come grab something fresh and hot!
Spicy 40 and Charley’s will be opening in about two weeks after their training is completed—trust me, it’ll be worth the wait!
Forrest City, let’s show up and support our newest spot. See y’all there! 💙
We’re excited to share that Chubby’s has officially completed its final safety inspection and emergency fuel system check!
Not only that — they have also received their Occupational License and their Certificate of Occupancy. That means everything is in place and ready for them to open their doors to the community!
🔥 Grand Opening:
📅 Monday, November 17, 2025
⏰ 7:00 am
Thank you all for your patience and support throughout this journey. We can’t wait to welcome you in, serve you, and celebrate this huge milestone together!
Not only that — they have also received their Occupational License and their Certificate of Occupancy. That means everything is in place and ready for them to open their doors to the community!
🔥 Grand Opening:
📅 Monday, November 17, 2025
⏰ 7:00 am
Thank you all for your patience and support throughout this journey. We can’t wait to welcome you in, serve you, and celebrate this huge milestone together!
The City of Forrest City will hold its City Council meeting on Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 6:00 PM. Location: City Hall, 225 North Washington.
A USDA Food Distribution will be held Thursday, Nov. 20th at two locations in St. Francis County.
--Larry Bryant Multipurpose Center in Forrest City from 8-10 a.m.
--Palestine City Hall from 9-11 a.m.
To receive USDA Foods, attendees must live in the county of distribution and meet income guidelines based on household size.
For more information, contact the Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas at 870-932-3663.
--Larry Bryant Multipurpose Center in Forrest City from 8-10 a.m.
--Palestine City Hall from 9-11 a.m.
To receive USDA Foods, attendees must live in the county of distribution and meet income guidelines based on household size.
For more information, contact the Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas at 870-932-3663.
The City of Forrest City will be hosting its Cocoa Bar once again this year! Join us at Forrest City Hall during the Christmas Parade on Saturday, December 5, 2025, at 7 p.m.
Come by and warm up with a delicious cup of hot cocoa, topped with marshmallows, whipped cream, and plenty of holiday cheer! 🍫✨
Bring your family and friends, enjoy the festive lights, wave to Santa, and make some sweet holiday memories with us. 🎅🎁
We can’t wait to celebrate the season together! ❤️💚
A free homebuyer’s workshop will be held Saturday (11/15) from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Salem Missionary Baptist Church at 105 Haven Street in Forrest City. All participants must register at www.DcaRealtyLLC.com.
In observance of Veterans Day, all City of Forrest City offices will be closed on Tuesday, November 11, 2025.
Offices will reopen on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, for regular business hours.
We honor and thank all veterans for their service. 🇺🇸
Offices will reopen on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, for regular business hours.
We honor and thank all veterans for their service. 🇺🇸
✨ Blessing of Chubby’s Travel Center ✨
This past Sunday, November 9, 2025, Chubby’s Travel Center, located at 2496 AR-1 (off I-40 and the bypass), held a beautiful Indian tradition of blessing for the new store. It was a meaningful and heartfelt ceremony to bring good fortune, safety, and success to the new business and everyone who will pass through its doors.
We also had the special opportunity to go inside and take a first look — and let us tell you, the inside looks amazing! From the clean, modern layout to the friendly atmosphere, you can tell Chubby’s Travel Center is going to be a great stop for travelers and locals alike.
Mark your calendars — the official grand opening will be on November 17, 2025!
Stop by to check out the new facilities, grab a bite, and show your support for this exciting addition to our community.
Welcome to the neighborhood, Chubby’s Travel Center! 💙
This past Sunday, November 9, 2025, Chubby’s Travel Center, located at 2496 AR-1 (off I-40 and the bypass), held a beautiful Indian tradition of blessing for the new store. It was a meaningful and heartfelt ceremony to bring good fortune, safety, and success to the new business and everyone who will pass through its doors.
We also had the special opportunity to go inside and take a first look — and let us tell you, the inside looks amazing! From the clean, modern layout to the friendly atmosphere, you can tell Chubby’s Travel Center is going to be a great stop for travelers and locals alike.
Mark your calendars — the official grand opening will be on November 17, 2025!
Stop by to check out the new facilities, grab a bite, and show your support for this exciting addition to our community.
Welcome to the neighborhood, Chubby’s Travel Center! 💙
Hello everyone, I just got an urgent message from ARDOT. We have two bridges being shut down in St Francis County. The concrete bridge on SFC 414 and SFC 419 will be closed as soon as we can block them off. After an audit by ARDOT bridge inspectors, they have deemed the bridges to be structurally unsafe and we have been advised to shut these bridges down immediately. The only positive thing about this situation are these bridges are not travelled regularly by many people. The bridges are located both north and south of the I-40 exit at Widener and may be closed for a while. The costs to fix these bridges will be expensive and I will have to look at different avenues for the funding. Sorry for the inconvenience.
