A representative from Legal Aid of Arkansas will be at the Forrest City Public Library, Tuesday, September 22nd, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Call the library at 870-633-5646 to make an appointment.
Crowley’s Ridge Rodeo
The 2026 Crowley’s Ridge Saddle Club Charity PRCA Rodeo is coming up Friday and Saturday (Sept. 18-19) at the Wiley T. Jones Fairgrounds in Forrest City.
The rodeo will officially kick-off Thursday night with an evening dedicated to children with special needs.
Gates open each night at 6:30, with the rodeo beginning at 7:30 p.m.
The 2026 Crowley’s Ridge Saddle Club Charity PRCA Rodeo is coming up Friday and Saturday (Sept. 18-19) at the Wiley T. Jones Fairgrounds in Forrest City.
The rodeo will officially kick-off Thursday night with an evening dedicated to children with special needs.
Gates open each night at 6:30, with the rodeo beginning at 7:30 p.m.
SFC Burn Ban Reminder
Judge Craig Jones reminds residents that St Francis County is currently under a burn ban, asking them to please not burn anything.
Judge Jones says that it is extremely dry and that even a small pile of leaves or boxes can get out of control.
He urges citizens to “think of our firefighters who have been working very hard for the past few days in this brutal heat”.
Judge Jones says that he will lift the ban once the county gets some substantial rain, but added that until then, “let’s all be patient and think of our fireman and their families who love them and want to keep them safe”.
Judge Craig Jones reminds residents that St Francis County is currently under a burn ban, asking them to please not burn anything.
Judge Jones says that it is extremely dry and that even a small pile of leaves or boxes can get out of control.
He urges citizens to “think of our firefighters who have been working very hard for the past few days in this brutal heat”.
Judge Jones says that he will lift the ban once the county gets some substantial rain, but added that until then, “let’s all be patient and think of our fireman and their families who love them and want to keep them safe”.
Faith was picked up as a stray. She is friendly and getting used to her new surroundings. This beautiful girl is very sweet and would like to cuddle with you. She is up to date on 9n1 vaccinations, Simparica Trio, and wormer. When she is spayed and microchipped she will get rabies and bordetella vaccinations. We are accepting adoption applications for Faith 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), 9-way vaccine, rabies vaccine (if of age), Bordetella vaccine, basic deworming, and microchip
Chief and Boone are two young dogs that were picked up starving, but very friendly. They will get plenty of good, nutritious food, and become the beautiful dogs they want to be. These boys will make great family pets. They are still young enough to be very teachable. They are up to date on 9n1 vaccine, Simparica Trio, and wormer. When they are neutered and microchipped they will receive Rabies and Bordetella vaccine. We are accepting adoption applications for Boone 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), 9-way vaccine, rabies vaccine (if of age), Bordetella vaccine, basic deworming, and microchip.
The I-55 bridge over the Mississippi River at West Memphis is scheduled to have daily northbound and southbound outside lane closures, with work continuing through Thursday, September 17.
The southbound outside lane will be closed Monday through Thursday each week from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
The northbound outside lane will be closed Monday through Thursday each week from 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Only one direction will be closed at a time, beginning with I-55 southbound.
Weather permitting, the closures will allow crews to perform a routine bridge inspection.
Cones and signage will be in place to notify motorists of the closures.
Check IDriveArkansas.com for the latest traffic conditions.
The southbound outside lane will be closed Monday through Thursday each week from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
The northbound outside lane will be closed Monday through Thursday each week from 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Only one direction will be closed at a time, beginning with I-55 southbound.
Weather permitting, the closures will allow crews to perform a routine bridge inspection.
Cones and signage will be in place to notify motorists of the closures.
Check IDriveArkansas.com for the latest traffic conditions.
The Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas will host USDA food distributions in St. Francis County on Thursday, September 17th at the following locations:
--Larry S. Bryant Wellness Center in Forrest City from 8-10 a.m.
--Palestine City Hall from 9-11 a.m.
Households are eligible to receive USDA foods once per month and must reside in St. Francis County and must meet income guidelines for the program.
USDA foods are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.
For more information, contact Natalie Neal at the Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas at 870-932-3663.
--Larry S. Bryant Wellness Center in Forrest City from 8-10 a.m.
--Palestine City Hall from 9-11 a.m.
Households are eligible to receive USDA foods once per month and must reside in St. Francis County and must meet income guidelines for the program.
USDA foods are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.
For more information, contact Natalie Neal at the Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas at 870-932-3663.
2026 Crowley’s Ridge Saddle Club Charity PRCA Rodeo
The City of Forrest City invites everyone to come out and enjoy the Crowley’s Ridge Saddle Club 2026 Charity PRCA Rodeo, an evening dedicated to children with special needs.
September 18–19, 2026
Wiley T. Jones Fairgrounds
Forrest City, Arkansas
Gates open at 6:30 PM, and the rodeo begins at 7:30 PM each night.
For area high school students in need of community service hours, the St. Francis County 4-H Program can help. Whether you’re already involved in 4-H or not, you’re welcome to participate in their community service projects. For more information, contact the St. Francis County Extension Office at 870-261-1730 or email, dtinzie@uada.edu.
The Forrest City Public Library will hold their monthly book sale, Monday, September 14th. Books will sell for $3.00 per bag and the bags will be provided. Plus, you choose the books.
**REMEMBERING SEPTEMBER 11, 2001**
Today, the City of Forrest City pauses to remember and honor the lives lost on September 11, 2001.
We remember the thousands of innocent lives taken, the first responders and heroes who courageously served, and the families and communities forever changed by that tragic day.
May we never forget the courage, sacrifice, and unity that followed. May we continue to honor those we lost and keep their memories alive.
September 11, 2001 — We Remember. We Honor. We Will Never Forget.
The Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas will host USDA food distributions in St. Francis County on Thursday, September 17th at the following locations:
--Larry S. Bryant Wellness Center in Forrest City from 8-10 a.m.
--Palestine City Hall from 9-11 a.m.
Households are eligible to receive USDA foods once per month and must reside in St. Francis County and must meet income guidelines for the program.
USDA foods are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.
For more information, contact Natalie Neal at the Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas at 870-932-3663.
--Larry S. Bryant Wellness Center in Forrest City from 8-10 a.m.
--Palestine City Hall from 9-11 a.m.
Households are eligible to receive USDA foods once per month and must reside in St. Francis County and must meet income guidelines for the program.
USDA foods are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.
For more information, contact Natalie Neal at the Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas at 870-932-3663.
The St. Francis County Sheriff’s Department is warning area citizens to be aware of a phone scam that’s being reported in the county.
Sheriff’s officials report that local citizens have been receiving phone calls from scammers pretending to be county deputies, telling residents that they can get their relatives out of jail by paying money from their credit cards.
A spokesman for the Sheriff’s Office say that this is “definitely a scam”, adding that the Sheriff’s Department does not do business by phone.
Anyone receiving this type of call is asked to call the St. Francis County Sheriff’s Department at 870-633-2611.
Sheriff’s officials report that local citizens have been receiving phone calls from scammers pretending to be county deputies, telling residents that they can get their relatives out of jail by paying money from their credit cards.
A spokesman for the Sheriff’s Office say that this is “definitely a scam”, adding that the Sheriff’s Department does not do business by phone.
Anyone receiving this type of call is asked to call the St. Francis County Sheriff’s Department at 870-633-2611.
City Council Meeting
Today 5:30pm
City Hall
Today 5:30pm
City Hall
For area high school students in need of community service hours, the St. Francis County 4-H Program can help. Whether you’re already involved in 4-H or not, you’re welcome to participate in their community service projects. For more information, contact the St. Francis County Extension Office at 870-261-1730 or email, dtinzie@uada.edu.
The Forrest City Public Library will hold their monthly book sale, Monday, September 14th. Books will sell for $3.00 per bag and the bags will be provided. Plus, you choose the books.
HOLIDAY GARBAGE COLLECTION NOTICE
The City of Forrest City Public Works Department will be closed on Monday, September 7th, in observance of the Labor Day holiday. Normal garbage collection will resume on Tuesday, September 8th,2026. Residents whose regular collection day is Monday are encouraged to place their garbage cart(s) out Sunday night to help ensure pickup.
Thank you for your cooperation, and we wish everyone a safe and Happy Labor Day from Darin Flenoy, Public Works Director and the entire Public Works Staff!!
The City of Forrest City Public Works Department will be closed on Monday, September 7th, in observance of the Labor Day holiday. Normal garbage collection will resume on Tuesday, September 8th,2026. Residents whose regular collection day is Monday are encouraged to place their garbage cart(s) out Sunday night to help ensure pickup.
Thank you for your cooperation, and we wish everyone a safe and Happy Labor Day from Darin Flenoy, Public Works Director and the entire Public Works Staff!!
The Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas will host USDA food distributions in St. Francis County on Thursday, September 17th at the following locations:
--Larry S. Bryant Wellness Center in Forrest City from 8-10 a.m.
--Palestine City Hall from 9-11 a.m.
Households are eligible to receive USDA foods once per month and must reside in St. Francis County and must meet income guidelines for the program.
USDA foods are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.
For more information, contact Natalie Neal at the Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas at 870-932-3663.
--Larry S. Bryant Wellness Center in Forrest City from 8-10 a.m.
--Palestine City Hall from 9-11 a.m.
Households are eligible to receive USDA foods once per month and must reside in St. Francis County and must meet income guidelines for the program.
USDA foods are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.
For more information, contact Natalie Neal at the Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas at 870-932-3663.
Buster was running the neighborhood with his buddies when he was picked up by the ACO. His owner surrendered him. He is 1 1/2 years old and weighs 36 pounds. He is up to date on all vaccinations, Simparica Trio and Canine All Wormer. He will start treatment for Heartworms when he is neutered and microchipped. This boy is friendly and easy to handle. He walks on a leash and rides well. We are accepting adoption applications for Buster 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), 9-way vaccine, rabies vaccine (if of age), Bordetella vaccine, basic deworming, and microchip.
For area high school students in need of community service hours, the St. Francis County 4-H Program can help. Whether you’re already involved in 4-H or not, you’re welcome to participate in the their community service projects. For more information, contact the St. Francis County Extension Office at 870-261-1730 or email, dtinzie@uada.edu.
