City of Forrest City

FYI The City of Caldwell is sponsoring a fireworks extravaganza, this Saturday night (6/28) starting at 9 p.m. at the Caldwell Fire Department Sub-station on Hwy 1, right next to Ms. Vernie’s. Caldwell Mayor Gary Hughes invites the public to come out and enjoy this special fireworks display

The Forrest City Police Department has announced that officers will be conducting sobriety check points during the July 4th holiday weekend. Police officials encourage residents to stay safe and sober during the holiday and urge citizens that if you party to much, get a designated driver. If anyone needs assistance, they can call the Forrest City Police Department and officers will provide a safe drive home within the city limits. But if you drive drunk, they will provide you with a safe drive to the county jail.

The Forrest City Area Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. will host a forum titled "Mothering the Moment: Empowering Maternal and Postpartum Health", tonight (6/26) at 6 o’clock at the Forrest City Civic Center. The public is invited to come out for an evening of vital information, expert insight, and meaningful conversation aimed at supporting healthy mothers, healthy babies and strong families. Nurses from Forrest City Medical Center will be the guest speakers and will include: Terrie Sides, RN and Director of Women's Health; Chareda Harvey, RN; and Erin Cannon, RN. Again, the event is tonight (Thursday) at 6 o’clock at the Forrest City Civic Center.

With temperatures on the rise, it’s important to protect yourself and your loved ones from heat exhaustion. High heat and humidity can be dangerous—especially for the elderly, children, outdoor workers, and those with health conditions. Know the Signs of Heat Exhaustion: Heavy sweating Weakness or dizziness Nausea or vomiting Headache Cool, pale, clammy skin Rapid heartbeat What to Do: Move to a cooler, shaded area or indoors with A/C Sip water slowly—no caffeine or alcohol Loosen tight clothing Apply cool, damp cloths to skin Rest and monitor symptoms If symptoms worsen or last more than an hour, seek medical attention immediately. Stay tuned to official updates from the City of Forrest City and follow safety guidance during extreme heat. Let’s keep our community safe and cool!

FYI

Hello everyone, we have a tree blocking the road on SFC 442 and it may be a while before we clear it. Most of the road department available today is working on the bridge at SFC 418. Please use an alternate route and if anyone wants to help us by clearing a path with a chainsaw it would be greatly appreciated. We are pouring concrete for a header at the bridge and we won’t have anyone available until after lunch. Thank you

The City of Forrest City is excited to host a Community Health Fair on Saturday, July 12, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM! 📍 Location: Larry S. Bryant Multipurpose Center 🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Join us for a day focused on health, wellness, and community connection! ✅ Free health screenings ✅ Local health and wellness vendors ✅ Fitness demonstrations ✅ Kids' activities ✅ Giveaways & more! Bring your family, friends, and neighbors – everyone is welcome! Let's work together to build a healthier Forrest City.

Crochet Classes

Food Distribution Thursday

FYI

The City of Forrest City is excited to host a Community Health Fair on Saturday, July 12, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM! 📍 Location: Larry S. Bryant Multipurpose Center 🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Join us for a day focused on health, wellness, and community connection! ✅ Free health screenings ✅ Local health and wellness vendors ✅ Fitness demonstrations ✅ Kids' activities ✅ Giveaways & more! Bring your family, friends, and neighbors – everyone is welcome! Let's work together to build a healthier Forrest City.

Join us Thursday, July 3rd for an evening of fun, food, and fireworks in Forrest City! Festivities begin at 5:00 PM – enjoy live music, local vendors, games, and family-friendly activities! Fireworks Show starts at 9:00 PM sharp! – Bring your lawn chairs and blankets for a spectacular display lighting up the night sky! Location: Forrest City Complex Don't miss this unforgettable celebration of Independence Day with our amazing community!

The Forrest City School District’s 2025 Summer Meals Program is underway, providing FREE Breakfast & Lunch for all children, age 18 and under. The meal sites & dates are as follows: Forrest City High School Cafeteria May 27 – July 3, 2025 | Monday–Thursday **Enter through the Graham Street gate by the Band Hall Central Elementary Cafeteria June 2 – July 11, 2025 | Monday–Friday Forrest City Jr. High Cafeteria June 9 – July 9, 2025 | Monday–Friday Meal times at all locations are: --Breakfast: 7:30 – 9:00 a.m. --Lunch: 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. All meals must be eaten on-site For more information, contact the Child Nutrition Department at 870-633-5668.

Tonight, City Council Meeting

The City of Forrest City is excited to host a Community Health Fair on Saturday, July 12, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM! 📍 Location: Larry S. Bryant Multipurpose Center 🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Join us for a day focused on health, wellness, and community connection! ✅ Free health screenings ✅ Local health and wellness vendors ✅ Fitness demonstrations ✅ Kids' activities ✅ Giveaways & more! Bring your family, friends, and neighbors – everyone is welcome! Let's work together to build a healthier Forrest City.

The Forrest City Public Library is excited to host a Crochet Class on Monday, June 23, 2025, at 4:00 PM! Whether you're a beginner or looking to brush up on your skills, this class is perfect for all ages and experience levels. Come learn, create, and connect with fellow crochet enthusiasts! 📍 Location: Forrest City Public Library 🕓 Date & Time: June 23 at 4:00 PM 📞 Call us or stop by the library to sign up — spaces may be limited!

The St. Francis County Courthouse will be closed Thursday (6/19) for the Juneteenth Holiday and will reopen, Friday the 20th. County Judge Craig Jones says that the county’s trash pickup schedule will not be affected by the holiday. ------------------------------------------- Also, Judge Jones advises that the county is still working to pickup storm debris from back in late May, mainly in the areas of SFC roads 768, 762 and 750. He says that the county’s boom truck is broken down and they’re waiting on a part to fix it, which should be in later this week. --------------------------------------------- Judge Jones also reminds residents that the county does not have curbside pickup for unwanted appliances and other items that are being left on the side of county roads for pickup. Jones advises residents to take these items to NEARCO in Madison for disposal.

USDA Food Drive

Social Media Post – Worksite Sign-Ups 🌱 Now Accepting Worksite Sign-Ups! Help shape the future of our youth and communities in Lee, Monroe, Phillips, and St. Francis counties. We’re looking for project sites for the Urban Community Forestry Program! Student work includes: 🌳 Tree planting/removal 🚶‍♂️ Trail maintenance/construction 🛠️ Habitat restoration & more! 📍 Recommend a project: https://bit.ly/ucfprojects 📧 Questions? EARYEI24@gmail.com 🌐 www.earyei.org #YouthJobs #EARYEI #UrbanForestry #CommunityImpact FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

FEMA has a few reminders for area residents who are applying for disaster assistance. After residents apply for assistance, FEMA may call to schedule an inspection of the damaged home or for more information to process the application. These calls may come from unfamiliar area codes or phone numbers. Officials say its’ important to answer the call. A FEMA inspection may be required to determine whether a home is safe, functional and accessible. If an inspection cannot be scheduled, that may cause a delay in FEMA’s review of a homeowner’s or renter’s application. Be advised, there is no charge for an inspection. The inspector will have a FEMA photo ID and your application number. Also, FEMA representatives never ask for money. If you receive a call from someone claiming to be a FEMA representative, but you aren’t sure, call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362 to verify the caller’s identity. Area residents in St. Francis and Crittenden counties who suffered losses from serve storms in April can apply for FEMA assistance for losses not covered by insurance. The deadline to apply for FEMA assistance for the April storms is Tuesday, July 22. There are several ways to apply. Go to DisasterAssistance.gov, use the FEMA App for mobile devices or call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362. Lines are open from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m., seven days a week.