City of Forrest City

Temporary overnight ramp closures on Interstate 40 are expected to begin intermittently from 9 p.m. to 7 a.m. tonight (Tuesday) and continuing through Saturday (6/7). Weather permitting, crews will close the off-ramps listed below in 1- to 2-hour intervals to test wrong-way detection systems. The test locations on I-40 East & West include: --Exit 233 (Palestine) --Exit 239 (FC Bypass) --Exit 241A and 241B (Forrest City) --Exit 243 (Newcastle) --Exit 247 (Widener) --Exit 256 (Parkin) --Exit 260 (Shell Lake) Only one ramp will be closed at a time, with plans to complete three to four ramps per night. Emergency responders will be allowed to access the ramps at all times. All others will be required to use an alternate exit during this time. Traffic will be controlled by Highway Police with the use of barrels, message boards, and signage. Additional travel information can be found at IDriveArkansas.com or ARDOT.gov. 

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Calling All Future Babysitters! Is your child ready to learn how to stay safe, be responsible, and even earn some extra cash? UA-EACC’s Baby-Sitting Basics camp is the perfect way to build confidence while learning real-life skills, childcare safety, and first aid & rescue. Help your child become the sitter every parent can count on! Call 870-633-4480, ext. 333 to enroll now — spots are limited!

The Community Education and Workforce Training programs at the University of Arkansas-East Arkansas Community College have announced the Summer Schedule of classes for students of all ages. The schedule offers a wide variety of unique Kids on Campus programs and camps including: Children’s Theater Camp, Babysitting Basics, Animal Safari Adventures, Music & Movement, Ultimate Disc Golf, Pickleball, Junior Golf, Youth Olympics Games, Creative Writing and many more. Students in grades 4th – 8th will build and program their own robots in the Delta Dragon Innovation Engineers hands-on robotics camp for young innovators. Children entering Kindergarten – 2nd grades will become stewards of the earth through engaging activities that focus on nature conservation and sustainability in the Environmental Heroes camp. Preschool children ages 3 and 4 will explore their creativity with hands-on projects and pretend play as they create mini structures and “fix” things in the Construction Zone camp. The Personal Interests classes for adults include Yoga, Water Aerobics, Conditioning, Applied Piano and Applied Guitar. The schedule for Professional Development classes includes Healthcare Provider CPR intended for participants who provide healthcare to patients in a variety of settings. The complete schedule of Summer classes is available online at EACC.edu. Pre-registration is required for all classes and events. For more information about classes, fees, and locations, call 870-633-4480 ext. 333. Tuition waivers are available for credit classes for students aged 50+ and discounts are available for children who register for 3 or more classes.

Lanes on the Interstate 40 bridge at West Memphis will close over the month of June for routine inspections, according to the Arkansas Department of Transportation. (Channel 3, Memphis) Officials say that alternating eastbound and westbound single-lane closures will begin on Monday, June 2, and last until Thursday, June 26. ARDOT says that inspections will begin on the westbound lanes and will change directions “as needed.” Eastbound lanes will be closed from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m., and westbound lanes will be closed from 6:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Signage will be in place to inform drivers of the closures. ARDOT crews are currently working on repairing potholes on the bridge. They patched five locations on Tuesday, continued concrete patching on Wednesday, and expect to finish today (Thursday) It is unclear if the scheduled inspections are a result of the recent damage reported on the bridge.

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Retired Captain Larry Hill. Captain Hill served our community with honor, integrity, and dedication throughout his many years in public service. His commitment to protecting and serving the citizens of Forrest City left a lasting legacy that will never be forgotten. We extend our deepest condolences to his family, friends, and former colleagues during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Thank you, Captain Hill, for your unwavering service. You will be dearly missed.

From Craig Jones post: There is water covering a portion of the road on HWY 284 approximately 50 yards north of the SFC 418 junction once again. There is a culvert stopped up and this has become a reoccurring problem. ARDOT has been notified and I plan to see if I can get them to unstop this culvert on Tuesday. If your going north on Hwy 284 please keep your speed in check cause you won’t be able to see the underwater road until it’s too late. I’ve called 911 and there should be a deputy dispatched until ARDOT can get a warning barrier and sign out there. Thank you and please be careful.

CITY OF FORREST CITY Job Announcement Grant/Human Resource Administrator and Director of Administration Posting Date: May 21, 2025 Open Until Filled Starting Salary: Up to $50,000 annually (commensurate with experience) The City of Forrest City is now accepting applications for the position of Grant/Human Resource Administrator and Director of Administration. This full-time role offers an exciting opportunity to support city operations through the management of grants, oversight of human resources, and administration of daily functions in the Mayor’s Office. Position Summary: This position combines responsibilities in grant management, human resources, and administrative leadership. The successful candidate will coordinate city-wide grant applications and reporting, oversee HR functions and employee relations, supervise administrative staff, and assist the Mayor with budget preparation. Key Responsibilities: • Identify funding needs and prepare competitive grant proposals. • Track grant compliance, reporting, and expenditures. • Administer HR policies, onboarding, and employee support. • Advise city council of updates needed to ensure employee handbook complies with current legal requirements. • Supervise 1–3 administrative staff and coordinate daily operations. • Maintain confidentiality while handling sensitive information. Minimum Qualifications: • Strong writing and budgeting skills. • Human Resource certification required. • Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office. • Valid Arkansas Class D driver’s license. • Excellent communication and supervisory skills. Work Environment: This is an office-based position with occasional local travel and professional development opportunities. Benefits: • Health, dental, and vision insurance • Life insurance coverage • Participation in the Arkansas Public Employees Retirement System (APERS) • Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave • Opportunities for professional training and development To Apply: Submit a completed application and/or resume to: Arkansas Workforce Center 1700 B Newcastle Road (inside EACC Learning Resource Center) Forrest City, AR The City of Forrest City is an at-will, equal opportunity employer. The City of Forrest City does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status,

Missing Person Alert: Please Help Us Find Alician Our family is desperately looking for Alician, who has been reported missing. If you have seen her or have any information about her whereabouts, please contact local authorities immediately. Call: 870-633-3434 Please share this post and help us bring her home safely. Your prayers and support mean the world to us.

Hello, this is Kendall Pettus with the city of Forrest City and I just wanna make the public aware that with the warm weather come snakes. Myself and fire Chief Jeremy Sharp just eliminated the threat of a cottonmouth, which is a very poisonous snake, from a sidewalk on Highway one in front of a local downtown business that was attempting to get inside of that business, so just because you’re on concrete or a parking lot that’s paved does not mean that you won’t run into the threat of a poisonous snake so just be very aware, be very careful, especially if you’re walking at night. Carry a flashlight or something with you for protection and just be aware of where you’re stepping and what’s in the area. With all the rain that we’ve had in recent weeks it has pushed the snakes into areas that they usually don’t inhabit so just be very careful be very aware. We don’t want anyone to be bitten or injured in anyway thank you.

This time of year, many area residents are diving into some much-needed spring cleaning. The City of Forrest City encourages residents to bring unwanted items to the City Shop at 377 Farr Street between the hours of 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM. Items that cannot be accepted include flammable liquids, paints, chemicals, bricks or stones. ---------------------------------- The city would also like to remind residents to please place yard waste like grass and leaves on the curb, not in the street. Officials say putting it in the road can clog storm drains and cause flooding.

The City of Forrest City will host a Community Health Fair on July 12th at the Larry S. Bryant Multipurpose Center and they’re looking for vendors, health professionals, and wellness organizations to help make this event a success. Th event would be a good fit for vendors who offer health screenings, fitness tips, healthy food options or wellness products. The city is also looking for passionate and energetic volunteers to lead Yoga, Chair Pilates, and Line Dance sessions during the Health Fair. If you or someone you know is certified or experienced in teaching these activities, contact City Hall at 870-633-1315.

UA-EACC Practical Nursing Program University of Arkansas-East Arkansas Community College is proud to offer a High School Practical Nursing Program. The 10-month program is designed to equip students with real-world nursing skills, hands-on clinical experience and a solid foundation for a successful healthcare career. All tuition and fees are paid for by the Office of Skills Development. For more information, call 870-633-4480, ext. 358 or contact Jessica Pettus by email, jpettus@eacc.edu.

Get in, get trained, and get ahead with UA-EACC's Phlebotomy Fast Track Course. Classes will be held May 27 – June 26 in Classroom Building 3, Room 112 on the Forrest City campus. Class schedule is Monday, Wednesday and Thursday from 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM. Spots are limited. For more information, call 870-633-4480, ext. 238 or email cfranklin@eacc.edu. ---------------------------------------------- Also, there’s still time to apply for the UA-EACC Radiologic Technology program. Testing and application deadlines have been extended. The new testing deadline is May 30th, and the application deadline is May 31st. For more information, call 870-633-4480, ext. 408 or email ybrown@eacc.edu.

The public is encouraged to check out the brochure for UA-EACC's Kids on Campus summer schedule online at eacc.edu. The schedule offers tons of fun summer camps for kids and a variety of courses for students of all ages. Call 870-633-4480, ext. 333 to register.

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