The City of Forrest City new HealthBot machine! This device is available for you to check your blood pressure, weight, and body mass index (BMI).
Citizens can come between the hours of 8 am - 4 pm, Monday- Friday at the Forrest City City Hall.
Take advantage of this convenient and free health check-up tool to stay on top of your wellness. We look forward to seeing you there!
Tomorrow September 14, 2024
Legal Aid of Arkansas will conduct a free Record Sealing Clinic, Saturday, September 14th, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at East Arkansas Community College in Forrest City. Record Sealing is the process of hiding your criminal record from public view. Once sealed, the conduct is deemed by law never to have occurred. To register for the clinic, call Legal Aid of Arkansas at 870-972-9224, ext. 4324. Early registration is encouraged.
A St. Francis County Veterans Legal Clinic will be held Thursday (9/19) from 12-2 p.m. at the St. Francis County Museum on Front Street in Forrest City.
The clinic will offer free consultation with legal counsel to provide assistance with expungements, estate planning, business law and landlord/tenant issues.
The clinic is a collaborative effort with Legal Aid of Arkansas and the St. Francis County Museum.
Call 901-523-8990 for more information.
The City of Forrest City is excited to host a city-wide Community Clean-Up Event Saturday, October 19, and we need your help! Whether you're part of an organization, a school, a local church, or simply a passionate volunteer, your participation will make a significant difference.
This is a fantastic opportunity to earn community service hours while helping to beautify our city. Together, we can make Forrest City shine!
🔹 How to Get Involved:
-Organizations: Rally your team to participate and make a collective impact.
-Schools: Encourage students to join and earn those valuable service hours.
-Local Churches: Get your congregation involved in this meaningful cause.
-Volunteers: Simply show up and help out!
Let’s work together to create a cleaner, greener, and more beautiful Forrest City. For more details, please email Shenderson@cityofforrestcityar.com or call (870) 633-1315
The City of Forrest City would like to extend our heartfelt thoughts and prayers to our CID Officer Paul Arceneaux of the Forrest City Police Department. Officer Arceneaux experienced a medical emergency yesterday, and he could use all the support and prayers we can offer during this challenging time. Our community stands with him and his family, and we hope for his swift and full recovery.
Remembering 9/11
Forrest City High School will hold its annual College Night event on Tuesday, Sept. 10, from 5 to 7 p.m. in the high school cafeteria.
Representatives from more than 20 colleges and universities in Arkansas and surrounding states along with representatives from the military branches are expected to be on hand for the event.
Students will be able to apply to college and receive important scholarship information. The event is open to all Forrest City High School students and parents. Seniors and juniors are encouraged to attend.
On Friday, September 6, Mayor Larry S. Bryant, alongside the Delta Pink Rubies, hosted a vital Prostate and Breast Cancer Screening event at the Forrest City Civic Center. We’re thrilled to share that the event was a resounding success!
Thank you to everyone who participated and contributed to making this event impactful.
Regular screenings are crucial for early detection and prevention. We appreciate your commitment to health and look forward to future events that promote wellness in our community.
This past Saturday, September 7, the Forrest City Recreational Department hosted an amazing Kids Fishing Derby! The event was a big hit, with lots of smiling faces and enthusiastic little anglers.
The kids had a blast casting their lines and catching fish, and everyone enjoyed a day filled with laughter. A huge thank you to everyone who came out and made the day special. We’re already looking forward to next year’s derby!
Photo Credits : Seccer Cole and Shandice Ursery
Forrest City Health Department Flu Shot
The Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas will host a drive-thru mobile food distribution in St. Francis County on Thursday, September 19 from 8-10 a.m. at the Larry S. Bryant Multipurpose Center in Forrest City.
Persons receiving USDA foods must reside in St. Francis County and must also meet the income guidelines that have been set for the Emergency Food Assistance Program.
USDA foods are distributed on a first come, first served basis.
For more information, contact the Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas at 870-932-3663.
Legal Aid of Arkansas will conduct a free Record Sealing Clinic, Saturday, September 14th, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at East Arkansas Community College in Forrest City.
Record Sealing is the process of hiding your criminal record from public view. Once sealed, the conduct is deemed by law never to have occurred.
To register for the clinic, call Legal Aid of Arkansas at 870-972-9224, ext. 4324. Early registration is encouraged.
East Arkansas Community College will present GRAMMY® award-winning singer LeAnn Rimes on Saturday, September 21st at 7:30 p.m. at the EACC Fine Arts Center.
Tickets are available online at EACC.edu or by calling 870-633-4480, ext. 352.
International multi-platinum selling acclaimed singer and ASCAP award-winning songwriter LeAnn Rimes has sold more than 48 million units globally.
Her hits including "How Do I Live," Can't Fight the Moonlight," "Blue," "I Need You," and others.
Tickets for the LeAnn Rimes concert are $49 and are available online at EACC.edu, by calling 870-633-4480, ext. 352, or in person at the Fine Arts Center Ticket Office.
Book Sale at Forrest City Library
Legal Aid of Arkansas will conduct a free Record Sealing Clinic, Saturday, September 14th, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at East Arkansas Community College in Forrest City.
Record Sealing is the process of hiding your criminal record from public view. Once sealed, the conduct is deemed by law never to have occurred. To register for the clinic, call Legal Aid of Arkansas at 870-972-9224, ext. 4324. Early registration is encouraged.
The St. Francis County Veteran's 5K is Saturday, October 5th. Registration for each participant is $20 and registration will begin at 7 a.m. at the Forrest City Area Chamber of Commerce, 203 N. Izard Street, in Forrest City. The race will begin at 8 a.m.; participants will be able to run, walk, or bike the race. All proceeds go to benefit the St. Francis County Veteran's Services. For more information, contact Wilbert Dawson at 870-261-1702 or Joey Astin at 870-270-7573.
The Forrest City Public Library will have a book sale Monday, September 9th . $3.00 per bag and bags will be provided. You choose the books. For more information call the library @ 870-633-5646.
From Forrest City Department:
The Family of Derrick Heard is needing your help. They have not heard or seen him in a while and are concerned. Let try to locate Mr. Heard. If you see him contact the Forrest City Police Department so we can inform the family.
Saturday Sept 7, 2024
FREE EVENT for the children.
Today at the Forrest City Civic Center
