
Your local Verizon store will be hosting a “backpack giveaway” on July 28th at 1 p.m. at their location at 201 Deadrick Road in Forrest City.
Verizon will be giving away backpacks filled with school supplies and books. The event will also feature lots of fun activities for the kids, including music and games, plus there’ll be food vendors on site.
Children must be present to get the supplies.
Verizon is looking for sponsors, donations and volunteers to help out with the event.
For more information, call Alexis at 870-630-0907 or email, Alecollins@tccrocks.com.


Public Works Department is currently undertaking a significant effort to clear the overgrown vacant lots on Franklin and Eisenhower streets. This initiative is part of our ongoing commitment to enhancing the beauty and safety of our neighborhood.





The Electric Cooperatives of Arkansas are reminding Arkansans that financial assistance for their electricity bills will soon be available.
Starting July 8, residential households can apply for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP).
LIHEAP is designed to lower the energy burden from low-income households, who pay a high proportion of household income for home energy costs, by paying benefits for home energy bills.
Arkansas LIHEAP offers two types of benefit payments:
1. Regular: A one-time payment based on the household income and the number of household members.
2. Crisis: A one-time payment if you are facing disconnection, have a past due balance or the bill is prepaid for less than seven days.
For more information, contact the CRDC office in Jonesboro at (870) 802-7100.

The Little Rock VA will hold a Virtual Claims Clinic for Arkansas Veterans this Thursday (6/27) from 4-6 p.m.
During the clinic, Veterans may speak one-on-one with staff of the Little Rock VA Regional Office who are ready to assist with specific questions regarding claims for VA benefits.
To reserve a time slot, Veterans are asked to call 501-370-3829 by close of business on Wednesday, June 26.
VA Regional Offices provide financial and other forms of assistance to Veterans and their dependents. This includes disability compensation, survivor’s benefits, pension and fiduciary service, education and training, vocational rehabilitation and employment assistance, life insurance coverage, and home loan guaranties.
For more information about VA benefits, visit www.va.gov.

Summer Enrichment Program & Vacation Bible School


Fireworks in the Delta


Ridgecrest Club in Forrest City will host a one-man scramble, June 29-30. Contact Tony Downey at 870-270-0361 for more information

Children Theater Camp at EACC


Legal Aid Service will be at the library Tuesday


Public Notice


Safe roads meeting will be held tomorrow June 25, 2024, starting at 5 P.M.


Library will be closed Today


CPR Training


A heat advisory has been issued for the mid-south region, in effect from 11 o’clock this (Monday) morning until 8 p.m. Tuesday.
The National Weather Service says that heat index values up to 109 degrees are expected.
Weather officials warn that hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat-related illnesses.
Residents are advised to drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, check up on relatives and neighbors, and try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening.


The City of Forrest City mourns the passing of Bruce L. Morgan, a respected member of our community whose contributions will be remembered for years to come. Bruce's dedication and passion for our city were evident in everything he did, from his active involvement in local initiatives to his unwavering support for community events.
Today, we send our deepest condolences to the Morgan family. Bruce's presence among us will be dearly missed, but his legacy of kindness and service will continue to inspire us all.
May fond memories bring comfort during this difficult time. Our thoughts are with you.


A representative from Legal Aid of Arkansas will be at the Forrest City Public Library on Tuesday, June 25th from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Call the library at 870-633-5646 to make an appointment.


EACC’s Kids on Campus Children’s Theatre Camp presents “Sleeping Beauty” during the week of June 24-28.
Roles are available for students in grades 1-12. All are encouraged to audition and participate.
Those students who are selected will rehearse Monday through Friday (June 21-28), each day from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
A live performance will be held Friday, June 28th at 6 p.m. at the Fine Arts Center.
The deadline to sign-up is this Friday, June 21st. To register, call 870-633-4480, ext. 333.

Every Tuesday in June


Only 2 days left to register!!
Kids on Campus Children’s Theatre Camp presents “Sleeping Beauty” during the week of June 24-28. Kids in grades 1st to 12th will work Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. to prepare for a live performance that will be held June 28th at 6:00 p.m. at the Fine Arts Center. Please call 870-633-4480, ext. 333 to register!


City Council Meeting Tonight 6:00 PM
