City of Forrest City

SFC Food Distributions The Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas will host USDA Food Distributions in St. Francis County this month. The distributions will be at the following locations and times on Thursday, April 17th: --Larry S. Bryant Center in Forrest City, 8-10 a.m. --Palestine City Hall, 9-11 a.m. --Wheatley City Hall, 9-11 a.m. Recipients are eligible to receive USDA foods once per month, must reside in St. Francis County and must meet income guidelines. USDA foods are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, call the Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas at 870-932-3663.

ASP Distracted Driver Campaign The Arkansas State Police Highway Safety Office is launching a statewide high-visibility enforcement effort, April 7-14, in an effort to deter distracted driving. During the campaign, law enforcement officers will work together to enforce texting and distracted-driving laws and remind drivers: Put the Phone Away or Pay. This effort comes during April, which is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month. Officials say distractions while driving, whether it's texting, talking on the phone, or anything else that takes attention away from driving, significantly impair a driver's ability to react to hazards and make quick decisions and is a major cause of death and injury. Officials say in 2022, there were 3,308 people killed and nearly 290,000 people injured in traffic crashes involving distracted drivers. Remember: Put the Phone Away or Pay.

--A Community Easter Egg hunt will be held Saturday (4/12) from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.at the Forrest City Sports Complex.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 7, 2025 From the Office of Code Enforcement – Forrest City, Arkansas Contact: Kendall Pettus, Code Enforcement Officer Phone: 870-633-1315 Email: codeenforcement@cityofforrestcityar.com Public Safety Notice: Storm Damage Repairs & Consumer Alert Issued by Code Enforcement Officer Kendall Pettus In the aftermath of the severe storms that affected Forrest City and the surrounding areas over the weekend, many residents are now facing property damage and beginning the process of recovery. The Office of Code Enforcement is here to serve and support our community during this time. Officer Kendall Pettus is advising all residents to exercise caution when selecting contractors for repairs and cleanup services. There have been several reports of out-of-town contractors arriving in the area and offering quick repair work. Residents are strongly encouraged to verify that any contractor they hire is licensed, insured, and familiar with Forrest City’s permitting requirements. For questions or to report suspicious contractor activity, please contact the Office of Code Enforcement at 870-633-1315 or email codeenforcement@cityofforrestcityar.com.

Community Clean-Up Day! Join us this Saturday, April 12, 2025, at 8:30 AM as we come together to help make our city cleaner and greener! We’re looking for volunteers to help with cleaning up our streets, parks, and public spaces. Your participation can make a big difference in keeping Forrest City beautiful! Come out, lend a hand, and let’s work together to create a cleaner, healthier community.

Celebrate National Library Week with Us! This week, we’re shining a spotlight on the amazing resources and services our local library provides. From checking out books to using computers or simply enjoying a peaceful place to visit, our library has something for everyone! Come by and explore what we have to offer at 421 South Washington, Forrest City, AR. Whether you’re looking to dive into a good book, get some work done, or just hang out, our doors are always open to you. Stop by today and experience the magic of your local library!

A Community Easter Egg hunt will be held Saturday (4/12) from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.at the Forrest City Sports Complex.

From the page of Craig Jones If your house is flooding and you do not have flood insurance, please take pictures of the flooding in the house and save them. Then call the judges office Monday morning at 870-261-1708 and we will get some info from you and send it to the governors office. Our OES Department (Zakk Jumper) will be in touch with you and you can send the pictures to him at a later time, but please get pictures of the damage now. Thank you

🚨 Traffic Alert 🚨 There has been a traffic accident on 239 Westbound causing a complete standstill. Please avoid the area and use alternate routes to get to your destination. Stay safe and drive cautiously! For more traffic information go to https://www.idrivearkansas.com/

SFC Road Washed Out A rural road southeast of Forrest City in St. Francis County has been closed after being washed out during the heavy rains in the area on Wednesday (4/2). St. Francis County Judge Craig Jones reports that SFC road 722 located at the end of Hwy 334 has been washed out and is impassable. Judge Jones asks motorists to use an alternate route and be careful driving other county roads because there could be washouts that have not yet been reported.

Woodruff Electric Severe weather is forecasted for the majority of Arkansas. Make sure you have our outage number saved in your phone in case you need it! Call 1 (888) 559-6400 to report an outage 24/7/365.

Storm Safety

🚨 Severe Storm Alert for Tonight 🚨 Attention, everyone! Storms tonight may become severe, with a possibility of a tornado. Please stay safe by heading to one of the local storm shelters: Shelters Available: Forrest City Civic Center Larry S. Bryant Multipurpose Center First Baptist Church Calvary Christian Daycare School ** Important Reminder: During the storm, we strongly encourage all citizens to avoid driving around. Please get to a safe location as soon as possible. Your safety is our top priority! Stay safe and be prepared

World Autism Day

The City of Forrest City Community Clean Up

The 2025 Eastern Arkansas Rural Business Development Conference will be held Thursday (4/3) from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Forrest City Civic Center. The conference is titled, “Revitalizing Rural Communities: Pathways to Business Growth and Success.” On-site participants will be served free breakfast and lunch. Register by calling 1-800-482-7641 or email, dharrison@arhdc.org.

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FYI A Health & Wellness Community Expo will be held Friday (4/4) from 9-2 at the James Banks Gymnasium at Lee High School in Marianna. The event will feature screening mammograms for women age 40 and above. Please bring your driver’s license & insurance cards. Call 870-295-5225 for more information.

The 2025 Eastern Arkansas Rural Business Development Conference will be held Thursday (4/3) from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Forrest City Civic Center. The conference is titled, “Revitalizing Rural Communities: Pathways to Business Growth and Success.” On-site participants will be served free breakfast and lunch. Register by calling 1-800-482-7641 or email, dharrison@arhdc.org.