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.
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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.
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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.
Legal Aid Services
City Council Meeting
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Hello everyone SFC 828 west of SFC 811 is temporarily closed they are working on the power line
(From Craig Jones Post )
Just got notified that SFC 253 is blocked due to trees across the road. We will have someone going out there shortly to clear the road. In the meantime please use an alternate route. Thank you.
FYI!!!!!
FYI
Breaking: Diesel Spill on I- 40 between mile markers 235 and 238. Be prepared for both lanes to be impacted.
USDA DISTRIBUTION
SFC 342 is back open again. Thank you
From Judge Craig Jones Post
Hello, was just informed that the water company is about to close SFC 342 (Good Hope Road) around the 501 address point. Please use an alternate route. It should be closed from around 8:30 until noon if no problems arise. Thank you from Judge Craig Jones Post .
Public Notice for dog owners
The Forrest City School District is seeking college students or recent graduates to work in the summer school STEAM program. Applications can be found on the district’s Facebook page. Submit completed applications to donesha.boyd@fcsd.grsc.k12.ar.us. The deadline to apply is May 8th at 4p.m.
Driver’s License Procedures
If you lose your driver’s license after May 12, you will need to apply for a new one online instead of heading to the nearest revenue office.
The Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration (DFA) announced that applications for duplicate driver’s licenses will temporarily be moved online beginning May 12, as state Revenue Offices focus on issuing REAL IDs to residents.
If Arkansans need a duplicate driver’s license, one can be ordered online, and the DFA will mail the replacement.
The DFA said they are currently processing “record” volumes of REAL ID applications. According to the news release, the DFA issued approximately 10,000 REAL IDs this week and 132,000 between April 1 and early May.
People applying for a driver’s license for the first time must still visit a Revenue Office to receive the credential.
Renewals for licenses expiring within 90 days will also continue normally at Revenue Offices.
City Council Meeting tonight 6:00 pm
