Back to School Dates

Marvell Academy- Friday, August 8th  

Brinkley Schools- Monday, August 11th

Calvary Christian Schools- Monday, August 11th

Helena/W. Helena- Monday, August 11th

Palestine-Wheatley Schools- Tuesday, August 12th

Barton-Lexa- Monday, August 18th

Forrest City Schools- Monday, August 18th

Marvell-Elaine- Monday, August 18th

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FCSD – Back to School Fair

AUG 9

The Forrest City School District will hold their Back-to-School Fair on Saturday, August 9th from 9:00 am until noon at the Forrest City Junior High School. Free Food/Free School Supplies for FCSD students only. For More information call LaSandra Ward-Bean at 870-581-7034.

 

Lee and Phillips Count Republican Lincoln Day Dinner

AUG 9

Louisiana state Senator and candidate for United States, Congress, Elbert Guillory, will be the keynote speaker at the Lee and Phillips County Republican Lincoln Day dinner August 9, 2025, at the Mariana Civic Center located at 593 Highway 243 Marianna, Arkansas at 6 PM.

 

St. Francis County Extension Homemakers Meeting

AUG 9

Welcoming back the St. Francis County Extension Homemakers, the University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture Research & Extension and Family & Consumer Sciences will have an informational meeting on Saturday, August 9th at 10 am at the St. Francis County Museum. Be a part of a new chapter in a time-honored tradition. Everyone is welcome. As questions or RSVP Marla Lane @ 870-261-1788 or 870-261-1730. Her email is mlane@uada.edu

 

Junior Auxiliary of St. Francis County’s 6th Annual Charity Golf Tournament

AUG 9

The Junior Auxiliary of St. Francis County’s 6th Annual Charity Golf Tournament is this Saturday, August 9th at Ridgecrest Country Club. The 27 hole, 3-Man Scramble helps support local children and families right here in St. Francis County! Check-in is 9:30 am and there are ride along armbands available for $20! Food, Fun, Cash Prizes and More! See you there!

 

School Supply Giveaway

AUG 9

A free school supply giveaway will be held Saturday (8/9) at 10 a.m. at the Freeman Playground at 804 Columbia St. in Helena.

 

FCSD Back to School Open House

AUG 15th

The Forrest City School District will be holding its Open House for all grades including ABC Preschool on Aug 15th from 4-7 PM.

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Good Hope Baptist Church Fish Fry

AUG 16

Good Hope Baptist Church on SFC 311 will host a fish fry with all the fixins, Saturday, August 16th from 5-7 p.m., dine-in or carry out. The event will also feature music and a bake sale. Tickets are $15 each and are available from any church member. Proceeds will go toward needed repairs at the church.

 

Honoring Mother Ernestine Weaver

AUG 17

Williams Temple Church of God in Christ will be honoring Mother Ernestine Weaver on Sunday, August 17th at 2:30 p.m. at the Thomas Wellness Center. Special guests will be Pastor Lincoln Barnett and the Salem Baptist Church family. The public is invited to attend.

 

Rotary Club BINGO Scholarship Fundraiser

AUG 21

Join in on the fun at the Mississippi River State Park Visitor Center starting at 6 pm for BINGO, food, over $500 in prizes and fun. A Marianna Rotary bingo caller will guide you through multiple rounds of the classic game. Proceeds go towards a scholarship fund for Lee County. A grilled dinner and snacks served. Hope to see you there!

 

Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas to Host USDA Food Distributions in St. Francis County

AUG 21

The Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas will host multiple USDA food distributions in St. Francis County on Thursday, August 21st  at the times listed or until food runs out at the following locations: Larry S. Bryant Wellness Center & Sports Complex and Palestine City Hall. Households are eligible to receive USDA foods once per month and must reside in St. Francis County. For more information about the distribution of USDA foods or questions concerning eligibility for this program, contact Natalie Neal at the Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas by calling 870-932-3663.

 

Ridgewood Baptist Church Benefit for Vita Finch

AUG 23

Saturday, August 23rd  Ridgewood Baptist Church in Forrest City will host a Benefit Drive Through Fish Fry/Chicken Strip dinner for Vita Finch. The $15 plate meal will be from 3 to 6 pm. If you have any questions or want to donate call Alicia @ 870-494-6927, Brad @ 870-494-6907, Karleigh @ 870-270-6276 or Britton @ 870-702-0013.

 

UA-EACC will host Wynne Center Community Open House

AUG 19

The University of Arkansas-East Arkansas Community College will host a Wynne Center Community Open House on Tuesday, August 19th from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. at the UA-EACC Wynne Center. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about UA-EACC’s new programs at the Wynne Center, complete applications, meet with admissions and academic advisors, receive information from financial aid and assistance with completing the FAFSA, and register for fall classes. Registration for the Fall semester continues and classes begin on Monday, August 25th. The complete schedule of classes is available online at EACC.edu.  UA-EACC’s Wynne Center is located at 1790 N. Falls Boulevard in Wynne. For more information about the Wynne Center Community Open House, call 870-633-4480, ext. 600.

 

FCHS Class of 1980 High School Class Reunion

AUG 29-30

The Forrest City High School Class of 1980 will have their 45th “Back Down Memory Lane” high school reunion, August 29-30. The event will feature entertainment by Trio Plus from Memphis during the Banquet/Prom night on Aug 30th. For more Information, contact Allen Glen Jones at 240-515-1361.

 

Forrest City Athletic Hall of Fame Banquet

SEPT 5

The Forrest City Athletic Hall of Fame Class of 2025 has been announced.  This year’s Hall of Fame Banquet Friday, September 5th , prior to the home game against longtime rival Wynne with tickets available at several locations throughout Forrest City. The Banquet will again be held at the Forrest City High School Cafeteria this year. Tickets for the banquet will go on sale August 15th and will be available at Cedric Williams State Farm Office, Delta Office Works, the High School Principal’s office, and the Forrest City Area Chamber of Commerce. For more information contact Frederick Freeman or Mallory Nimocks.

 

Inaugural Forrest City Athletic Hall of Fame and Rumble on the Ridge Golf Tournament

SEPT 6

The Inaugural Forrest Cit Athletic Hall of Fame and Rumble on the Ridge Golf Tournament will be Saturday, September 6th at the Forrest City Country Club. A 4-Ma Scramble, $400 per team $100 per individual event will have an 8AM Shotgun start. For more information go to rumbleontheridgefc.com

Cash prizes awarded based on the number of teams! Get your team together and be a part of this inaugural event!

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