Tax Preparation Extended

Through July 31

The Free Tax Preparation & Filing for Arkansas Residents only has been extended to July 31. Taxes prepared and filed for Free by the Forrest City Public Library IRS VITA Site. Call the Forrest City Public Library for more information @ 870-633-5646.

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NAACP Meeting

MAY 8

The St. Francis County branch of the NAACP will hold a Town Hall Meeting, Thursday, May 8th at 6 p.m. at the Forrest City Civic Center. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the Palestine Water Utility.

 

FCSD “STEAM” Program

DEADLINE MAY 8

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.

 

Music at the Mound

MAY 10

Music at the Mount benefitting the Sultana Disaster Museum will be Saturday, May 10th from 4 – 7 pm at The Barn at Mount City. Enjoy an evening of music and a delicious crawfish boil, all while supporting the Sultana Disaster Museum. &75 per person – half /full tables available and sponsorships available. For more information contact Jeff Kollath at jeff@sultanadisastermuseum.com

 

Crochet Class @ FCPL

MAY 12

The Forrest City Public Library is hosting a Crochet class on Monday, May 12th starting at 4:00 pm at the library. From Beginners to experts, work at your own pace. For more information call 870-633-5646.

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Food Bank of NEA to Host Food Distributions in St. Francis County

MAY 15

The Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas will host multiple USDA food distributions in St. Francis County on Thursday, May 15, 2025 at the times listed or until food runs out at the following locations: Larry S. Bryant Wellness Center & Sports Complex located at 2510 S. Washington St. in Forrest City from 8– 10 AM and then at Palestine City Hall located at 101 Higgins St. in Palestine from 9-11 AM. Households are eligible to receive USDA foods once per month and must reside in St. Francis County. Recipients must meet the income guidelines that have been set for The Emergency Food Assistance Program. 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.

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AARP Hosting an Accessibility Audit

MAY 17

AARP Arkansas is conducting an accessibility audit on a one-mile stretch of the Delta Heritage Trail on Saturday, May 17, at Turning Point Park at the corner of Lee Street Community Center, 112 Main Street, Elaine.  This free, open-to-the-public event will start at 11 a.m. with a brief training and safety briefing, followed by a walk and/or cycle. Refreshments will be provided after the ride/walk. Accessibility items such as walkers and wheelchairs are welcome. You can also bring your own bike or use the Elaine bike share program. To register for this free and open-to-the-public event, click the link https://events.aarp.org/BikeAudit or call the event registration number at 877-926-8300.

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Christian Counseling Associates grants and Seeking Counselors

ONGOING

The Foundation for Christian Counseling/Concepts of Truth continues to provide grants to individuals in need and refers to Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) for support. Also, Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) is looking to fill outpatient counselor positions immediately in our service area. We are accepting applications from Licensed Counselors, Licensed Clinical Social Workers, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists. For those starting their career, we offer training and supervision toward independent licensure as part of employment at CCA. 

You can find more information here:

👉 https://christiancounselingwpa.com/about/employment-opportunities/

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