Good morning Forrest City! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- Why Sheriff May says deputy Trey Bynum will keep his job
- What did KWYN’s newscast reveal from Forrest City to Cross County?
Also on today's calendar: K-POP WARRIORS - FORREST CITY, AR.
Today's riddle: What do sweet potatoes wear to bed? 🤔 (Answer below!)
Weather forecast:
- Friday: A stray morning thunderstorm, with a high of 83 and low of 73 degrees.
- Saturday: A shower and t-storm; humid, temps: high: 88, low: 74.
🌶 Hot!
- Sunday: Humid with a thunderstorm, with a high of 82 and low of 67 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• St. Francis County sheriff defends re-hiring of Trey Bynum (thewynneprogress.com) — A packed press conference at the St. Francis County Courthouse in Forrest City saw Sheriff Bobby May firmly defend his decision to re-hire deputy Alvin “Trey” Bynum. Bynum, recently dropped by Marion police over application issues, insisted he was cleared in investigations related to a 2024 teen’s death, while the victim’s father now campaigns for sheriff.

• KWYN's 10 O'Clock News - Thursday, June 11, 2026 by KWYN AM 1400 / FM 102.9 / FM 106.9 (soundcloud.com) — Tonight’s KWYN 10 O’Clock News lineup includes coverage of Sheriff Bobby May’s press conference in Forrest City about re-hiring deputy Trey Bynum, alongside a mix of regional crime, government, and community updates. Listeners also hear about projects, events, and sports across nearby counties.

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🗓 Events Nearby
Saturday June 13
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ACT - HS Cafe
Bald Knob School District
Bald Knob, AR 72010
8:00 am
Sunday June 14
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Pour & Brunch →
The Social, 1004 Chancery Ln, Jonesboro
10:30 am
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Compassionate Care Clinic - A Safe Lifestyle from Opioids
Searcy Regional Chamber of Commerce
MARA meetings can be found through Zoom meetings held every Sunday at 6:00 pm through MARA International. tiffanyhenry299@gmail.com or phone at 501-203-7159.
6:00 pm
Monday June 15
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FFA: Arkansas FFA Leadership Conference
Searcy School District
Hot Springs, AR, USA
7:00 am
Thursday June 18
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Providence Assisted Living - Monthly Support Group
Searcy Regional Chamber of Commerce
2323 S Main St, Searcy, AR 72143
12:00 pm
Friday June 19
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New Artwork-Golden Coast Sunset →
Painting with a Twist, 1401 SE Walton Blvd Ste 111 Ste 111, Bentonville
6:30 pm
Saturday June 20
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Sunflower on Sunset--Fan Fav! →
Painting with a Twist, 17821 Chenal Pkwy Suite D-111, Little Rock
1:00 pm
Friday June 26
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Girl, I Got You! Women's Conference Phase 2 →
Lee Senior High School, 523 Forrest Ave, Marianna
7:00 pm
Saturday June 27
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Blazing Haystack Sunset →
Painting with a Twist, 1401 SE Walton Blvd Ste 111 Ste 111, Bentonville
6:30 pm
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Planetary Emerald's @ Abe's Place →
Abe's Place, 922 Chancery Ln Ste 101, Jonesboro
7:30 pm
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- 🔥 Safety first, flavor second.
A few simple habits make a huge difference:
• Keep a 10-foot safety zone around your grill — kids, pets, and anything flammable stay clear.
•… (Nextdoor )
- A heartfelt thank you to the Arkansas National Guard’s 87th Troop Command for welcoming ADEM officials to their 2026 Boss Lift for an in depth, behind the scenes look at the rigorous training and preparation that every Guardsman undertakes.
Experiences like this deepen our appreciation for the dedication, discipline, and professionalism that define the Guard.
The Arkansas National Guard… (Nextdoor )
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Sam's Club posted a job opening for Stocking Team Associate in Forrest City. Apply here.
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McDonald's Restaurants posted a job opening for Shift Manager in Forrest City. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Forrest City here.
🗞 Nearby News
Wynne
Helena-West Helena
West Memphis
- West Memphis still in running for ‘super project' that could bring up to 6,000 jobs (thewynneprogress.com)
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Yammies! (Thank you Lynda S. for sending it in!)
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