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TOWN OF FOREST CITY ANNOUNCES APPOINTMENT OF BILLY SAMUEL AS NEW FIRE CHIEF Forest City, NC: The Town of Forest City is pleased to announce the selection of Billy Ray Samuel, Jr. as the new Fire Chief for the Town of Forest City. Town Manager Janet Mason announced Samuel’s appointment to this...

Public Notice: Request for Qualifications (RFQ): Florence Mill Redevelopment The Town of Forest City is seeking highly qualified real estate development firms with successful experience rehabilitating historic mills and collaborating with public entities to submit their qualifications for...

Public Notice: Request for Qualifications (RFQ): Florence Mill Redevelopment The Town of Forest City is seeking highly qualified real estate development firms with successful experience rehabilitating historic mills and collaborating with public entities to submit their qualifications for...

The Town of Forest City Launches the Burnt Chimney Social District Forest City, NC: The Town of Forest City proudly announces the launch of the Burnt Chimney Social District on July 1, 2024. This district will allow patrons to enjoy alcoholic beverages responsibly as they explore and enjoy the array...

A State of Emergency was declared in Forest City on January 9, 2024 at 11:59am.

The Town of Forest City is set to begin the hydrant flushing program on Friday, August 4. The flushing will begin around the Trade Street tank at midnight Friday and last until approximately 4:00 AM. Areas on Main Street and streets adjacent to Main Street may be affected. The flushing will begin...

The Town of Forest City has partnered with the Foothills Regional Commission to create a comprehensive long-range planning document that the town will use to plan for the future. If you are a resident, property owner, or business owner of Forest City, the town encourages you to participate in this...

Invitation for Bid: Abatement of Public Nuisance The Town of Forest City Code Enforcement Department is seeking a Lawn Care and Landscape Contractor. Contractor must have workers compensation insurance and a minimum of one million dollars in liability insurance. Duties include, but aren’t limited to...

The COVID-19 State of Emergency has been terminated.

Incidents Noah Wright reported an incident of larceny. Michelle Forbes reported an incident of larceny. An officer of the Forest City Police Dept. reported an incident of possession of schedule VI. An employee of Simmons Tire & Detailing reported an incident of a lost dealer tag. Arrests Matthew...

Incidents An officer of the Forest City Police Dept. reported an incident of possession of schedule VI and possession of drug paraphernalia. Arrests Aaron Herman Boswell, age 33, of W. Church St. in Bostic, was arrested on a warrant for communicating threats and damage to property. He received a $1...