General

Effective immediately, the Foreman Early Storm Warning System will be tested only on the first Wednesday of each month at noon. This brief test will be conducted only on days that are clear and free from inclement weather in the area. Please don’t be alarmed by these brief tests. In the event a storm is in the area and imminent danger is present, the warning system will continue to sound until the threat has passed.

ASSENTEE – County Clerk’s Office – Courthouse

ARDEN TOWNSHIP – Arden Community Building

ARKINDA TOWNSHIP – King Ryder Church

ASHDOWN WARD 1 – First Baptist Church Fellowship Hall

ASHDOWN WARD 2 – Church of Christ Fellowship Hall

ASHDOWN WARD 3 – Church of the Nazarene Fellowship Hall

BURKE TOWNSHIP – Winthrop City Hall

CANEY TOWNSHIP – Cerrogordo Fire Department

CLEVELAND TOWNSHIP – Wilton Schoolhouse

FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP – Millwood Baptist Church

FOREMAN WARD 1 – First Baptist Church Fellowship Hall

FOREMAN WARD 2 – First Baptist Church Fellowship Hall

FOREMAN WARD 3 – Foreman School Agricultural Building

JACKSON TOWNSHIP – First Baptist Church Fellowship Hall

JEFFERSON TOWNSHIP – Church of Christ Fellowship Hall

JEWELL TOWNSHIP – King Ryder Church

JOHNSON TOWNSHIP – Ogden Community Building

LICK CREEK TOWNSHIP – Oak Grove Baptist Church

LITTLE RIVER TOWNSHIP – Winthrop City Hall

RED RIVER TOWNSHIP – Richmond Church

WALLACE/RICHLAND TOWNSHIP – Wallace Fire Station

The computer lab at the Nelda Wilkinson Educational Center is one step closer to its grand reopening, thanks to a generous donation by Ash Grove Cement, in Foreman.

“We at Ash Grove are committed to our community and to doing what we can to benefit the residents of Foreman,” said Cary Austell, president of the company.

The $2500 donation will be used to purchase workstations for the lab and its 10 computers, which were given by both David Wilkinson of Foreman and Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas.

“The teamwork between so many that has catapulted this project is such an encouragement to me,” said Steve Cole, chancellor of Cossatot. His words were echoed by Mike Cranford, treasurer of the city of Foreman, who first approached Ash Grove regarding their gift.

“I am dedicated to doing everything I can for the city of Foreman and it’s an honor to be able to help facilitate this project,” he said. “And I’m grateful for the many who have stepped up to make it happen.” The lab is expected to reopen in April, with a ceremony sponsored by the city of Foreman and Cossatot.

The computer lab at the Nelda Wilkinson Educational Center will soon reopen, thanks to a donation by Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas’ (CCCUA) Foundation and Mr. David Wilkinson, former mayor of Foreman and widower of Nelda Wilkinson, who also served as mayor until her death.

Mr. Wilkinson has felt strongly for some time that the computer lab be reinstated with new equipment. Ten computers will soon be activated in the lab, and both credited and non-credited, continuing education classes will be offered.

Mr. Wilkinson, who served as mayor from February of 2004 until late 2010 says that this gift is a way of keeping his late wife’s wishes. “I want to give more to keep the education center going. It’s for my wife…to honor her memory,” he said.

Heading up this project is Mike Cranford, recorder and treasurer for the city of Foreman. He is being assisted by the IT staff of CCCUA. Together, they hope to have the lab up and running before the end of the spring semester.

“We want to do whatever we can for the city of Foreman,” said CCCUA Chancellor Steve Cole. “I look forward to our college reaching out to their citizens with the convenience of technology and with easily accessible education opportunities.”

Due to the renovation to city hall the offices will be temporarily relocated to 924 North Madden (old Foreman Muffler Shop). This move is effective January 13, 2012 until completion. We anticipate returning to our normal offices by late February or early March. Office hours will be 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday – Friday. Phone numbers will be the same 870.542.7434 city hall 870.542.6234 water dept & 870.542.6101 fax. We apologize for the inconvenience this may cause our customers & ask that you please be patient with us during this construction.

The City of Foreman will hold a special city council meeting Monday, January 9, 2012 at 6:00 p.m. in the Foreman Community Center. The topics on the agenda are (A) accept the low bid for renovation of the offices at city hall, (B) accept the low bid for asbestos abatement at city hall.