Forrest City and other towns across Arkansas are putting proactive measures in place to quell the spread of COVID-19. Disruptions to school, work, and major public gatherings are already manifesting and it’s important to stay up to date on what’s happening in the Forrest City, AR community.

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Arkansas COVID-19 Cases

Arkansas New Coronavirus Cases:
Arkansas Total Coronavirus Cases: 1,012,884
Arkansas New Coronavirus Deaths:
Arkansas Total Coronavirus Deaths: 13,115
U.S. New Coronavirus Cases: 1,648
U.S. Total Coronavirus Cases: 107,184,620
U.S. New Coronavirus Deaths: 8
U.S. Total Coronavirus Deaths: 1,166,662
Last updated June 10, 2023
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Coronavirus News for Forrest City

Arkansas coronavirus cases near 4,000; 173 positive tests at Forrest City prison

The total number of covid-19 cases in Arkansas rose by 237 to 3,984 on Saturday, largely because of additional reporting of test results from the federal prison in Forrest City, officials said at ... More info »

Arkansas Democrat-Gazette - 05/09/2020 02:49am

Prison union points to transfer inmates as root of Forrest City coronavirus outbreak - WREG.com

So far nearly 30 people at an Arkansas federal correctional facility, including both inmates and staff, have tested positive for COVID-19, leading to worries from inmates and the community. More info »

WREG - 04/10/2020 11:25am

Inmates ask for help as COVID-19 breaks out in Forrest City prison - WREG.com

FORREST CITY, Ark. — Inmates are looking for answers after nearly 30 cases of COVID-19 popped up at the federal prison in Forrest City.. State health officials said they are working with the CDC ... More info »

WREG - 04/09/2020 10:29am

Arkansas continues phased reopening as coronavirus cases increase

Arkansas continued its phased reopening Tuesday, as the number of new COVID-19 cases in the community is on the rise. ABC News. Video. ... such as Forrest City, ... More info »

ABC News - 05/19/2020 09:35pm

Arkansas coronavirus cases near 4,000; 173 positive tests at Forrest City prison - The Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

The total number of covid-19 cases in Arkansas rose by 237 to 3,984 on Saturday, largely because of additional reporting of test results from the federal prison in Forrest City, officials said at ... More info »

Northwest Arkansas Democrat Gazette - 05/09/2020 02:54am

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