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Warning to North Carolina Citizens: Beware of Illegitimate Contractor Scams in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene

Forest City, NC - Residents of Rutherford County are now eligible to apply for disaster assistance through FEMA following the devastation of Helene. This allows individual property owners to apply for financial aid to help cover the costs of storm-related repairs and recovery efforts. Under FEMA's...

Forest City, NC - The Town of Forest City Water Treatment Plant has received some questions concerning the safety of our water. There have been no interruptions in our water treatment process. We are NOT under a boil advisory. If we ever need to issue a boil water advisory, we will send out notices...

ELECTRICIAN INFORMATION FOR RESTORATION OF SERVICES: The Code Enforcement and Development Department has compiled a list of electricians that have previously obtained permits inside our jurisdiction to complete electrical work in the past. If you are looking for someone to assist in restoring...

A State of Emergency was declared on September 25, 2024, ahead of Tropical Storm Helene.

Forest City, NC: The Town of Forest City is pleased to welcome Elias Henderson as a Lead for North Carolina Fellow. Henderson began his fellowship with the Town of Forest City on August 1, 2024 and will work alongside Town Planner Preston Janco through June 2025 to assist with the administration of...

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...