Forrest County
Your weekly civic and community update
️Weekly Highlights
Catch up on the most notable moments in the county. This section features standout achievements, celebrations and events from the past week, including school milestones, community gatherings and local success stories.
Civic Watch
Keep an eye on your local government. This section includes information about the goings-on at the local courthouse, including meeting agendas and minutes.
- City Council Meeting – August 3 at Town Hall
Topics include community safety grants, traffic signal upgrades, and a proposal for a new youth center in Bellevue. - Fundraiser for Animal Shelter – July 31
Join local volunteers and vendors to support shelter renovations and medical care for rescued animals. Held at the Forrest Community Pavilion, 3–7 p.m. - Planning & Zoning Meeting – August 5 at 6 p.m.
A review of new housing developments and rezoning proposals in Oak Grove. Public comment period included. - Public Hearing on County Budget – August 8 at 7 p.m.
Residents are encouraged to attend and provide feedback on proposed allocations for infrastructure, education, and emergency services.
Neighbor Notes
Want to share something important from your corner of the county? This section features community-submitted updates, including public announcements, civic concerns, local initiatives and noteworthy happenings.
Want to Contribute?
Have a community event, public meeting or local announcement to share?
Submissions are reviewed weekly and may be featured on the Southeast Mississippi Planner.
News from the Source
Stay informed with updates straight from the source. This section features summaries of official press releases from local agencies, organizations and institutions, covering new initiatives, services and developments across the county.