Originally, the unincorporated town was known as Burnt Chimney, serving as a crossroads on the Shelby-Rutherfordton and Spartanburg-Lincolnton roads. Its name was changed to Forest City in 1887, for a prominent citizen, Forest Davis. The town is situated in the foothills of the Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains of North Carolina, within Rutherford County.
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This public high school has classes in English, math, science, social studies and the fine arts. Details the school’s clubs for students, upcoming events, staff members and school news. - Chase High School
http://chs.rcsnc.org/
Public library offers books, newspapers, magazines and music for the public. Details the organization’s policies, search the library’s catalog and use the consortium’s electronic resources. - CMC Library Consortium
http://www.cmclibraries.org/
Features the town's ongoing and upcoming events and projects/activities. Includes town history and facts, location map, museum directory, local news and community links. - Forest City Events
http://www.forestcityevents.com/
Forest City First Baptist Church
Aims to advance the Gospel of Jesus Christ by providing Christian education, worship services and fellowship programs. Includes church location and directions, ministries, staff directory, events calendar, and related links. - Forest City First Baptist Church
http://www.fcfbc.com/
Police department that enforces laws and regulations in Forest City, North Carolina. Information on the city’s ordinances, employment opportunities and news releases. - Forest City Police Department
http://www.forestcitypd.com/
News coverage of life in the Forest City, NC area. Find a way to subscribe to the publication, read sports news, crime statistics and job postings elsewhere on the site. - The Digital Courier
http://www.thedigitalcourier.com/
Provides general and governmental information about the town of Forest City. Offers access to town council activities and services. Includes community maps, events calendar, local news and public notices. - Town of Forest City
http://www.townofforestcity.com/