West Memphis Community Outreach

05/28/2026

05/28/2026

Today, Mayor McClendon and city leaders joined the City of West Memphis Community Outreach Department to interview students for Mayor McClendon’s Summer Jobs Program.

This program is bigger than a summer paycheck. It gives young people the opportunity to build workplace skills, strengthen confidence, learn financial responsibility, and gain real world experience while working on projects that impact our community.

Each Friday, students will take part in leadership and life skills training focused on Conflict resolution, Communication skills, Workplace safety, Civic responsibility, Financial literacy, Business plan development, and more!

At the end of the program, students will present their ideas and projects before the West Memphis City Council.

This investment in our youth would not be possible without the support of NextEra Energy Resources, Turner Construction, West Memphis Utilities, the City of West Memphis Community Outreach Department, the West Memphis City Council, and all of the city department heads who help make this program successful.

Together, we are investing in the next generation and building a stronger future for West Memphis.

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05/19/2026

The City's Summer Youth Program Application process is officially CLOSED!!!

🚨 ATTENTION STUDENTS NEW DEADLINE:
Monday, May 18th 🚨
Due to the overwhelming response, the deadline for Mayor McClendon’s Youth Empowerment Summer Jobs Program has been UPDATED!
For more information, contact Theresa Bowe at [email protected]

05/12/2026

‼️ATTENTION West Memphis students ages 16–19 this one’s for you‼️
Ready to earn some cash, build your resume, and make a real impact this summer?
Apply now for Mayor McClendon’s Youth Empowerment Summer Jobs Program!

You can earn up to $1,500 while gaining hands-on experience, developing new skills, and giving back to your community.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of this amazing opportunity!
HURRY only 150 slots available!

Apply today!
Pick up an application at:
West Memphis City Hall
205 South Redding St.
West Memphis, AR

OR
Download and print your application online, then drop it off at City Hall.
http://www.westmemphisar.gov/DocumentCenter/View/5610/West_Memphis_Youth_Summer_Jobs_Application

04/29/2026

04/29/2026

Today, Mayor McClendon, City of West Memphis officials, and West Memphis School District Superintendent welcomed Coca Cola Consolidated’s new Plant Manager, Ernest McRee, to West Memphis.

They discussed ways Coca Cola Consolidated can continue being a strong partner in our community, from supporting local schools to creating opportunities for our residents and investing in the future of our city.

We appreciate Ernest and his team for taking the time to meet us, and we look forward to working together to keep on a .