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Friday, January 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Fort Smith. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local shelters in Fort Smith expand capacity and modify policies to accommodate everyone seeking refuge from the upcoming freezing temperatures. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ The 11th annual Frozen Buns Run attracts 150 participants for a social 5K event at Chaffee Crossing, continuing a tradition born from marathon cancellations due to an ice storm in 2014. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ William E. Osburn Jr. faces trials in March and May for violating a protection order and a sexual assault charge, after his recent release from custody. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The 2024 Fort Smith International Film Festival and MidAmerica Film Market experienced unprecedented success with record attendance, widened media reach, and significant local economic impact. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Denali Water Solutions asserts the lack of physical harm from odors in a motion to dismiss a lawsuit related to offensive smells in the River Valley. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Fort Smith medical marijuana grower plans to appeal a judge's decision that his license was wrongly issued due to application errors. Arkansas Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Fort Smith Marshals are gearing up for their second Mid-America League season on May 22, aiming for improvement with a full off-season of preparation and new fan-friendly initiatives after finishing last season with a 28-38 record. Southwest Times Record
- ➤ The Springdale Red Bulldogs begin their 6A-West Conference play with momentum after winning the King Cotton Holiday Classic, facing Fort Smith Northside in their new Bulldog Arena. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
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Medal Madness Race Series: 1M to Half Marathon
This event includes multiple race distances ranging from 1 mile to a half marathon, offering finisher medals and a costume contest, held at Ben Geren Regional Park.
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