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Saturday, January 3rd, 2026

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Good morning, Fort Smith. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 3rd of January.

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Last December, Fayetteville, Fort Smith, and Harrison set record low rain totals (0.11, 0.07, and 0.05 inches) amid statewide drought; the National Weather Service warned of increased wildfire risk.  River Valley Democrat-Gazette

SPORTS NEWS

  • Fayetteville-based Razorbacks are scheduling transfer visits on the first day of the NCAA transfer portal, & additional meetings are planned to shape the team roster.  River Valley Democrat-Gazette
  • The Fort Smith Northside Grizzlies are set to start their 16-game 6A-West season after a grueling nonconference slate — Coach Cody Wilmath said the early schedule ranks among the toughest in the state and looks to spark a strong run.  River Valley Democrat-Gazette

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Children's Storytime

    10-11 a.m. — Fort Smith Public Library (Main Library) — Free entry — Enjoy stories, songs, and puppetry in a delightful weekly gathering for kids and caregivers.

    Thu, 1/8/26

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  • STEAM Team: Snowflakes Workshop

    3:30-5:00 p.m. — Fort Smith Public Library (Main Library) — Free entry — Explore science and art by creating snowflake designs with marshmallows and toothpicks.

    Mon, 1/12/26

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  • Growing Little Readers: Everyday Literacy for Every Family

    5:30-7 p.m. — Fort Smith Public Library (Main Library) — Free entry — Discover practical tools to foster children's literacy and love for reading through everyday activities.

    Tue, 1/13/26

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  • Open Mic Night

    5:30-7:30 p.m. — Fort Smith Public Library — Free entry — A casual evening for poets and musicians to showcase their talent or enjoy performances.

    Thu, 1/15/26

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  • Candlelight: Tribute to The Beatles

    8:30-9:30 p.m. — United States Marshals Museum — Ticketed event — Experience the timeless music of The Beatles performed by a string quartet under candlelight.

    Fri, 1/16/26

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  • Once Upon a Stitch Crochet Club

    4:30-5:30 p.m. — Fort Smith Public Library (Main Library) — Free entry — A creative space for school age children and teens to learn and enjoy crochet together.

    Thu, 1/22/26

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

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