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Wednesday, January 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Fort Smith. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Warming shelters in Arkansas are providing refuge from subfreezing temperatures and snow with a list of locations and contact information available for those in need. 5 News
- ➤ Fort Smith is eligible to apply for a $4.35 million Community Noise Mitigation Program to install noise-reducing insulation in two schools affected by military aviation noise. City of Fort Smith
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A juvenile involved in an October robbery spree in Fort Smith has requested a mental exam to assess criminal responsibility, pleading not guilty. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Fort Smith Public Schools Police Department was awarded a certificate for 100% compliance with standards by the Arkansas Commission on Law Enforcement Standards and Training after a recent audit. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Winter Storm Watch has been issued for Eastern Oklahoma and Western Arkansas for Thursday and Friday, with significant snow accumulation expected south of I-40, impacting travel and possibly leading to school and business closures. 5 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Baptist Health-Fort Smith will begin hosting monthly support group meetings for stroke survivors and their caregivers on January 17, open to all, featuring varied topics on post-stroke care. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
SHOP NEWS
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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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Beginning Watercolor for Homeschoolers
This event offers homeschoolers an opportunity to learn the basics of watercolor painting with all supplies provided, suitable for ages fourth grade and up.
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