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Sunday, January 18th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Smith. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 18th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ River Valley is celebrating MLK Jr. Day with a week of events that began Saturday, Jan. 17 with a Scholarship Banquet at the Reynolds Room (UAFS) and continues today with an ecumenical service at Community Bible Church, followed by breakfast on Monday and lectures later this week. 4029 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Fort Smith Crafting Friends is inviting local residents to join its upcoming crafting sessions as the group grows its creative network in Fort Smith (more details on dates and activities will be shared soon). River Valley Democrat-Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fort Smith was honored as a 2025 Trendsetter City for making its five parks more inclusive, as announced in the Dec. 15 edition of Arkansas Business and recognized today at the Arkansas Municipal League Winter Conference. The award celebrates the city's commitment to welcoming public spaces for families and children. City of Fort Smith
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Fort Smith's Hong Kong Restaurant on Greenwood Avenue offers a glimpse into the past with a red wall of photos and a thick menu full of authentic Asian dishes. Locals can experience a time capsule of flavor that blends tradition and modern choices. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Pocola Indians, *four-time champions*, will compete in the 102nd annual LeFlore County Tournament to try to join Spiro in the record books by extending their winning streak. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Matt Jones and Ethan Westerman preview the Razorbacks’ game against Georgia in Athens on Saturday, Jan. 24 and note that the Arkansas women’s basketball team has begun its conference play at 0-5. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
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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.
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Viking 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon
2:30-6:30 p.m. — 7200 S Zero St, Fort Smith, AR — Registration required — Compete in various distances while supporting local health and fitness initiatives.
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Candlelight: Queen vs. ABBA Concert
8:30 p.m. — United States Marshals Museum — Ticketed event — Enjoy a magical evening of classic hits from Queen and ABBA under candlelight.
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