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Tuesday, January 20th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Smith. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 20th of January.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day Parade took place Monday, Jan. 19 in downtown Fort Smith to honor his legacy — local officials, organizers, and community members joined the event. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Monday morning saw a MLK Day breakfast at UAFS with speaker Dr. Dewayne Goldmon, who stressed that hope must be paired with action during lectures and a civil rights display. The university is also collecting peanut butter donations for the River Valley Regional Food Bank. 4029 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Arkansas Department of Health recognized 48 hospitals, 38 ambulance services, three regional teams, and three individuals for high stroke care performance from July 2024 to June 2025 (including Mercy Hospital Fort Smith among the honorees). This award recognizes measures such as defect-free care, door-to-CT times, and EMS prenotification practices. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Fort Smith Northside's Jayvyn Bullock earned player of the week honors with a game-winning four-point play on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, while Mansfield's Ward was also recognized for his strong performance as his team celebrated their win. 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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