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Good morning, Fort Smith. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 23rd of January.

EDUCATION NEWS

  • A mother learned about her special education son being physically restrained at Fort Smith school through social media, leading to an investigation assisted by Arkansas State Police.  4029 News
  • A guide provides spring break and last school day dates for 20 school districts in Fort Smith and the River Valley, aiding in vacation planning.  Southwest Times Record

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The Fort Smith Board of Directors approved a $4 million expenditure from the city’s general funds to purchase the building at 623 Garrison Ave, which has been used for city administration for 50 years, aiming to consolidate city hall operations into one owned location.  5 News
  • The Arkansas Department of Transportation is planning to hold a public meeting to discuss replacing bridges in Sebastian and Scott counties.  River Valley Democrat-Gazette

HEALTH NEWS

  • Mercy Hospital in Fort Smith nears the completion of its $186 million expansion, including an enlarged emergency room and a new parking garage, set to open May 7.  5 News
  • Baptist Health in Van Buren, Arkansas, has achieved the Arkansas Stroke Ready Hospital designation to enhance rapid response and treatment for stroke patients.  5 News

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Fri, 2/7/25

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  • Newsboys Concert at TempleLive

    The Newsboys will be performing live at TempleLive in Fort Smith, Arkansas.

    Fri, 2/14/25

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  • Simply Seger: A Tribute to Bob Seger

    Simply Seger is a 9-piece tribute band performing Bob Seger's beloved hits spanning five decades at the King Opera House in Van Buren, AR.

    Sat, 2/15/25

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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