Good morning, Fort Smith.

Heavy snowfall and sleet hit the River Valley late Friday, and free rides for essential workers began Saturday as icy roads made commuting dangerous; a storm warning remains until 3 p.m. today with additional snow and sleet expected.

Fort Smith's Hope Campus has expanded its shelter capacity during a severe winter storm, adding extra mats and opening space for the unhoused and their pets when temperatures fall below 40 degrees.

The shelter provides warm beds, blankets and winter clothing, and invites local donations + volunteer support to help those in need.

An anonymous $7.5 million gift has created a permanent endowment for local Catholic schools during Catholic Schools Week to fund tuition assistance and enhanced STREM programming.

The fund — administered by First National Bank — will guide annual spending priorities through a collaborative planning process.

Sen. John Boozman toured the Bekaert plant in Van Buren on Thursday, Jan.

22 to discuss how recent tariff changes may affect local manufacturing and stressed the need for clear policies.

Former Greenwood and UAFS star Anna Trusty is having a strong full season at Oral Roberts University, where she averages 16.6 points per game — proving her scoring remains sharp despite joining a new team.

The underdog University of Arkansas at Fort Smith baseball team is set to open its season Friday at 1 p.m. against Southeastern Oklahoma State — entering its second MIAA season, the Lions aim to exceed expectations.

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.

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.

Taj Farrant Live Concert

6:00-11:59 p.m. — Majestic Fort Smith — Entry cost not specified — Experience the electrifying live show of the young guitar prodigy, Taj Farrant.