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Friday, January 30th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Smith. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Greenwood has been awarded a 494,500 state matching grant that will let the city finish its inclusive playground along east Westwood Avenue north of Westwood Elementary + the project, in development since 2023, plans a ribbon cutting this summer. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Film submissions are open today for the 6th Annual Fort Smith International Film Festival and MidAmerica Film Market; the festival (July 30 through Aug. 1) welcomes global and regional filmmakers with screenings and educational events. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Van Buren officials cleared a key hurdle on Wednesday by approving $18 million plans for the River Valley Slack Water Project. The harbor upgrade will triple barge capacity and require Five Rivers to post a $600K bond for levee repairs, with federal design approval expected in spring or summer. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fort Smith officials say the melting snow today refreezes overnight to form icy patches that slow road crew efforts. Drivers are advised to go slow (watch for ice on bridges, shaded areas, and residential streets). 5 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ In Tuesday night's road game at Oklahoma, freshman Meleek Thomas sparked a turnaround by scoring 14 second–half points to help the Razorbacks win 83–79, with Coach Calipari praising his clutch play and teamwork with Acuff. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ UAFS men's and women's basketball teams lost to Missouri Southern in Joplin on Thursday night, with both teams struggling to score early. The Lions' baseball season opening series is postponed due to winter rains + the team now prepares for a four-game series in Arkadelphia beginning Thursday afternoon. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
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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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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.
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Fraud Stuart Live Performance
6-9 p.m. — 906 Cocktail and Cigar Lounge — Free entry — Experience the genre-defying sounds of the progressive bluegrass band Fraud Stuart at a local favorite venue.
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Library Style Lab
2-4 p.m. — Fort Smith Public Library (Main Library) — Free entry — Revitalize your old garments and unleash your creativity with stylish clothing alterations.
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