Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 31st of January.
Good morning, Fort Smith.
Fort Smith Police are managing a two-vehicle accident on Waldron Road, advising public to avoid the area from Kinkead to Grand until cleared.
A 34-year-old man was deemed fit for trial for prompting a lockdown at Mercy Hospital in Fort Smith in July.
Fort Smith Public Schools reported break-ins at Fairview Elementary and Ramsey Middle Schools with no immediate safety threats to students or staff.
A Fort Smith man has pleaded not guilty to charges of aggravated robbery involving a firearm and has posted a $20,000 bond.
Heavy rainfall in the River Valley has led to the closure of parts of Highway 252 and Highway 80 due to flooding, impacting local traffic.
Fort Smith plans a sewer rate hike not exceeding 3.5% annually from June 2025, with a public hearing set for February 4 to discuss its consent decree compliance and impacts.
Buddy Mercado is promoted to manager of the Fort Smith Marshals for the 2025 season, succeeding Steve Maddock and aiming to build on the team's performance.
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.
Newsboys Concert at TempleLive
The Newsboys will be performing live at TempleLive in Fort Smith, Arkansas.
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.
Wiggle Worms Storytime at Main Library
A special storytime event for babies and their caregivers, focused on fostering a love of reading with rhymes and songs.
Storytime at Fort Smith Main Library
Children and their caregivers can enjoy storytelling activities, including songs and puppetry, every Thursday morning at the Main Library.
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