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Good morning, Fort Smith. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 5th of February.

CRIME NEWS

  • Arkansas State Police confiscated 2,872 pounds of illegal marijuana from a tractor-trailer during a traffic stop on Interstate 40 in Crawford County, leading to the arrest of the driver, Zhiping Mu, on felony charges.  River Valley Democrat-Gazette
  • Tyler W. Jones was sentenced to 16 years in prison after pleading guilty to multiple charges including theft and felony fleeing, stemming from a high-speed pursuit in Fort Smith.  River Valley Democrat-Gazette

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Following allegations of improper restraint of a student at Euper Lane Elementary, Fort Smith district appointed two staff as interim administrators and an investigation by Arkansas State Police is underway.  River Valley Democrat-Gazette
  • The Fort Smith Public Schools Board of Education begins the process of finding a new superintendent after Terry Morawski announces his resignation effective June 30, with the search firm McPherson and Jacobson, LLC assisting and an expedited application deadline set for February 20.  River Valley Democrat-Gazette

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The Fort Smith Board of Directors delayed a decision on a 3.5% annual sewer rate increase after public feedback urged prioritization of existing funds for city improvements.  River Valley Democrat-Gazette

HEALTH NEWS

  • Mercy Clinic in Fort Smith, Arkansas, is offering walk-in appointments to address the high flu activity in the state, with over 4,000 flu A and 600 flu B cases reported since September.  Southwest Times Record

SPORTS 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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  • 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.

    Tue, 2/25/25

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  • 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.

    Thu, 2/27/25

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  • PSU Men's Golf Tournament at Hardscrabble

    The Pittsburg State University Men's Golf team will compete in the UAFS Hardscrabble tournament at Hardscrabble Golf Course in Fort Smith, Arkansas.

    Mon, 3/3/25

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  • Save a Life Pickleball Tournament

    March 7th, 8th, and 9th at the Hangout in Fort Smith. Proceeds go to the Harbor House Inc. Scholarship Fund to provide services to those suffering from addiction that are on a waiting list.

    Fri, 3/7/25

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