Good morning, Fort Smith.

The Fort Smith Trailblazer Award is now open for nominations to honor local individuals and organizations that show leadership and innovation.

The city invites residents to nominate those driving positive change + building a thriving community.

Cook Elementary School was placed on Code Yellow after a student reported seeing someone off campus with a weapon (a BB gun) on Feb.

4; officers later confirmed the person was only playing and classes resumed as scheduled.

Dr. Cheryl Holden, executive director of UAFS's master’s in Healthcare Administration program, brings over 40 years of healthcare experience — from bedside care to leadership — to her classroom, equipping students with practical skills that prepare future administrators to serve communities across the region.

University of Arkansas at Fort Smith will use a $15 appropriation to build a new Center for Maternal and Infant Healthcare.

The project, announced on Feb. 4, is set to improve care for local mothers & babies.

Three Fort Smith Northside athletes signed letters of intent Wednesday afternoon to continue their football careers — Warren Bijou committed to play at McPherson College.

Rogers boys basketball team beat Fort Smith Northside 81-59 at Dr. Marlin Berry Arena on Wednesday night, with Chris Hill scoring 27 points + Gus Krout adding 26 in the 6A-West Conference game.

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.

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.

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.

Save a Life II Pickleball Tournament

March 6-8, Pickleball Tournament at the Hangout. Singles, Doubles, Mixed Doubles. All Skill levels and ages

Medal Madness Race Event

8:30 a.m. — 7200 S Zero St, Fort Smith, AR — Registration required — Participate in a thrilling race with distances of 5K, 10K, and half marathon.