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Sunday, February 15th, 2026

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Good morning, Fort Smith. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 15th of February.

CULTURE NEWS

  • Micayla Dane Pollock stars as Ariel in Perry Ryan Theater’s production of Disney’s The Little Mermaid this month — a show that promises magic and heart for local audiences.  River Valley Democrat-Gazette

SPORTS NEWS

  • Hackett Lady Hornets guard Jessie Mendenhall broke her mother’s three-point record at a recent game and became the team’s best shooter ever * surpassing April Infalt’s mark to set a new milestone.  River Valley Democrat-Gazette
  • Fort Smith Northside's girls passed their first test Friday night in Bentonville as they adjust to playing without Camryn Schmidt.  River Valley Democrat-Gazette
  • Charleston’s Carter Little was named among the state’s top high school quarterbacks when the Arkansas High School Coaches Association released its All-Star Football roster this past week (his performance at Alumni Field underscored local talent).  River Valley Democrat-Gazette
  • Lamar’s senior basketball player Kaz Crotts returned to the team after breaking his ankle on Sept. 19 during a nonconference football game — his comeback sets him up for a strong season.  River Valley Democrat-Gazette
  • Seniors Marah Werschem, Marlee Smith and Olivia Fenner in Lavaca plan to avoid another tough season as they prepare to lead their basketball team’s turnaround.  River Valley Democrat-Gazette

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sun, 2/22/26

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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.

    Fri, 2/27/26

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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.

    Sat, 2/28/26

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  • Save a Life II Pickleball Tournament

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

    Fri, 3/6/26

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  • 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.

    Sat, 3/7/26

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  • Storytime at the Main Library

    10-11 a.m. — Fort Smith Public Library (Main Library) — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful storytime with stories, songs, and puppetry for children and their caregivers.

    Thu, 3/12/26

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