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Tuesday, February 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Fort Smith. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 18th of February.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Fort Smith road crews have finished pretreating streets and overpasses to prepare for potential ice and freezing rain, urging residents to stay indoors if possible. 4029 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ ATU-Ozark registered nursing students' first-time pass rate on the National Council Licensure Examination for the 2024 calendar year outperformed both the state and national averages. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith campus will be closed on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, due to inclement weather, with classes cancelled and remote work in effect for offices. University of Arkansas Fort Smith
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The agenda packet for the City of Fort Smith Board of Directors meeting on February 18, 2025, has been updated to correct errors in Ordinance No. 6 and Agreement Item No. 10, with the revised packet now available on the city's website. City of Fort Smith
- ➤ The City of Fort Smith Board of Directors' regular meeting on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, was canceled due to inclement weather and has been rescheduled to Friday, February 21, 2025, at the same time and location. City of Fort Smith
- ➤ The Arkansas Department of Transportation plans a public hearing on February 27 to discuss Towson Avenue improvements, focusing on enhanced drainage and ADA-compliant sidewalks. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Recent inspections in the River Valley area revealed various food safety violations across multiple restaurants, including issues with temperature control, sanitation, and proper food storage. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
SHOP NEWS
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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AARP Free Tax Preparation Assistance
AARP volunteers will assist individuals in preparing their taxes at the Windsor Branch Library from January 28 to April 15.
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Aaron McBee Live Performance
Experience a live performance by Aaron McBee at the Majestic Fort Smith in Arkansas.
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World Ballet Company Presents: The Great Gatsby
Experience the vibrant ambiance of the Roaring Twenties through a ballet interpretation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's iconic novel featuring themes of glitz, glamor, and tragic romance.
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Shen Yun: A Journey Through Ancient Chinese Culture
Shen Yun presents a captivating performance that showcases the rich artistic heritage of ancient China through classical dance and stunning visuals.
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