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Thursday, February 19th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Smith. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Fort Smith is creating new pathways that connect neighborhoods to nature, offering safe walking and biking routes — linking the river’s edge with Chaffee Crossing for all ages. City of Fort Smith
- ➤ Girl Scout cookie booth sales will begin tomorrow with classic favorites and a new rocky road-inspired Exploremores cookie available at local booths and online. Proceeds support Girl Scout activities and help build business skills in the community. Southwest Times Record
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ UAFS Vietnamese Student Association is hosting a free Lunar New Year celebration from 6-10 p.m. Friday at the Reynolds Room in the Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center, featuring cultural performances, traditional games for raffle prizes, and local food samples for attendees. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The National Weather Service in Tulsa issued a red flag warning effective today from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. for parts of Northwest Arkansas as high winds and low humidity increase wildfire risk. Officials in Benton and Madison counties (burn bans in effect) advised residents not to burn anything. 4029 News
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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
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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.
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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.
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Danny Gokey, We Are Messengers & Jon Reddick Concert
7-10 p.m. — Community Bible Church — Tickets start at $165 — Experience an unforgettable night of music with Danny Gokey, We Are Messengers, and Jon Reddick.
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