Good morning, Fort Smith.

Volunteer firefighter Brenda Speer, valued for her service with White Bluff-Rye Hill VFD, will be honored with a celebration of life at 10 a.m. Feb.

25 at McConnell Funeral Home Chapel in Greenwood + donations in her name are accepted instead of flowers following her Feb. 15 passing due to a stroke.

On Ash Wednesday, Rev.

Jim McDonald at St. John's Episcopal Church in Fort Smith gave ashes at noon and 6 p.m. to mark the start of the 40-day Lent season (observing traditional fasting and sacrifice).

Van Buren School Board accepted a $117,000 state grant for two new generators & approved the 2026-27 school calendar during its recent meeting.

The grant supports the district’s equipment update as they set the academic year schedule.

The UAFS men's basketball team ended a two-game losing streak with a 98-87 win at MWSU Fieldhouse in St. Joseph, Mo, on Thursday.

The win boosts team momentum ahead of upcoming games.

Mansfield senior Kaylee Ward returned to school and played on Thursday night after treatment for appendicitis, helping the Lady Tigers secure a 51-33 win over Paris in the semifinals of the 3A-4 tournament.

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

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.

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.

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.