Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of February.
Good morning, Fort Smith.
Mama Z’s Cafe in Tontitown is offering its Lenten fish fry each Friday during Lent, serving crispy catfish filets with hush puppies, coleslaw, tartar sauce, fries, and onion rings at lunch and dinner (11 a.m. to 2 p.m.) to honor local Catholic traditions.
According to the Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing, 79 work-related fatalities were reported in 2024 — a 14% decline from last year.
Emporia State baseball scored a 14-4 win over Arkansas-Fort Smith on Friday afternoon at Crowder Field.
The team overcame a late run by UAFS with six runs in the top of the seventh and will face them again Saturday at 1 p.m.
Greenwood's Lady Bulldogs clinched a berth in the state tournament with a 76-47 victory over Siloam Springs on Friday night at H.B.
Stewart Arena (a four basket flurry at the start of the second half sparked the win).
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.
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