Good morning, Fort Smith.

UAFS Homecoming is in full swing from Feb.

23-28 with student voting, a pickleball tournament, and basketball games, plus alumni reunions and tailgating. Campus events are open to students and community (e.g., at the Campus Recreation and Wellness Center and Campus Green).

During Monday night’s meeting, the school board learned that NEPA approval for the noise mitigation grant is complete plus new athletic director Rusty Bush presented his 90-day plan for sports, with details confirmed by Teren Judd of The Roosevelt Group.

Van Buren sophomore forward Said Mendez-Hernandez looked for opportunities as a freshman and is now expected to drive his soccer team's success this season.

He aims to be a key contributor as he steps into a larger role.

The River Valley basketball week features rivalry night as the Northside Lady Bears travel to Springdale Har-Ber for the 6A-West Conference championship and a chance at the top seed in next week's state tournament.

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.