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Wednesday, February 25th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Smith. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of February.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Veteran journalist Byron Tate will join the Arkansas Times as managing editor on March 9 after concluding his role at The Pine Bluff Commercial. He previously worked at the Southwest Times Record & Vallejo Times Herald and will replace Benjamin Hardy. Arkansas Times
- ➤ On Saturday, March 7, a film event in Eureka Springs features a screenwriting workshop at the Writer's Colony at Dairy Hollow plus a dinner with Kate Siegenthaler followed by a screening of the thriller Inthralled at Eureka Auditorium, organized by the Fort Smith International Film Festival and local arts groups. Southwest Times Record
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Colby Brewer, an ATU-Ozark EMT graduate, served as an EMT firefighter at the Amundsen — Scott South Pole Station in Antarctica through the U.S. Antarctic Program. Brewer said his training prepared him for a diverse career in emergency response, including international assignments and film set work. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Henderson State's strong offensive start (with key home runs) led to a 19-7 win at Crowder Field on Tuesday as the baseball team outpaced UAFS, which will face Pittsburg State in MIAA play this weekend. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Springdale Har-Ber girls clinched the 6A-West Conference title with a 54-41 win over Fort Smith Northside on Tuesday at Wildcat Arena. Kimberly Jenkins said she never planned the win to serve as the championship clincher, making the victory a surprise for the team. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
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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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