Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of February.
Good morning, Fort Smith.
Fort Smith Police Department is launching a Youth Driving Program for 16- to 18-year-olds that offers Tuesday safe driving classes from March 11 to April 29 (except Spring Break) and insurance discounts.
Families must meet requirements and sign up by 5 p.m. Monday at 100 S. 10th St. or email.
ArcBest donated $750,000 to support two local museums, assigning $500,000 to the U.S. Marshals Museum in honor of retired CEO Judy McReynolds (who served over 28 years) and $250,000 to the Fort Kids Children's Museum building fund.
Mansfield voters in parts of Sebastian, Scott and Logan counties will decide on a property tax increase to fund over $11 million in school improvements including secure walkways and a junior high wing with eight new classrooms.
The measure would add about $119 per $100,000 home and will lead to construction soon if approved + update special needs facilities.
Cooperative Extension agents are offering in-person ServSafe training throughout local counties to help restaurants and food businesses meet health standards and build daily food safety practices — the program includes affordable Food Protection Manager and Food Handler courses that support local food service workers.
Saracen Casino and Resort has launched the Bracket Madness Contest for college basketball fans to predict winners and scores and win prizes including $1,000 cash and free play.
Participants must check local affiliate rules for eligibility and entry details before the tournament tip-off.
On Feb. 25, the Shiloh Christian girls basketball team scored 12 straight points and secured a 56-18 win over Ozark in the opening round of the Class 4A Region 1 Tournament at the Tigers' gym (Prairie Grove).
The Alma Airedales turned a timeout into a game-changing play Tuesday, Feb.
24 as they stopped a second-quarter run and rolled to a 77-65 win over Van Buren at Clair Bates Arena.
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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