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Sunday, March 1st, 2026
Good morning, Fort Smith. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 1st of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Fort Smith Symphony will perform orchestral masterpieces for its 'The Water Planet' concert later this month with conductor John Jeter. The event will offer local audiences a fresh musical experience. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ T2 will host the Arkansas New Play Festival from March 7-15 at TheatreSquared, where playwrights will debut new works in a showcase for local talent. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Fort Smith Public Library will host 'Cat in the Hat' storytimes (Mar. 2 to 6) to give children and caregivers a chance to win four tickets for the live stage show at ArcBest Performing Arts Center on Apr. 15. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Small Works on Paper, the Arkansas Arts Council's annual touring exhibition featuring art no larger than 18-by-24 inches, will open on Friday, Mar. 6 at the University of Arkansas Fort Smith Gallery of Art and Design (535 N. Waldron Road) with a reception from 5-7 p.m. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ At its Feb. 28 Homecoming brunch, UAFS honored alumni, faculty + community leaders by presenting awards for Best Alumni-Owned Business, Outstanding Young Alumni, Faculty/Staff, Spirit of Numa, and Distinguished Alumni; winners include Moka Joe’s and several individuals recognized for leadership and service in Fort Smith. University of Arkansas Fort Smith
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Monarch 61 Project will host an emotional health conference at the Arkansas Colleges of Health Education Research Institute Health and Wellness Center from March 11-12. Professionals from across the state and beyond will meet to share best practices & strategies for improved well-being. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Bruce-Terri Drive In in Barling is still serving up dairy treats & barbecue after 65 years. Bill and Peggy Shopfner opened the drive-in as a two-window walk-up in 1961 and moved to its current site in 1969. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Adam Winter is now the head coach of Fort Smith Northside baseball after reaching out to trusted contacts when the role opened & he is set to guide the team into a new season. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Van Buren guard Jayden Warden is excited as her Lady Pointers earned the No. 3 seed in the state tournament at Farmington — a chance to compete after she missed last year's postseason due to injury. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
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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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