Good morning, Fort Smith.

UAFS honored alumni, faculty, staff and community leaders during its annual Homecoming brunch Saturday by presenting awards — including Alumni-Owned Business of the Year and Distinguished Alumni — that recognized excellence and community service.

Baptist Health-Fort Smith earned a Pearl award for stroke care when the Arkansas Department of Health recognized its 85 to 89 percent adherence to Stroke Band Documentation from July 2024 to June 2025 — a performance measure that highlights its quality for local stroke patients.

Today, Fort Smith Southside Mavericks edged Bentonville West in the 6A-West baseball season opener, scoring a run in the first inning as Walker Allen (the standout player) boosted their momentum.

Subiaco Academy’s Justiz Butler and Lee Miller earned Player of the Week honors while County Line’s Robberson was also recognized.

The Trojans (ranked No. 1 in Class 3A and featuring seven seniors) will face Providence Academy on Saturday in the Region 1 finals.

Fort Smith Northside Lady Bears started their season by beating Van Buren 8 to 6 Monday at Grizzly Field; senior outfielder Yazmin Freeman celebrated her final season with a memorable game.

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.