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Sunday, March 8th, 2026

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Good morning, Fort Smith. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of March.

SPORTS NEWS

  • Fort Smith Northside girls won 51 to 47 in overtime against Bentonville in the 6A quarterfinals at Hornet Arena on Friday — Jariya Birdsong’s free throw with 1:22 left sealed the win.  River Valley Democrat-Gazette
  • Fort Smith Southside senior Dwight Johnson shined at Van Buren’s Field Event Festival as he led the team with a winning long jump of 21 feet (8.5 inches) during the track and field season opener.  River Valley Democrat-Gazette
  • Subiaco Academy lost to Newport 50-42 in the Class 3A state tournament quarterfinals held in Osceola on Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026. Local standout Justiz Butler, aged 10, made an early impact + energized play during the first half.  River Valley Democrat-Gazette

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Thu, 3/12/26

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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.

    Thu, 3/19/26

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  • That Arena Rock Show

    8 PM – 12 AM — Majestic Fort Smith — Ticket prices vary — Experience high-energy classic rock anthems from the 70s and 80s.

    Fri, 4/3/26

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  • The Arts as Divine Inspiration

    7-9 p.m. — UAFS Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center — Free entry — Engage in a lively exploration of the spiritual and social impact of art in our lives.

    Tue, 4/7/26

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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