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Sunday, March 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Fort Smith. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 16th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Steel Horse Rally will celebrate its 10th anniversary on May 2 and 3 in downtown Fort Smith—this motorcycle event honors those who serve and will draw over 200,000 people while raising around $25 million for local businesses. Rally president Dennis Snow said the US Marshals Museum previewed the event and noted the crowd’s energy and smiles over the sound of motorcycles. 4029 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Fort Smith Police responded at 2:55 AM on Sunday, March 16th to a residence in the 1500 block of South 11th Street (where one deceased person was found) and said the investigation is ongoing with no threat to the public. City of Fort Smith
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Northside (27-5) girls basketball beat Fayetteville (19-12) 56-48 in the 6A state title game on Saturday afternoon. Erianna Gooden earned MVP with 12 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists while Cam Schmidt and Fayetteville’s Payton Caudle each scored 17 points. 5 News
- ➤ The Fort Smith Northside Lady Bears, led by coach Rickey Smith, are excited about playing for the state title and have played championship games at venues across the region (Alltel Arena in North Little Rock, Barton Coliseum in Little Rock, the Pine Bluff Convention Center and Bank OZK Arena at Hot Springs). They advanced in the Class 6A State Tournament with a 47-35 win over Little Rock Central on March 7th at Bulldog Arena in Springdale. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
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World Ballet Company Presents: The Great Gatsby
Experience the vibrant ambiance of the Roaring Twenties through a ballet interpretation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's iconic novel featuring themes of glitz, glamor, and tragic romance.
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Shen Yun: A Journey Through Ancient Chinese Culture
Shen Yun presents a captivating performance that showcases the rich artistic heritage of ancient China through classical dance and stunning visuals.
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Paint and Sip Night
6:00-8:30 p.m. — Prohibition — Check ticketing for pricing — Enjoy a creative evening of painting while sipping your favorite drinks.
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Fort Smith Marathon
7 a.m. | Historic Downtown Fort Smith | Registration fees apply | Experience a stunning race through charming neighborhoods and scenic trails.
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Creed Fisher Live Performance
7-9:30 p.m. — Sphinx Club at TempleLive — Tickets available — Experience the soulful melodies of Creed Fisher as he captivates with his latest album's heartfelt tracks.
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Family Storytime at Miller Branch
10-11 a.m. — Fort Smith Public Library (Miller Branch) — Free entry — Enjoy stories, songs, and crafts in a fun environment for children and caregivers.
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Big Head Todd & The Monsters
7-8:30 p.m. — Majestic Fort Smith — 18+ event — Enjoy an evening of rock music from Big Head Todd & The Monsters in a vibrant venue.
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