Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of March.
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🎓 Education
UA-Fort Smith released its Fall 2025 Chancellor's and Dean's List today, recognizing students with a 4.0 GPA; honorees on the Chancellor's List are marked with an *.
🏛️ Government
On Tuesday, city directors approved two bids for waterslide installation at Parrot Island Waterpark at Ben Geren Regional Park, totaling $2.416 million, and renewed the contract with American Resort Management to manage the park from April 1 through the season.
The bids came from SSi Inc. and Clarity Pools.
🏈 Sports
Coach Ryan Casalman will return to lead junior high boys basketball at Greenwood (after two seasons coaching the Lady Bulldogs), confirmed by Athletics Director Chris Young.
UAFS baseball lost its three-game winning streak Tuesday when Northeastern State defeated them 13-3 at Crowder Field.
The RiverHawks built an early lead and pushed the score high in the later innings, while UAFS gears up for a three-game MIAA series at Central Missouri this weekend.
🎉 Fort Smith Events
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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.
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.
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.
Gala for Good: Best Night of the Year 2026
6-10 p.m. — Kay Rodgers Park — Tickets required — Experience an unforgettable evening with Tracy Lawrence featuring live music, auctions, and more for a good cause.
Candlelight: Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
6:30-7:30 p.m. — United States Marshals Museum — Ticketed event — Experience the music of Fleetwood Mac in a stunning candlelit setting.
Cat In the Hat
6-8 p.m. — ArcBest Corporation Performing Arts Center — Tickets required — Experience the whimsical adventures of two bored kids and a mischievous cat on a rainy day.
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