Good morning, Fort Smith.

Fort Smith was not selected as a finalist in The Boring Company's Tunnel Vision Challenge for its proposed 1.5-mile tunnel under the Arkansas River & city officials said the project was designed to improve water reliability for over 30 local communities as three winning proposals enter due diligence.

Baptist Health-Fort Smith is set to reshape its downtown campus (1001 Towson Ave.) over the next 12 to 18 months by reinvesting in some services and transitioning out of others while planning to invest more than $20 million as final plans are developed.

Medical experts say the synthetic opioid cychlorphine (up to 10 times more potent than fentanyl) has been found in Oklahoma and could already be mixing into local supplies in Arkansas, prompting calls for carrying naloxone as a safeguard.

The Hardwood Hogs advanced to the Sweet 16 for the second year, fueling rising local bets as FanDuel and DraftKings expand statewide.

Experts advise responsible wagering as over $65 million was bet in March last year (help is available at 1-800-GAMBLER).

The UAFS baseball team played at Rogers State on Wednesday afternoon, where the Hillcats extended their win streak to 17 with a 16-4 run-rule win at the RCB Bank Sports Complex in Claremore (Okla).

UAFS now returns home to host a three-game MIAA series starting Friday at 1:00 p.m.

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.

KPOP Universe Tribute Show

4:00 – 5:30 PM — Arkansas-Oklahoma State Fair — Ticketed event — Experience the only live K-POP tribute show in the USA with professional dancers and stunning effects.

Run for Autism

8-11 a.m. — Ben Geren Regional Park — Supports The Griffin Promise Autism Center — Participate in the first annual run to help grow resources for autism in Fort Smith.