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Wednesday, April 1st, 2026
Good morning, Fort Smith. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ United Way of Fort Smith Area will host DayBreak – A Campaign Celebration, presented by ABB, at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, April 7 at the Arkansas Colleges of Health Education Research Institute Health and Wellness Center, 1000 Fianna Way. The event will honor the 2025 campaign and launch 2026 campaign. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Comedian Fortune Feimster, known for Netflix specials and her Handsome podcast, will perform at Robinson Center at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Apr. 4 (tickets $40-$167). Arkansas Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Arvest Foundation and Arkansas Colleges of Health Education launched a $25,000 need-based scholarship for an incoming Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine student starting fall. The renewable award supports candidates from a nine-state service area to ease tuition burdens and improve healthcare access. Southwest Times Record
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Fort Smith Northside boys soccer won 2-1 on Tuesday evening at Harmon Field when Brean Frias scored a late goal with 4:13 remaining and Fayetteville missed a final free kick, securing the win for the Bears. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Van Buren senior captain Ko Phalakhone scored 1 minute 12 seconds into Tuesday night's game and his team won 6-0 against Alma at Airedale Stadium in a 5A-West match. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ The UAFS (Lions) dropped a 15-5 decision to Northeastern State's RiverHawks Tuesday in Tahlequah as outfielder JJ Young hit his seventh home run; the team will host Northwest Missouri State Thursday at 1 p.m. at Crowder Field. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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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.
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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.
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Brooke White Band Live Performance
9 PM - 12 AM — 906 Cocktail and Cigar Lounge — Check with venue for admission info — Enjoy the energetic sounds of Fort Smith’s own female-fronted powerhouse rock band.
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