Good morning, Fort Smith.

The University of Arkansas-Fort Smith will host a veteran benefits resource fair on April 9 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for veterans, their dependents and the community (held in Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center room 129AB) to provide information on educational support and benefits.

Remote Area Medical, a Tennessee based nonprofit, will set up a free pop-up clinic at the Fort Smith Convention Center on Saturday and Sunday starting at 6 a.m. Local medical professionals and students from the Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine will offer medical, dental, and eye care on a first come first served basis.

Local residents and community leaders will gather today at the Arkansas Colleges of Health Education Research Institute Health and Wellness Center, 1000 Fianna Way, for the Sebastian County Opioid Task Force Summit to learn how to combat opioid misuse.

Speakers include Katie Priest from Harbor House, Mercy nurse Lisa Myers, Sheriff Hobe Runion, and state Rep. Jay Richardson—while the free event runs from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.—to inform the community about the crisis.

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.

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.

Bags at The Bakery: Cornhole Night

6:30-10:30 p.m. — The Bakery District — Cash payouts available — Play cornhole in competitive, intermediate, and backyard divisions in a lively atmosphere.

1st Choice 'He is Risen' Walk + 5K for Life

9 AM – 2 PM — Ben Geren Regional Park — Registration fees vary — Participate in a chip-timed 5K to support families in crisis.

The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit in Concert

4-8 p.m. — TempleLive — Enchanting performance — Experience epic film scores with a live orchestra and special guests.

Storytime at Miller Branch Library

10-11 a.m. — Fort Smith Public Library (Miller Branch) — Free entry — Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and crafts for children and their caregivers.

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone in Concert

7:00-7:30 p.m. — ArcBest Corporation Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic as the Fort Smith Symphony plays the iconic score live while the film screens.

Kenny Wayne Shepherd Concert

8:00-9:30 PM — TempleLive — Ticket prices starting at $52 — Enjoy an electrifying performance by blues rock virtuoso Kenny Wayne Shepherd.

Black Violin Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — TempleLive — Tickets from $32 — Experience an electrifying performance blending classical and hip-hop styles with Black Violin.

Jeremy Camp Concert

7:00 – 8:30 p.m. — TempleLive — Ticket prices from $29 — Enjoy an uplifting night with contemporary Christian artist Jeremy Camp performing live.