Good morning, Fort Smith.

Fort Smith Police responded on April 5 to a vehicle accident at Kelley Highway and North Albert Pike that caused non-life-threatening injuries and led to traffic delays until the scene was cleared—drivers were asked to consider alternate routes.

Rhodes College senior Anna Claire Tilley from Fort Smith was awarded The Steve and Riea Lainoff Crop Trust Fellowship in Honor of Cary Fowler and will begin a 12-month fellowship at the Global Crop Diversity Trust in Bonn this August.

Lee Creek Park and boat ramps remain closed due to flooding and damage to the buoy line—local officials said they are working on repairs.

They will update residents on reopening plans when safety is ensured.

On Saturday morning, a flood warning was in effect for Lee Creek near Van Buren in Crawford and Sequoyah counties as water levels reached 409.8 feet, above the 401-foot flood stage.

Crawford County first responders made a swift water rescue Friday night after flooding led to road closures and urged residents to avoid dangerous travel.

Baptist Health-Fort Smith announced Friday it added the Ion robotic bronchoscopy system to help diagnose and treat lung cancer in the River Valley — the system performs minimally invasive lung biopsies for hard-to-reach nodules.

Dr. Arturo Meade and Dr. Muthukumar Radhakrishnan will operate the device at Baptist Health Lung Center-Fort Smith to enable earlier detection and treatment.

Ouachita Baptist sophomore Anna Woolsey had a breakout spring by winning four events at the Ouachita Invitational—posting times of 24.31 in the 200 and 56.97 in the 400—while helping the Tigers track team gain momentum.

The former Ozark high school star is expected to build on her success in upcoming meets.

River Valley Fellowship of Christian Athletes is planning a girls flag football tournament in May where top athletes like Aspen Cone from Van Buren, Kori Sanders from Lamar, and Kaydence Flemming from Fort Smith Northside will showcase their skills—organizers said the event will give these athletes a new opportunity to compete.

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.