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Friday, April 10th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Smith. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 10th of April.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fort Smith police are urging residents to join the voluntary Vulnerable Persons Registry so officers can learn key details on communication barriers and medical conditions before calls; the confidential program is available online and at the station to help groups like Antioch for Youth and Family connect people with local services. 4029 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Mercy Fort Smith is investing $60M in a three-phase expansion to add more clinic space and inpatient beds after Baptist Fort Smith closes its labor and delivery unit by the end of April + CEO Ryan Gerhrig said the move will boost recruitment as community needs grow. 5 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former Roland girls basketball coach Scott Nelke was hired Thursday as Greenwood’s new head coach, replacing Ryan Casalman who will now manage the junior boys program. The Lady Bulldogs concluded an out-of-state search with his appointment. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ The Arkansas Tech University coed cheer team, supported by local River Valley athletes, competes today at 12:30 p.m. in Daytona Beach at the National Cheerleading Association Championship — marking its first national appearance in 27 years after months of intensive practice and fundraising. Southwest Times Record
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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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Larry B. & Hazel Duo Show
6-9 p.m. — 906 Cocktail and Cigar Lounge — Cover charge applicable — Enjoy an evening of old skool jams and versatile duets from the talented Larry B and Hazel.
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Mark & The Groove Diggers Live
8 p.m. — 906 Cocktail and Cigar Lounge — Check for costs — Enjoy classic Rock, Blues, and Country from a diverse variety band with deep local roots.
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