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Sunday, April 13th, 2025
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Good morning, Fort Smith. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 13th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ UAFS received a $7.5 million anonymous gift to launch a new Center for Nonprofits that will offer training, mini-grants, and other support to help River Valley organizations grow. The center is located in the Bakery District downtown and the university will soon begin its search for a director—boosting local nonprofit efforts. Southwest Times Record
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Sanders signed an executive order to help those affected by severe storms and tornadoes around April 2 in over 60 counties including Crawford, Sebastian, and Franklin counties. (The order extends 2024 tax filing and payment deadlines to July 31 and waives a $10 fee for expedited title processing for residents in these areas.) 4029 News
- ➤ The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission advised hunters to check routes and drive carefully on roads that may still be unsafe after heavy rains and floods hit the state one week ago — the special youth turkey hunt on Saturday showed that some areas will not be examined for damage until repairs are completed in one or two weeks. Officials urged hunters to inspect their routes in daylight before heading out. 5 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Students from the Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine partnered with Remote Area Medical & local professionals to host a free clinic at the Fort Smith Convention Center on April 5th and 6th that offered health, dental, and vision care to over 200 patients. More than 200 volunteers helped deliver care valued at over $172,000 & the event aimed to serve uninsured community members. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Baptist Health–Fort Smith is using the Ion Robotic Bronchoscopy System to help doctors locate and biopsy small lung nodules on the same day. The new technology speeds up lung cancer detection and shortens wait times for local patients. 5 News
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Fort Smith Northside coach Rickey Smith and Lamar coach Brandon Schluterman credit past mentors for their championship season successes—acknowledging the influence of those who paved the way for them. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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