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Thursday, April 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Fort Smith. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Fort Smith Police and Fire responded to a structure fire today at Shamrock Liquor on Midland Blvd—heavy traffic delays have led officials to ask motorists to avoid the area while investigations continue with no injuries reported. 4029 News
- ➤ The Fort Smith Fire Department and Police Department responded to a fire at Shamrock Liquor on Midland Boulevard on April 16 around 5 a.m.—traffic was delayed and no injuries were reported as officials investigated the cause. 5 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On April 9, Fort Smith police said the suspect in the double murder pointed his gun at a woman—who shouted 'Please don’t shoot me!'—and fled the scene. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The city of Fort Smith is hosting public meetings ahead of the May 13 election to discuss proposals to extend and rearrange taxes and to authorize a bond issue to fund federally mandated wastewater improvements—residents can ask questions about the proposals at these meetings. The first meeting is held today at 6 p.m. in the Public Library community room, with additional sessions set for April 28 and May 5. 4029 News
- ➤ Two Sebastian County deputies were honored Tuesday at the Quorum Court for lifesaving efforts during a swift-water rescue on April 6 when a vehicle entered the Arkansas River—Cpl. John O'Mara and Deputy Devin Smothers helped rescue a man in danger. County officials also repealed the 1989 911 agreement with Fort Smith and approved a new merged system called River Valley Communications Center to serve the entire county. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Christina Long and Ethan Westerman hosted a podcast that covered the spring football transfer portal and Arkansas coach Sam Pittman's recruiting approach, along with Razorback men's basketball commits Malique Ewin and Nick Pringle. The show also reviewed Arkansas baseball's win over UAPB and its upcoming series against Texas A&M. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
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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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Christone Kingfish Ingram Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — TempleLive — Tickets from $39 — Enjoy a vibrant evening of blues with rising star Kingfish Ingram.
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