Good morning, Fort Smith.

Fort Smith Police Department will host a community bicycle safety event on April 25 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Riverfront Park.

The event offers bicycle cone courses, safety education stations and free safety equipment (while supplies last) for school-aged children and their parents.

The Future Fort Smith Committee is inviting residents to take a quick 3- to 5-minute survey online now to share ideas for improving neighborhoods and services.

The responses will help guide planning for a stronger future + promote civic engagement.

The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith promotes sustainability every day as it prepares for Earth Day with actions like safe chemical handling, energy-saving upgrades, and recycling efforts.

Officials say these practices help reduce costs and protect campus resources for the future.

UA Fort Smith honored 11 research presentations with monetary awards at its 19th Annual Student Research Symposium on April 17 — 23 students from Fort Smith and other sites showcased projects in fields ranging from AI to physical therapy.

The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith Lion Leadership class hosts a cap and gown donation drive today from 10 a.m. to noon at the Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center to help students save money and reduce waste (more than 100 million gowns have ended up in landfills over 30 years).

Data from Realtor.com shows median home sale prices in Sebastian County increased to $221,250 in January from $208,000 in December, rising 6.4%.

The report also noted recorded sales dropped 20.7% compared to January 2025 + four single-family homes sold for $1 million or more.

Central Oklahoma's Bronchos beat University of Arkansas at Fort Smith's Lions 18-3 in seven innings at Wendell Simmons Field in Edmond (Okla.).

They scored 15 runs early, and Drake Lee led with four hits and five RBIs.

Acevedo sparked a change for Fort Smith Northside as her hit boosted the softball team's rally in Friday's game against Southside at Lady Mavericks Field — a key moment in the Battle of Rogers Avenue.

In Fort Smith Southside's matchup against Greenwood, the Mavericks posted a 4-2 win with key plays in the fourth and sixth innings.

Southside will host Charleston Saturday at 1 p.m. in a nonconference contest as part of their schedule.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Luau 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon

1:30-5:30 p.m. — Fort Smith, AR — Registration required — Dash through the scenic streets of Fort Smith while embracing a festive luau spirit.