Good morning, Fort Smith.

An Alma man pleaded guilty Thursday to drug and weapons charges and received a sentence of 25 years in prison — a related Fort Smith defendant with schizophrenia awaits a court-ordered psychiatric evaluation.

Memphis soul band Southern Avenue will perform a free concert at Fort Smith’s Riverfront Park on May 1 as part of the Levitt Amp Fort Smith Music Series.

The Brooke White Band will open at 6 p.m., with Southern Avenue following at 7 p.m. as the band tours to support its new album Family.

Three residents from Tontitown filed a class action lawsuit on April 18 alleging that Eco-Vista landfill’s failure to control noxious odors has affected over 2,400 nearby households—reducing property values and forcing residents indoors.

They are seeking compensatory damages, a court order declaring the odors a nuisance, and injunctive relief while requesting a jury trial.

Starting May 7, Arkansas residents will need a Real ID—marked by a star in the top right corner—to board flights or visit federal facilities.

The state will upgrade licenses for $10 at revenue offices, though current compliance stands at 40%.

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.

Christone Kingfish Ingram Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — TempleLive — Tickets from $39 — Enjoy a vibrant evening of blues with rising star Kingfish Ingram.