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Monday, April 27th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Smith. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 27th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The annual charity motorcycle rally kicks off Friday with over 80 vendors and live music downtown and continues Saturday with the Cops and Cones exhibit starting at 10 a.m. at Garrison Avenue and a 7 p.m. Unsung Hero presentation at 601 Garrison Ave — events benefiting local charities. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lawmakers met with Baptist Health officials on April 22 to discuss planned changes at Fort Smith hospital. Labor and delivery will close at the end of April while the emergency room, ICU, and surgeries continue, and officials emphasized ongoing investment—though cancer care remains uncertain. 5 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith baseball season ended Sunday at Crowder Field when the Lions split a doubleheader by winning 12–11 in extra innings then losing 16–4 in their final game. The team finished the season with a 6–39 overall record. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
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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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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.
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