Good morning, Fort Smith.

Bass Pro Shops will open its new Fort Smith store on Wednesday, April 29, with doors opening at 9 a.m. The 70,000 sqft store features outdoor gear + a 19,000-gallon aquarium and four-day festivities including conservation fundraisers, a community cookout, and fishing legends meet-and-greets.

University of Arkansas at Fort Smith volunteers spent 1,928 minutes on 26 fundraising projects from 8 a.m. Tuesday until finishing today at 4:08 p.m., aiming to raise $62,000 during the Day of Giving, which includes a birthday party at the Recreation and Wellness Center (525 N 51st St).

Baptist Health Fort Smith closed its obstetrics unit after a sharp drop in births, prompting 40 nurses to seek transfers or return to school.

Nurse Loralee Hamman, after 26 years with the unit (serving the community since the 1950s), said the farewell marked the end of an era.

The Fort Smith Northside Grizzlies overcame a rain delay to secure a conference win over Springdale at Hunts Park on April 28.

The team quickly picked up the pace to turn the game in their favor.

Fort Smith Southside defeated Rogers Heritage 4-3 in a 6A-West Conference softball game today.

Isabella Sartin hit a two-run double in the eighth (tying the game) and Abi Jones drove in the winning run as Autumn Phelan earned the win for Southside.

The Waldron Lady Bulldogs won three relays Monday at the 4A-4 District Track Meet at Clarksville and earned the district title with 276.5 points, beating Pottsville (which had 233.5 points).

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.