Good morning, Fort Smith.

UAFS Admissions is easing senior-year anxiety by offering personal, hands-on help for college applications.

The office supports high school seniors by simplifying tasks, answering questions on test scores, financial aid, and other details to build their confidence.

Motorcycles filled downtown on Friday as riders gathered for the annual Steel Horse Rally along Garrison Avenue, honoring service members and raising money for local charities.

The event continues today with day two starting at 9 a.m. and will run until midnight.

Girl Scout leadership gave a tour Friday of the updated Burnham Woods campground ahead of Tuesday's event celebrating the renovation — begun in May 2025 — which will boost year-round programming and create flexible learning spaces for area scouts.

Sharon Winn shared that she has been part of every name change since she started at Fort Smith Junior College in 1958 and returned in 1977, teaching until 2004 — underscoring nearly 40 years of contribution at UAFS.

University of Arkansas — Fort Smith spring commencement ceremonies take place on May 16 at 10 a.m. for 206 Health, Education and Human Sciences graduates, 1 p.m. for 209 Arts and Sciences graduates, and 4 p.m. for 234 Business and Industry graduates; staff will transform the arena and manage traffic.

The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith will host an open house and ribbon cutting for its new Workforce Development Center on Monday, May 4 from 10:30 a.m. to noon — Governor Sanders will give keynote remarks at 11 a.m. during the celebration on campus.

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.

Eric Matthews Band Live Performance

8 PM - 12 AM — 906 Cocktail and Cigar Lounge — Check the local listings for ticket prices — Experience an evening of high-quality blues as the Eric Mathews Band keeps the blues alive.