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Saturday, May 3rd, 2025
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Good morning, Fort Smith. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 3rd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, downtown Fort Smith hosts the 10th annual Steel Horse Rally along Garrison Avenue—hundreds of bikers join free family-friendly events including a motorcycle parade at 4 p.m., the Cops and Cones exhibition at 10 a.m., and the debut of the Unsung Heroes award at 5 p.m. Additional activities include the Highest Peak Run ride to Mount Magazine, a vintage bike show at the U.S. Marshals Museum, and more than 75 vendor areas, while every five-dollar donation benefits local nonprofits. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Fort Smith Police responded to a single-vehicle accident at 8100 Highway 271 on May 2 that caused serious injuries and traffic delays — drivers were urged to use alternate routes until the scene was cleared. City of Fort Smith
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Fort Smith Police Department located a vehicle linked to the investigation of 18-year-old Mohamed Alpha from Columbus — anyone with information is asked to call 479-709-5000. City of Fort Smith
- ➤ On Friday, May 2, Fort Smith Police responded to a shooting at North 7th and North 8th Streets — officers confirmed the gunshot wound was self-inflicted on one individual who later died. City of Fort Smith
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Twelve UAFS students earned a Certificate of Distinction in Professional Development from the Babb Center for Career Services on May 2 — recognizing their participation in workshops, internships, and networking events — and they will receive a cord and signed certificate at graduation. University of Arkansas Fort Smith
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Mercy Hospital Fort Smith held a grand opening on Friday for its new emergency room and intensive care unit expansion valued at $186 million—50 nursing positions were immediately opened. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
SHOP NEWS
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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.
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Christone Kingfish Ingram Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — TempleLive — Tickets from $39 — Enjoy a vibrant evening of blues with rising star Kingfish Ingram.
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Storytime with Fort Smith Police
4:00 – 4:30 PM — Fort Smith Public Library (Main Library) — Free entry — Enjoy an engaging storytime with a local police officer and get your questions answered.
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Launch Party & Silent Auction
5:30-8 p.m. — The Bricks — Free entry — Celebrate with drinks and appetizers while supporting maternal health through a silent auction.
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Old Fort Days Rodeo
7:30-9 p.m. — Kay Rodgers Park — Ticket information not specified — Experience thrilling rodeo events featuring top competitors from around the world in a tradition dating back to 1933.
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