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Sunday, May 17th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Smith. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 17th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Third Street Fair (its sixth year) will take place May 30 in downtown Fort Smith, showcasing unique shopping and community experiences. Organizers expect the event to draw residents and boost local business. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local arts, theater and culinary events enliven the region this week. Fort Smith and Van Buren residents can explore the 'Painting the Arkansas Parks' exhibit at Arts On Main, catch shows at King Opera House, and attend workshops at Fort Smith Public Library — with events through June. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Two new exhibitions have opened at the Fort Smith Regional Art Museum this month — one highlights Native American history and resilience while the other features fluid watercolor works by Timothy J. Clark. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Kyle Parker, long-serving President and CEO of the Arkansas Colleges of Health Education, will retire next month — after several failed attempts to step away. The tech pioneer, who sold his law school-founded company for over $100 million in 2001, leaves a lasting mark on education and business. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ New Realtor.com data shows that in February, the median home sale price in Sebastian County dropped to $205,000 from $221,250 in January and declined 4.7% from February last year. Recorded home sales rose by 22.6% to 114, totaling $27.9 million. Southwest Times Record
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former Fort Smith Southside standout Zeb Allen leads the UCA record book with 30 career home runs and must add two triples to break Johnny Kennedy’s 34-year-old record (1988-92) during upcoming games. His record chase highlights local talent this season. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ The Mansfield Tigers had limited spring practices after eight players also played baseball, and coach Whit Overton said the team will add five practice days next week — a plan to boost readiness for the season. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
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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.
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