Good morning, Fort Smith.

Fort Smith police are investigating the death of 23 year old Tumontay Parks as a homicide after he was shot during a gathering on the 1400 block of Belle Ave on May 17 at 10 p.m.—officers said he was taken to a hospital with life-threatening injuries, suspects fired from a dark colored truck before fleeing, and no arrests have been made.

Fort Smith police said a gunshot victim with life-threatening injuries was sent to a hospital Saturday night after a gathering on Belle Avenue — no arrests have been made.

The Fort Smith government will host public input meetings on May 21 and May 28 at 6:00 p.m. to shape the Energy and Environment Comprehensive Action Plan.

Residents can attend at Creekmore Community Center — Rose Room and share ideas for a cleaner future.

The Fort Smith Board of Directors will meet May 20 to consider proposals including demolishing two unsafe structures, updating the tobacco ordinance so new retailers must be 1,000 feet from schools, supporting state hemp product law that restricts sales to minors, issuing a new tobacco license for 22nd Street, and reviewing updates on a sewer project and the performance of Acting City Administrator Jeff Dingman. The consent agenda also covers fee waivers for museum renovations, amendments to roadwork projects, and a public safety communications purchase — all based on planning staff recommendations and citizen inquiries.

Sebastian County Quorum Court will meet Tuesday to review issues—such as unveiling a new pickleball facility at Ben Geren Park with a ribbon cutting set for Thursday at 9 a.m. The meeting will also consider a resolution for County Judge Steve Hotz to apply for a state grant for a drainage project at Gordon Place and a resolution to recognize the Arkansas 250 Commission.

Arkansas Softball dominated Oklahoma State—winning 12-0 on Sunday to conclude the 2025 NCAA Regionals and advance to the Super Regionals next week in Fayetteville.

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.

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.

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.

Summer Smash Music Festival

5:30-11:59 p.m. — Majestic Fort Smith — Cost info not specified — Celebrate REHAB's 25th Anniversary with live music across genres hosted by Peter Dante.