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Wednesday, May 21st, 2025
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Good morning, Fort Smith. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, the Sebastian County Quorum Court heard that two deputies were stabbed by an inmate at the detention center and law enforcement is investigating the incident—officials say more details will be provided soon. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Two local attorneys will face city representatives in court this week—alleging the city omitted materials related to the hiring and firing of a city auditor—to resolve the dispute in Fort Smith. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Recent restaurant inspections in Crawford and Sebastian counties during April showed that many establishments in Fort Smith and nearby areas received food safety violations such as improper temperatures and missing certified managers—other locations had no violations, and officials will use the results to improve food safety standards. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Fort Smith Southside named Chuck Davis—its new head boys basketball coach—on Monday. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
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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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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.
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The Hangout Summer Classic Pickleball Tournament
Jun 20-22 — The Hangout Fitness and Sports — Registration required — A competitive weekend for pickleball enthusiasts in Fort Smith.
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