Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 2nd of June.
Good morning, Fort Smith.
Arkansas State Parks are holding Free Fishing Weekend from noon June 6 until midnight June 8.
Residents and non-residents can fish on 12 rivers and 29 lakes without a license or trout permit—daily limits remain in effect—and the AGFC will host derby events at state hatcheries where participants must register and may catch up to three fish per person.
Eddie Lee Herndon was named the recipient of the Jack White Community Leadership Award and will be honored on July 17 at the United States Marshals Museum.
Herndon, who works as community affairs manager at Oklahoma Gas and Electric—he previously led the local United Way, will be recognized for his longstanding service in Fort Smith.
Residents in Sebastian County are cleaning up damage left by tornadoes that hit the area two weeks ago — city officials say progress continues.
The Fort Smith Board of Directors will meet June 3 at 6 p.m. at the Blue Lion to review agenda items — including rezoning properties on Cavanaugh and Texas Roads, a temporary pause on Arkoma sewer rate increases, a noise grant application requiring $1.13 million in matching funds and a liquor license request for Hero’s at 301 Garrison Ave.
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.
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.
Monster Truck Insanity Tour
7:30-9 p.m. — Harper Stadium — Ticket info available — Experience the thrill of monster trucks tearing up the arena.
On-Site Tour of Cornerstone Caregiving
9 AM - 7 PM — Cornerstone Caregiving — Free entry — Explore senior living excellence with gourmet meals and award-winning care.
Central Mall Card Show
10 a.m. - 7 p.m. (Jun 26) & 12 - 5 p.m. (Jun 27-29) — Central Mall — Free entry — Discover collectible cards and sports memorabilia at this exciting showcase.
Arkansas Junior Amateur Championship
June 30th - July 2nd — Hardscrabble Golf Course — Entry required ASGA membership — Compete in a 54-hole stroke play championship for junior golfers aged 12-18.
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