Good morning, Fort Smith.

Airdale Diner in Alma continues to serve breakfast and lunch to travelers along Interstate 40.

The locally owned diner at Motel 6 preserves a classic roadside charm that stands out among larger chains.

Local drag queen Minnie Thee Storm performed in the Drag Me to Pride show at Pride Fest in downtown Fort Smith on Saturday, June 20.

Hosted by Jessi's House, the event celebrated Pride Month with vibrant performances that brought the community together.

Bee Balm Arkansas will host a Pride poetry reading at Wilson Park on June 23 to bring local poets outdoors (on blankets beneath trees) for community sharing.

Freshmen Trenton Glover and Reid Anderson played key roles for the Van Buren Pointers in capturing the outright 5A-West Conference championship + reaching the Class 5A semifinals + their early impact boosted the team’s season.

Subiaco Academy returned to 11-man football while Magazine and Johnson County Westside joined the growing 8-man league in River Valley sports.

The shift (reflecting new approaches) is expected to influence upcoming games.

Dagan Grizzle, leader of Sallisaw Black Diamonds, said the team is making steady progress — from not making the state tournament four years in a row to now winning games and earning two tournament spots.

He said each year brings them one step closer to long-term goals.

Brooke White Band Live Performance

6-10 p.m. — 906 Cocktail and Cigar Lounge — Cover charge may apply — Experience a dynamic female-fronted rock band from Fort Smith bringing music to life.

Breakthrough Basketball Essential Skills Camp

All day — ProElite Basketball Academy — $97 for observing coaches — Enhance your basketball skills while having fun and building character.