Good morning, Fort Smith.

Fort Smith will honor hometown NBA player Jaylin Williams at 6 p.m. on Thursday, July 9 by dedicating Jaylin Williams Court on North 23rd Street near Northside High School—celebrating his basketball achievements and community ties.

Lockheed Martin is expanding its operations at Ebbing Air National Guard Base by hiring 110 new employees over the next 12-18 months to support the Foreign Military Sales F-35 Pilot Training Program.

The expansion builds local capacity & attracts international partnerships.

The Fort Smith Museum of History canceled a Freedom 250 exhibit scheduled for July 11–13 after it failed to meet museum standards; it hosted America250 events on Thursday, June 25, including a family-friendly birthday celebration at 10 a.m.

UAFS released its Spring 2026 Dean's List today, and students earning a 4.0 are placed on the Chancellor's List*.

The Arkansas National Guard will fly over select cities from June 29 through July 2 to celebrate America’s 250th birthday.

Fort Smith residents can expect displays featuring C-130 and UH-60 aircraft with watch party details coming soon.

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.