Good morning, Fort Smith.

Main Street Fort Smith is accepting FY27 mini-grant applications to help downtown property and business owners fund building improvements.

Eligible applicants must submit materials by 5 p.m. Sept. 1 and grant awards will be announced Sept. 15 (projects must be completed by March 15, 2027).

With heat advisories in force, senior centers in Van Buren, Crawford, and Sebastian counties offer cooling relief and daily services as bingo starts at 11 a.m. at the Van Buren center—serving nearly 200 meals each day to provide affordable dining and social connection for all.

The Choctaw Nation is investing $140M in renovations and expansions to its casino + hotel in Pocola, Okla., located just across the border from Fort Smith.

The project will bring upgraded facilities and additional amenities, with timelines yet to be set.

Fireworks stands in Northwest Arkansas are gearing up for a busy day ahead of the Fourth as customers look to add high-flying displays to their celebrations.

At C&A Fireworks on North Old Missouri Road in Springdale, new 250th anniversary products are on shelves plus the stand will close July 5.

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat opens Wednesday at The Rep as part of its 50th anniversary season.

Directed by Caelon Colbert, the musical—first revived since 2009—is inspired by 1990s video games.

University of Arkansas – Fort Smith is preparing its residence halls and apartments for students moving in on Aug.

14; staff and RAs will finish cleaning and repairs, and those registered for Cub Camp will have an early move-in on Aug. 12.

Fort Smith Public Schools is accepting applications for free and reduced meals for the 2026-27 school year (applications can be submitted at school campuses or online) to help families manage changing financial needs.

Children identified as foster, migrant, homeless or runaway qualify automatically.

Several grocery stores in Arkansas reported that new SNAP restrictions banning benefits for candy, soda and other unhealthy items went smoothly on Wednesday, and Fort Smith retailers are bracing for a July 4 increase in demand.

Fort Smith law enforcement urges residents to use fireworks safely during the Fourth of July weekend, reminding everyone that unauthorized use in the city is a misdemeanor while nearby areas allow displays on set dates.

Officials advise keeping water nearby and reporting unsafe actions to prevent fires & injuries.

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.

Dominate the Storm with Reed Timmer

7:00 – 8:30 PM — ArcBest Corporation Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electrifying evening with renowned storm chaser Reed Timmer live on stage.