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Thursday, July 10th, 2025
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Good morning, Fort Smith. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 10th of July.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ ArcBest completed its pilot test of an electric Tesla Class 8 semi truck on Wednesday in Fort Smith. The test evaluated the truck's long range performance—helping the company plan for greener operations ahead. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Fort Smith police said 19-year-old Kamarion Higgins, wanted for a July 4 armed robbery on North Greenwood Avenue at 11:54 p.m., was arrested Tuesday in Jonesboro after officers received a tip he was staying with family. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Fort Smith Police activated a Silver Alert for Sky Nguyen, who went missing at 1 p.m. June 9 and was last seen at 5100 Clarendon wearing blue jeans and a brown long-sleeved shirt—he is Asian, 120 pounds with gray hair and brown eyes and may be in a gray Toyota Camry with license plate 727VID. 4029 News
- ➤ Fort Smith police said a teen reported missing near Valley Behavioral Health is safe — they are reviewing the details. 5 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ River Valley offers a range of summer events from live theater, outdoor movies, kid camps and music jams at local venues including Fort Smith Little Theatre and King Opera House. Parrot Island is offering season passes at 50% off until July 18—free community concerts and Movies in the Park add extra fun. Southwest Times Record
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The NAACP Sebastian County Branch has awarded over $10,000 in scholarships to seven local high school graduates—Leslie Barroso, Kari Carter, Ja'Caryous 'JC' Douglas, Scott Holland, Courtney Jones, Makayla Robinson and Onesty Thomas, each receiving a $1,500 award. The awards will be presented at 2 p.m. on July 28 at the U.S. Marshals Museum—an event followed by a reception. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ The Fort Smith Boys and Girls Club has paused its new teen center opening scheduled for Aug. 13 due to a $12.2M federal funding freeze that supports after school programs for more than 9,400 children across 71 communities — Rep. Steve Womack is urging officials to release the funds to prevent further job and program losses. Southwest Times Record
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Keypher Contreras DeLeon led the Marshals' offense with a two-run single in the third and Kaden Murray threw a seven-inning complete game as Fort Smith won 2 to 1 over the Rhinos during Wednesday night's doubleheader (game played in Texarkana). River Valley Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ A hometown celebration in honor of NBA champions Jaylin Williams + Isaiah Joe will take place on July 24 from 4 to 8 PM at The Bakery District, with a parade at 6 PM on Garrison Avenue and speeches for local fans. City of Fort Smith
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Digital Infrared Photography Workshop
1-4 p.m. — Greg Disch Photography Classroom — $795 — Learn the art of surreal infrared photography in a hands-on workshop experience.
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Business After-Hours Networking Event
4-6 p.m. — The Call in Crawford & Sebastian — Free entry — Network with local professionals while enjoying light refreshments in a casual atmosphere.
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Watercolor Workshop: Fun Food!
10:30 a.m. — Fort Smith Public Library (Main Library) — Free entry — Enhance your watercolor skills by painting delightful sweet treats and more.
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Hoopla Book Club: The Tattooist of Auschwitz
2-3 p.m. — Fort Smith Public Library (Miller Branch) — Free entry — Dive into the historical narrative of love and survival through literature this July.
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Movie Matinee: 'Sonic the Hedgehog 3'
2-4 p.m. — Fort Smith Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy a family-friendly screening of 'Sonic the Hedgehog 3' featuring an epic battle against a new villain.
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Lettering to Go!
August 1-30 — Fort Smith Public Library (Main Library) — Free entry — Celebrate National Calligraphy Day with hands-on lettering kits all month long.
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