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Thursday, July 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Fort Smith. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Fort Smith will honor hometown NBA champions Isaiah Joe and Jaylin Williams at Thunder In The Fort—a free celebration on Thursday, July 24th that runs from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at The Bakery District downtown. At 6:00 p.m., the parade will travel along Garrison Avenue and the players will speak at 7:15 p.m. after the parade. City of Fort Smith
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Van Buren man — police said he shouted 'I'm a real deal killa' as he left the scene of a fatal April stabbing — is set to go on trial — Nov. 5 to 7 —. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ ADOT crews are clearing trees and rocks near Highway 22 in Barling as they prepare to build a bridge over the Arkansas River—this is the first phase of a 13-mile stretch that will connect I-49 from Alma to provide nonstop travel to the south side of Fort Smith. A groundbreaking is planned for Aug. 22 when work on the bridge substructure will begin. 4029 News
- ➤ The 184th Attack Squadron at Ebbing Air National Guard Base in Fort Smith was named the best in the country after completing 314 combat missions and providing thousands of hours of surveillance and intelligence. The squadron earned the 2024 General Atomics Remotely Piloted Aircraft trophy — recognizing its top ranking among all Air Force active duty, guard, and reserve units. 5 News
- ➤ Sebastian County officials are reworking the Parrot Island Waterpark lease after questions arose from Fort Smith residents. The amended offer will set a deadline — and include other changes. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
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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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Anyone Can Learn to Letter
10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. — Fort Smith Public Library (Main Library) — Free entry — Practice hand lettering techniques and explore tools in a creative environment.
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Chaffee Crossing Food & Artisan Market
8 a.m. – 1 p.m. — The Vue Venue — Free entry — Explore a vibrant marketplace with live music, local food, and unique artisan vendors.
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