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Friday, July 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Fort Smith. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Creekmore Park in Fort Smith will host its grand opening tomorrow at 8:15 a.m. The park has a newly renovated bathhouse with restrooms, showers, a concession area, and an air-conditioned party room — additional updates include a diving well enclosure, resurfaced parking, and plans to improve the tennis courts. 4029 News
- ➤ Main Street Fort Smith will celebrate its 10th anniversary with a ribbon cutting ceremony at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the Main Street office—411 Garrison Ave., Suite 109—hosted by the Fort Smith Regional Chamber of Commerce. The nonprofit, formerly known as 64.6 Downtown, has revitalized downtown since 2015 with public art festivals and community programs, marking a new chapter with this milestone. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. reported a 5.3% drop in second-quarter profits due to higher expenses and weak final mile performance, with net income falling to $128.6 million from $135.9 million in Q2 2024—analysts expected earnings of $1.34 per share. 5 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, the Fort Smith Police Department warned that several residents received scam calls from individuals claiming to be law enforcement demanding payment for missed jury duty—officials stress that no officer would ever ask for money and urge anyone receiving such calls to report them to the FBI. City of Fort Smith
- ➤ Fort Smith Police responded to the 1300 block of N. 38th Street today to investigate a death—officials will provide more details as the inquiry continues. City of Fort Smith
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ An engineering firm found the city's water system lacks capacity to meet the proposed Franklin County prison's needs for up to 3,000 inmates. City officials and Vanir will meet with a state representative at the Water Utilities office on July 29 to talk about needed upgrades—plans that remain in early stages. 5 News
- ➤ A new water distribution system report ordered by the city recommends leaders delay approving new development because the current water treatment and distribution system is strained by rising demand. City officials will use the report's findings to manage future projects. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
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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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