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Wednesday, July 23rd, 2025
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Good morning, Fort Smith. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 23rd of July.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas residents can shop tax-free during the tax break that runs from August 2 to August 3. The sale covers school supplies, computers and clothing costing $100 or less — it does not include jewelry, handbags and sports equipment. Southwest Times Record
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Arkansas—Fort Smith has been awarded over $2.7 million in renewed grant funds for its TRIO Student Support Services and TRIO STEM programs, with each program receiving $1,361,820 to support nearly 300 eligible students annually as funding begins Sept. 1. DeJon Jordan was named TRIO STEM director on July 8 and will lead efforts to expand support for bachelor’s students in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and health sciences. University of Arkansas Fort Smith
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Fort Smith Board of Directors unanimously approved a resolution on Tuesday to settle a federal lawsuit by a former employee who claimed discrimination—alleging civil rights and ADA violations—with a $9,500 payment, a decision made after a detailed review of the case. The move finalizes the matter after concerns were raised about the alleged mistreatment. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ A report by Hawkins-Weir Engineers warned that Fort Smith’s water system is nearing its capacity and will need upgrades to treatment and transmission systems to support a proposed 3,000-bed prison that would add 562,500 gallons of daily demand. Acting city administrator Jeff Dingman said the upgrades could take three to six years to complete after funding is secured—raising concerns that the system may be strained before the end of 2025. Southwest Times Record
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Baptist Health-Fort Smith earned Gold Plus honors from the American Heart Association's Get With The Guidelines-Stroke program for following research-based stroke care protocols—helping lower stroke risks; the awards recognize the hospital’s commitment to improved outcomes in a state with high stroke rates. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
SHOP NEWS
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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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