Good morning, Fort Smith.

The Fort Smith Police Department is hosting a community class today at 6 p.m. at the Public Library (3201 Rogers Ave) to show how to spot common scams; officers Robyn Shoptaw and Brad Williams will lead the session.

UAFS has launched Lion Family Connection, an online portal for families and supporters of prospective and current students (powered by CampusESP) that delivers updates, deadlines and campus resources; families can personalize their email notifications to stay connected from enrollment through graduation.

Teachers (Melissa Purifoy, Sharla Fultz, and Mickey DuVall) from Three River Valley are among the top 15 finalists for the 2027 Arkansas Teacher of the Year award, announced Monday by the Education Department; they will be honored on Aug.

6 at the Governor's Mansion.

Fort Smith Police Department earned its eighth consecutive CALEA accreditation on July 27, 2026, showing the department’s strong focus on professionalism + transparency.

The accreditation will be valid for four years.

Thaden School introduced Gary Simmons as the new boys basketball coach Monday inside its new gymnasium + Simmons replaces Greg White and will join athletic director Scott Passmore to lead the Barnstormers after White resigned for Providence Academy.

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.

Mark & The Groove Diggers Live Performance

Evening — 906 Cocktail and Cigar Lounge — Cover charge likely — Enjoy an entertaining mix of classic rock, blues, and country from a well-rounded variety band.

Office Staff

Contact Trish Anderson @ 479-461-7344 for an application and tour our facility. The job is for Financial Aid Department. Eperience in Financial Aid or Business is helpful.