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Sunday, August 3rd, 2025
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Good morning, Fort Smith. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 3rd of August.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Canadian band The Dead South will perform at TempleLive in Fort Smith on Aug. 30 as they play a mix of bluegrass, folk, country and Americana. Fans can purchase tickets starting at $51.30. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Fort Smith Film Fest is hosting an international conversation on other lives as filmmakers share stories and community members join the event—Heather Miller said her late mother Susan Suchan was truly amazing. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Bay Leaf is a new Indian restaurant on the west side of Fort Smith that serves a range of dishes including spicy Chicken Lollipops, garlic naan, and onion fritters. The restaurant shows promise despite service kinks as families fill its tables—local diners are eager for more authentic flavors. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former Salem head coach Josh Watson left his champion team to take the head coaching job at Ozark for the 2025 season—he said the decision was tough because most returning players made it hard to leave but he believes opportunities like this come rarely. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ After losing their first game at the American Legion AAA state tournament, the Fort Smith Sportsman won three games in two days and finished runner-up. The team overcame early setbacks — showing strong resolve in a tough contest. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
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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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Hand-lettered Sign Workshop
10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Fort Smith Public Library (Main Library) — Free entry — Explore the art of hand-lettering and take home a personalized sign.
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