Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 13th of August.
Good morning, Fort Smith.
🎭 Culture
Fort Smith Little Theatre will present Samuel Beckett’s classic Waiting for Godot from Aug.
14-16 with doors opening at 6:45 p.m.-tickets cost $8 with no reservations. The production stars John Hall as Estragon and Ian Miller as Vladimir in a local off-season run.
🏛️ Government
Fort Smith remains under phase two water conservation restrictions following a water main break on August 3 near Phoenix Avenue and Airport Drive—officials warn that residents and businesses may face fines and worsening water shortages if rules are not followed.
City leaders urge everyone to work together to help restore reservoir levels.
🏥 Health
Mercy broke ground last Friday on a $41 million, 40,000‐square‐foot cancer center in Fort Smith to consolidate its oncology services—Cherokee Nation contributed $8 million to expand treatment tools and add staff for local care.
Construction will finish in spring 2027.
🏈 Sports
At camp on Monday, a group of Arkansas linebackers played paintball and tackled an escape room—activities they used to strengthen team bonds for the season ahead.
Coaches and players said the fun events helped build the strong chemistry needed for upcoming games.
🎉 Fort Smith Events
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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.
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.
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.
LINUX SHELL SCRIPTING Training/Class
Sep 3-4 — Sylvan Learning of Fort Smith — $990 — Dive into hands-on Linux shell scripting training to automate tasks effectively.
Arkansas Apraxia Festival
2-5 p.m. — 3301 S M St Parking — Fundraiser event — Support children with apraxia through fun activities and advocacy.
Save a Life Concert
The second annual Save a Life concert is a free, family-friendly, community event in recognition of National Recovery Month. Hosted at the beautiful Riverfront Amphitheater, with doors opening at 5pm, come enjoy local musicians, free food, and family fun!
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