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Friday, September 12th, 2025
Good morning, Fort Smith. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 12th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Emergency personnel, military members and UAFS community members climbed 110 flights of stairs last Thursday on campus to remember the victims of Sept. 11, 2001—marking the event with a memorial stair climb. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ United Way of Fort Smith Area will launch its 2025 campaign with Pop & Purpose on Sept. 18 at its office on North 13th Street, featuring a dirty soda bar—light eats and photo opportunities for community members. Local businesses will pick up campaign materials and network while funds raised will support partner programs in education, health and crisis response. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Fort Smith native Madison Marsh, Miss America 2024 and active duty Air Force officer, is a Harvard student who leads the Whitney Marsh Foundation to support cancer research and honor her late mother. She will return on Nov. 8 for a local race and on Nov. 20 for a pancreatic cancer symposium in Fort Smith—events that underline her ongoing service and advocacy. Southwest Times Record
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ TempleLive is closing its historic downtown venue while its owners face a lawsuit from a Phillips County bank for breaching a contract and failing to repay a $1.5 million line of credit—details of the case are pending. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ University of Arkansas – Fort Smith will honor the U.S. Constitution with a week of civic events from September 15 through 19, featuring a voter registration drive on September 16, a quiz bowl on September 17 and other scheduled activities. The university aims to help students understand the founding document and become more engaged citizens. University of Arkansas Fort Smith
- ➤ University of Arkansas–Fort Smith sophomore Connor Bibliano completed a 12.21-mile run last Thursday honoring 9/11 victims and Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk while Fort Smith police escorted him on busy streets—local resident Matthew Anaya joined in support. He said he planned another 12.21-mile route that same night in Greenwood after a brief rest. 4029 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, the Fort Smith Fire Department held its annual bell ceremony at Fire Station One to honor 9/11 heroes by tolling the bell six times, with each toll marking a key moment from that day. The ceremony began at 7:46 a.m. and ended at 9:28 a.m.—it kept the memory alive for a new generation of firefighters. 5 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Fort Smith Northside swept Bentonville West at Grizzly Arena on Thursday night – freshman middle blocker Paisley Hogan helped the team secure a strong home win. The victory marked a solid start as they began conference play. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Former Greenwood standout Parker Gill joined Alma football as a first-year assistant coach and is set to help guide the team this season. He is the son of longtime defensive coordinator Jason Gill (a respected figure in Greenwood football) and has shown his passion for the sport from an early age. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Arkansas Razorbacks have won big in the season's first two games and will face No. 17 Ole Miss tomorrow. Coach Petrino and quarterback Taylen Green lead the team as they get ready to test their pace against a tough Rebel defense—promising a challenging contest. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
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Red Hat Enterprise Linux Automation with Ansible Training
Sep 15-18 — Sylvan Learning of Fort Smith — $2735 — Enhance your skills in automating system administration with comprehensive Ansible training.
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Gospel Open Mic Night
7-9 p.m. — 1127 Coffee Shop — Free entry — Experience an uplifting evening of worship and local Christian talent at this communal open mic event.
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Friends of the Library Chocolate Festival
2:30-4:30 p.m. — Fort Smith Public Library (Dallas Branch) — $10 for six tastes — Indulge in a chocolate wonderland with tastings from local chocolatiers.
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SHS Class of 1985 - 40th Reunion
7:00 PM – 10:30 PM — Majestic Fort Smith — $70 per person — Celebrate four decades since graduation with food, music, and old friends.
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Larry Bedell Day Celebration
5-10 p.m. — 906 Cocktail and Cigar Lounge — $40 — Celebrate over 60 years of music with the Larry B Soul Experience band in honor of Larry Bedell.
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Peacemaker Festival 2025
1-9 p.m. — Riverfront Amphitheater — Tickets on sale — Enjoy a live performance by Stephen Wilson Jr. at this vibrant festival celebration.
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