Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 23rd of September.
Good morning, Fort Smith.
💼 Business
Harps Foods Stores announced a new store at 6400 Veterans Avenue in Fort Smith—its grand opening will occur on Wednesday, October 8 at 10:00 a.m. The store will offer groceries and gas daily from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. with curbside pickup and home delivery options.
🏛️ Government
The Fort Smith Fire Department is raising funds to build a memorial at Station 1 that will honor firefighters who died in the line of duty.
The project will feature a bronze statue—engraved pavers arranged in a Maltese cross—and donations may be made via PayPal or check to support the Firefighters Foundation.
🏈 Sports
HACKETT — Hackett senior Matt Garner, who played as a wide receiver and safety, switched to quarterback and showed his new role Friday night at Dragon Stadium in Mountainburg, and he will lead his team this season.
Fort Smith Southside swept two matches at Greenwood Playday on Saturday.
Sophomore Rachel Settle led with 21 kills—teammate Ella Shelby added 32 digs and 7 aces to secure the win.
🎉 Fort Smith Events
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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.
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.
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.
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.
DNA Discoveries Workshop
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Fort Smith Public Library (Main Library) — Free entry — Explore the fascinating world of genetic genealogy in this informative series of classes.
Book Lover's Club
10 AM – 12 PM — Fort Smith Public Library (Main Library) — Free entry — Share your latest reads in a welcoming book community.
Survivors’ Challenge 10K/5K
2-5 p.m. — Reynolds Cancer Support House — Fundraising event — Celebrate 34 years of community support while running for a cause.
🏠 Fort Smith Real Estate
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