Good morning, Fort Smith.

A ribbon-cutting ceremony will open Carol Ann Cross Park on October 17th at 10:00 a.m.—officials will unveil an inclusive playground and an improved walking trail with a boardwalk/pier at 1601 S 74th St. The event will highlight key park upgrades for local residents.

Fort Smith residents can enjoy a variety of events in the River Valley from today through September 28 — including the returning Arkansas-Oklahoma State Fair at the Fairgrounds and theater performances at the Little Theatre.

Additional activities include a picnic at Alma Community Center, library programs for all ages, and art exhibits at the Regional Art Museum.

Fort Smith Police Department will host Storytime at the Main Library (3201 Rogers Ave) on Sept.

30 at 4:00 p.m. to share children’s books that teach safety lessons.

The Fort Smith Police Department will hold a free active shooter training class on Tuesday, September 30 at 6 PM at 100 South 10th Street—participants will learn the Run, Hide, Fight method and hear from a survivor with real experience.

Fort Smith residents will soon share their ideas with city officials during the KnowYourCity event — a forum for voicing concerns about the city's direction.

On Monday, ICE agents and former advisor Joe Profiri were seen at the Franklin County prison site when Deputy Sheriff Jon Little stopped them at the gate.

Gov. Sanders is pushing a plan that may use ICE funds to build a temporary detention center first and then a permanent prison—local officials worry the plan may have problems with power, water and roads.

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.

Arts On Main — Scare & Share

11 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Arts On Main — Free entry — Dress up in your Halloween costume for candy and stickers in a festive atmosphere.