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A Fort Smith cat rescue is asking locals for help as it deals with the third round of kitten season—an issue the group says has created a crisis due to too many newborn cats.

At 11 a.m. Saturday, the Fort Smith Museum of History will host a free presentation on bank robber turned silent movie star Henry Starr — subject of author Mark Archuleta’s latest book — as part of the Fall Festival.

Museum visitors will also enjoy free admission, a book signing, and other offerings during the event.

Fort Smith will host the Fall 2025 Levitt AMP Music Series on Thursday at 6 p.m. at Harry E.

Kelley River Park Amphitheater with bluegrass group Nu-Blu headlining and emerging country trio Copper Flats opening. The free, family-friendly event includes a Kid Zone, local food trucks, and community booths — it is part of the series running through Oct. 23.

Dr. Camille Wheeler left her work in the Department of Human Services to earn advanced degrees and become an associate professor at the UAFS School of Education.

Now in her third year, she guides students toward successful teaching careers—preparing them for real classroom challenges.

Franklin County Judge Rickey Bowman said the fiscal session should be delayed if District 26 does not have a senator and he urged an earlier special election so residents have representation in Little Rock in April—Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders set the special election for June 9 with filing to begin Nov. 3.

Greenwood's offensive line posted a season-high 240 rushing yards on 45 carries as the Bulldogs beat Shiloh Christian 35-24 last Friday at Smith-Robinson Stadium—coach Austin Moreton said he supports his team's performance—.

UAFS women’s basketball coach Ryan McAdams announced that assistant coaches Kade Hackerott and Alexis Tolefree join the staff.

Hackerott, who earned honors at Texas-Rio Grande Valley, and Tolefree—a former Arkansas star with professional experience overseas—will help prepare the team ahead of an exhibition game on Oct. 30 and a home game on Nov. 14.

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.