Wednesday, October 9th, 2024

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Good morning, Fort Smith. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Mercy Fort Smith is hosting a job interview event on October 7th to support employment for people with disabilities, including adaptive interviews for inclusivity. 5 News
- ➤ A partial street closure on 524 Garrison Avenue in Fort Smith, AR, from Oct. 9-11, 2024, is for a sign replacement by Region's Bank. City of Fort Smith
- ➤ Parts of Fort Smith will be closed on Oct. 12 from 8 AM-11 AM for the Walk for Obesity event. City of Fort Smith
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Authorities in Sebastian County are actively searching for Jeremiah McCool, wanted for aggravated assault on a law enforcement officer after allegedly shooting at a deputy. 5 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Fort Smith Board of Directors approved a $3.1 million contract for sewer improvements to comply with a consent decree. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Fort Smith Regional Dialysis Center in Arkansas is facing a critical shortage of saline for dialysis treatment due to supply chain disruptions caused by Hurricane Helene, affecting over 400 patients. 5 News
SHOP NEWS
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Peacemaker Festival 2024: A Celebration of Music and Community in Fort Smith
Experience a diverse lineup of musical genres, local food, and community engagement at the scenic Peacemaker Festival along the Arkansas River.
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Peacemaker Festival 2024 Featuring Brian Odle
Experience a diverse cultural, musical, and artistic celebration at the Peacemaker Festival in Downtown Fort Smith.
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Sourdough Fall Tarts: A Culinary Delicacy
Experience a delightful array of seasonal tarts featuring sourdough crust paired with apple butter cheesecake, pumpkin brûlée, caramel apple, pumpkin cheesecake, and bourbon vanilla whipped cream.
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Central Mall Card Show
Experience a three-day card show featuring 50 tables with free entry, ideal for card collectors and enthusiasts.
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Paint 'N Sip: Recreate 'False Mirror' by Magritte
Experience an engaging evening of painting where participants can recreate 'False Mirror' by René Magritte under the guidance of Petra Radcliffe while enjoying light refreshments and drinks.
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Michael Carbonaro Live in Fort Smith
Experience an evening of original hidden camera magic with Michael Carbonaro, known for his acclaimed series THE CARBONARO EFFECT and performances on popular TV shows.
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The Bookshop: A Live Performance by Jamie Lambdin-Bolin
Experience a captivating live performance of 'The Bookshop', a small-town dramedy that explores family, secrets, and relationships in an intimate setting.
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Windsor Branch Storytime
Experience a delightful storytime filled with books, songs, and movement for children and their caregivers every Monday at the Windsor Drive Branch Library.
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The Struts Concert
Experience an electrifying performance by The Struts at TempleLive in Fort Smith.
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The Price Is Right Live - Stage Show in Fort Smith
Experience the excitement of a live version of the iconic game show, The Price Is Right, at the ArcBest Corporation Performing Arts Center.
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