Good morning, Fort Smith.

The River Valley hosts a busy weekend starting today with haunted attractions and family activities planned across Fort Smith and nearby towns.

Ticketed ghost houses, nature trails and free film showings will offer fun for all ages — with options for both kids and adults.

The Sebastian County NAACP and Junior League of Fort Smith are partnering on the 'Sock it to Me' drive to collect sock donations for nursing home residents in Fort Smith—donations are accepted until December.

Four degree programs at the University of Arkansas at Fort Smith have been reaccredited by the Association of Technology, Management, and Applied Engineering—confirming that the Electronics Technology, General Technology-Welding, Electrical Engineering Technology, and Organizational Leadership programs meet rigorous standards. The decision was confirmed during an ATMAE Board of Accreditation hearing in Memphis this week.

Four UAFS degree programs earned reaccreditation from ATMAE — they meet high standards for academic quality and workforce readiness.

The decision was confirmed at a board hearing during a 2024 ATMAE conference in Memphis.

The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith will host its Fall 2025 All-Majors Career Fair on Oct.

29 from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the Reynolds Room of the Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center, where students and alumni will connect with regional and national employers for internships, part-time roles, and full-time positions.

City leaders in Fort Smith said the Parrot Island slide project has only $650,000 left from a $4.2 million budget, which is far short of the $2.5 million needed to install five slides.

Officials said they will finish the work before spring and are frustrated that the cost estimates were off — leaving a funding gap that must be addressed.

Arkansas Department of Human Services warned SNAP recipients on Wednesday that if the government shutdown continues, November benefits may be delayed and processing of new applications will slow—officials advise using current benefits on shelf-stable foods and seeking help from local food sources.

Senior nursing students from the Carolyn McKelvey Moore School of Nursing will administer free flu and COVID-19 vaccines at a community health fair tomorrow from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at St. James Missionary Baptist Church, 4916 High St in Fort Smith—hosting local partners to expand access to essential health services.

Greenwood senior quarterback Kane Archer led his team to defeat Van Buren at Smith-Robinson Stadium Thursday night while securing sole possession of first place in the 6A-West.

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.

Red Hat Enterprise Linux Systems Admin I Training

Nov 3-7 — Fort Smith Adult Education Center — $2250 — Gain essential skills in Linux system administration through hands-on labs and expert instruction.

Kaia Larsen Book Signing: Superhero Sister

4-6 p.m. — Fort Smith Public Library — Cash preferred — Discover the art of manifestation with local author and photojournalist Kaia Larsen at her book signing event.

RHCSA Exam Preparation Training

Nov 17-21 — Fort Smith Adult Education Center — $2250 — Enhance your Linux skills and prepare for the RHCSA certification in a comprehensive 5-day course.

Book Lover's Club

10 AM – 12 PM — Fort Smith Public Library — Free entry — Discuss your latest reads in a community of fellow book enthusiasts.