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Tuesday, October 28th, 2025
Good morning, Fort Smith. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 28th of October.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local nonprofit RiverBoy Foundation will honor Fort Smith artists at 5 p.m. Saturday in the Bakery District—this awards ceremony celebrates the city’s music community. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas Tech University honored 19 of the Last 9 award recipients at Doc Bryan Student Services Center on Saturday—recognizing leaders like Fort Smith attorney Reid Wheeler and Alma High School Ag Teacher Kisia Holland during ATU's 2025 Homecoming celebration. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ The University of Arkansas — Fort Smith installed new robotics and automation equipment in its Advanced Manufacturing Lab using over $5.7M from a HIRED grant, including two FAS-200 systems and three ABB Cobot FlexTrainers that give students hands-on experience in assembly and robotics. The lab will soon add two RTS-200 systems — a move that boosts training in smart manufacturing for future industry needs. University of Arkansas Fort Smith
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Arkansas Department of Human Services warned SNAP recipients to prepare for delays if the federal shutdown continues into November—families are urged to stock up on shelf-stable foods and check local food banks for help. Officials are coordinating with the USDA and community partners to reduce food access gaps if benefits are interrupted. Southwest Times Record
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Greenwood senior quarterback Kane Archer closed in on a historic milestone during a game at Smith-Robinson Stadium on Oct. 23 — he remained unbeaten as a starter against 6A-West unbeatens — and his performance marked a key moment in the matchup. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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