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Friday, October 31st, 2025
Good morning, Fort Smith. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 31st of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Facing potential SNAP delays from the government shutdown during the holiday season, Fort Smith food banks need community food drives to help families at risk of going without meals. Organizers are urged to contact the River Valley Regional Food Bank at 479-785-0582 or drop donations at its warehouse at 1617 South Zero St. Southwest Times Record
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The River Valley offers a packed weekend of haunted attractions from today through November 2—featuring events like Boo Fest in Alma, a haunted house in Booneville, and Halloween parties and family activities in Fort Smith. The guide also lists library programs, a farmers market, art museum gatherings, and a fall festival across the region. 5 News
- ➤ Psychologists, pastors, and a Fort Smith haunt designer explained that safe scares trigger an adrenaline rush—releasing chemicals that turn fear into excitement. They noted that controlled scares in attractions help bond people and make the thrill a shared, memorable experience. Southwest Times Record
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Fort Smith Port Authority was awarded a $1.98 million grant to build a 20,000-square-foot warehouse and expand bulk storage capacity. The grant is part of a state program to modernize public ports and boost economic growth — officials said the project will support local industry. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Mansfield senior linebacker Zander Walters said his team struggled with a weak opening drive but rallied to win 16-14 against Booneville last week — keeping their hopes alive for back-to-back 3A-1 Conference titles. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Arkansas women's basketball built a 42-14 lead at halftime in their exhibition game against UAFS at Bud Walton Arena as they began the Kelsi Musick era. Athletics director Hunter Yurachek said the team's strong defense and new dribble-drive offense impressed fans—setting the stage for future contests. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ The ninth week of high school football is prompting local teams to plan for the postseason—coaches and players are reviewing performances to adjust strategies for playoff chances. 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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