Tuesday, November 5th, 2024

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Good morning, Fort Smith. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Old Greenwood Road to Phoenix Avenue in Fort Smith will be partially closed from 7 AM-5 PM starting Nov. 5 until Nov. 13, 2024, for street reconstruction. City of Fort Smith
- ➤ Fort Smith city officials announce a leaf vacuuming service where residents can schedule pickups for leaves piled near their streets. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police investigate after a dead body was found in Fort Smith, identity withheld until family is notified. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Over 600 high school students and their companions to explore University of Arkansas at Fort Smith during Den Day open house. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Raymond F. Orr Elementary in Fort Smith was closed due to flooding following heavy rain, with plans to reassess reopening. 4029 News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Sebastian and Crawford counties lifted their burn bans due to significant rainfall, though officials urge continued caution with open fires. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ The EPA has updated the Lead and Copper Rule, obligating cities like Fort Smith to catalog their water systems for lead or galvanized materials to ensure public health safety. City of Fort Smith
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Flooding at Orr Elementary prompts Fort Smith to relocate polling sites for the General Election. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
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