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Saturday, November 8th, 2025
Good morning, Fort Smith. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 8th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local food banks and pantries in Fort Smith report increased demand as delayed SNAP benefits strain food programs and local families—officials say the growing need is already impacting residents. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith will host Culture Fest 2025 as part of International Education Week starting November 17 at 6 p.m. at the Recreation and Wellness Center—over 20 cultural groups, including the W3C Line Dancers, are expected to participate. University of Arkansas Fort Smith
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UAFS Chancellor Terisa Riley provided a campus update on November 7 — detailing the Lion’s Lair Business Plan Competition with plans due November 13 and a pitch contest on November 17, upcoming music shows including Almost Maine in Breedlove Auditorium and a Wind Ensemble performance on November 11, and volleyball games set for tonight at 6 p.m. and tomorrow at 1 p.m. Today, she also highlighted an SGA Open Forum on November 12 from 4:00–5:30 p.m. in Windgate Auditorium and thanked volunteers for a recent food giveaway that provided 200 boxes. University of Arkansas Fort Smith
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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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Christmas Honors Wreath-Laying Event
8 a.m. - 11 a.m. — Fort Smith Convention Center — Free entry — Participate in a heartfelt wreath-laying ceremony to commemorate the holiday season.
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Hearts of Gold Classic 5K Run/Walk for Project Compassion
3-5 p.m. — Ben Geren Regional Park — Registration details available — Participate in a festive holiday run to support Project Compassion.
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Red Hat Enterprise Linux Systems Administrator II Training
Dec 8-11 — Fort Smith Adult Education Center — $1890 — Enhance your Linux skills with this hands-on, expert-led training course.
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