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Wednesday, November 12th, 2025

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Good morning, Fort Smith. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 12th of November.

EDUCATION NEWS

  • The Fort Smith Boys and Girls Clubs received a $10,000 Golden Grant from McDonald’s to grow its STEM programs for over 800 local kids. The money will buy new equipment — add more program hours and fund field trips and competitions.  River Valley Democrat-Gazette

SPORTS NEWS

  • Van Buren’s girls basketball team won a 55-52 game over Pulaski Academy in the Clarksville Lady Panther Tip-Off Classic at Panther Arena Tuesday night—showing their strong finish in a close match.  River Valley Democrat-Gazette

EVENTS

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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.

    Mon, 11/17/25

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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.

    Thu, 11/20/25

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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.

    Fri, 12/5/25

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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.

    Sat, 12/6/25

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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.

    Mon, 12/8/25

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  • Velcro Pygmies Live Performance

    7:30 PM - 1:30 AM — Majestic Fort Smith — Ticket prices vary — Experience a nostalgic musical journey with the World Famous Velcro Pygmies.

    Fri, 12/12/25

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