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Fort Smith
Thursday, November 13th, 2025
Good morning, Fort Smith. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 13th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Carol Ann Cross Greenway and Boardwalk was named the 2025 Hard Surface Trail of the Year by the Arkansas Recreation and Parks Association for its new 1.2-mile accessible walking path. The park at 1601 S. 74th St. spans over 30 acres and now features an inclusive playground and boardwalk built with more than $69,000 in private funds — a sign of strong local support for park improvements. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Invest Fort Smith summit is happening today at The Bakery District from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Fort Smith and will offer networking and resource sessions for local entrepreneurs, small business owners and community leaders. City leaders and business experts will lead panels on topics including ChatGPT and downtown reinvestment—registration is free but required. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Poetry lovers in the River Valley will soon attend Black Out Poetry Night, a fundraiser where they can create new works from old texts at Fort City Slam — held at the Fort Smith Regional Art Museum from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 15. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Mary Miller, a PC systems analyst at UAFS, has worked since 2011 to keep computers running for students and train student workers—ensuring each classroom’s technology stays operational—and will retire by 2027 to care for her mom and visit family in California. University of Arkansas Fort Smith
- ➤ ATU-Ozark will launch new short-term job training programs in spring 2026—these micro-credentials provide focused training in industrial maintenance, community health, supervision, and digital marketing to meet local workforce needs. Southwest Times Record
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Van Buren Pointers ended a three-game losing streak and will host a playoff game for the first time since 2010—fans hope this marks a turnaround for the team. The squad is set to take the field and looks to build momentum heading into the playoffs. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Hackett’s Michaelyn Freeman signed a national letter of intent on Wednesday to play volleyball at the University of Tulsa in front of about 350 family, friends, and teammates—marking a standout moment in her senior season. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
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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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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.
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