Good morning, Fort Smith.

The Arkansas Times Film Series will screen Running on Empty at Riverdale 10 VIP Cinema on Tuesday, November 18 at 7 p.m. Tickets cost $12 to $14 — the film follows a teen caught between his dreams and a life on the run with his fugitive family.

University of Arkansas – Fort Smith broke its attendance record on November 13th by drawing more than 600 high school students to Den Day—this event featured meetings with faculty and student groups as well as guided campus tours of new facilities.

The busy day helped show how the university prepares students with support services and hands-on learning opportunities.

After the government shutdown ended, full SNAP benefits were paid to Arkansans by Thursday evening following a bill that reopened the government.

Food pantries had seen a surge in demand during the delay, even as the governor sent $1 million to help meet the needs.

The Arkansas Department of Human Services announced Thursday full SNAP benefits for November will be available as early as midnight tonight—cards are scheduled to load late tonight into tomorrow while some employees have returned as related programs remain paused pending federal confirmation.

Five players from the Fort Smith Southside Lady Mavericks scored in the first quarter & their strong start helped the team win over Ozark on Thursday night.

The state playoffs will begin tonight as some of the best quarterbacks in Arkansas, led by Greenwood senior Kane Archer—last season's Gatorade Arkansas Player of the Year—get ready to show their different skills on the field.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.