Good morning, Fort Smith.

Thanksgiving travel is expected to be crowded with full flights and busy highways, so experts advise travelers to book early and remain flexible to reduce delays and extra costs — Fort Smith Regional Airport operates normally, but connecting flights through larger hubs may still experience setbacks — officials recommend monitoring flight statuses frequently.

The UAFS men's team won 73-70 on Saturday in Skiatook after guard Christian Moore made a three-point play with 15 seconds left — they will host University of the Ozarks on Tuesday at 6 p.m. The UAFS women lost 79-76 at the Stubblefield Center on Saturday — they will face Arkansas Tech at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday.

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.

An Evening with Jane Austen

6:30-11 p.m. — Bonneville House — Ticket purchase required — Celebrate Jane Austen's 250th birthday with a Regency dinner, wine tasting, and dance lessons.