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Fort Smith
Monday, December 1st, 2025
Good morning, Fort Smith. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 1st of December.
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas reportedly hired Memphis coach Ryan Silverfield as its new head football coach, ending a two-month search that began after former coach Sam Pittman was fired on Sept. 28. Silverfield, 45, finished his seventh season with a 50-25 record as head coach of the Tigers & he is expected to overcome doubts that Memphis coaches can win at the top level. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
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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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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.
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Candlelight Christmas Concert
6:30-8:30 p.m. — United States Marshals Museum — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of Christmas Carols performed by strings under candlelight.
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$5 Movie Night at King Opera House
12-2 p.m. — King Opera House — $5 entry — Enjoy a budget-friendly movie screening in a historic venue.
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Wiggle Worms Storytime
10-11 a.m. — Fort Smith Public Library (Main Library) — Free entry — Enjoy rhymes, songs, and stories in a delightful interactive storytime for babies and caregivers.
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