Good morning, Fort Smith.

Fort Smith police and Arkansas' attorney general issue safety tips for online holiday shopping, urging the use of secure passwords, and credit cards for better fraud protection.

The River Valley area is bustling with a variety of holiday events, including Creekmore Park's Holiday Express, a chamber opera performance at UAFS, and several community activities like ice skating, galas, and Santa's Workshop to celebrate the season.

Fort Smith announces daily street closure on North 47th Street between Kinkead and Park Avenues until Jan.

3 for sewer repair.

Main Street Fort Smith, under new executive director Amanda Hager, announces a revitalization focus for Downtown Fort Smith with projects like the Fort Smith Music series and the Cocoa Crawl.

Street closures at South 24th and South 25th Streets near Jenny Lind and Phoenix Avenue in Fort Smith, AR will last until Dec.

30, 2024, for a street reconstruction project.

UAFS's Opera and Musical Theatre Workshop will stage a modern twist on 'Cinderella' with a full orchestra, aiming to appeal to all ages and enhance students' educational experience.

A lawsuit aims to halt operations at a Denali Water Solutions lagoon in Crawford County, Arkansas, due to noxious odors affecting local residents and businesses.

Lee Kemp and Dawn Hutchins won their respective runoff elections for municipal seats in Sebastian County.

The Fort Smith Board of Directors postponed a decision on an ordinance that would prohibit camping on city property and affect the homeless population, planning further discussion on December 17.

Storytime with Goats at the Main Library

Children and their caregivers can enjoy a special storytime featuring farm animal stories and the opportunity to pet real goats.

Creative Wreath-Making Workshop

Experience a hands-on wreath-making workshop at the Fort Smith Convention Center, perfect for adding a personal touch to your holiday decor.

Storytime at the Windsor Branch Library

This weekly event invites children and their caregivers to engage with stories, songs, and movement activities at the Fort Smith Public Library's Windsor Branch.

2024 Holiday Express at Creekmore Park

The 2024 Holiday Express provides a festive train ride experience running from December 2nd to December 28th, with operations from Monday to Saturday in the evenings.

Michael Carbonaro Live Show

Experience an evening of magic and comedy with Michael Carbonaro, known for his engaging illusions and hidden camera pranks.

Winter Terrarium Crafting Workshop for Adults

Participants will learn to create winter-themed terrariums in a creative workshop limited to ten attendees.

Medal Madness Running Event - Various Distances

The Medal Madness event offers multiple race distances, including 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, and a Half Marathon at Ben Geren Regional Park, featuring themed medals for finishers and a best costume contest.