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Wednesday, December 4th, 2024
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Good morning, Fort Smith. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ 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. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ 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. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Fort Smith announces daily street closure on North 47th Street between Kinkead and Park Avenues until Jan. 3 for sewer repair. City of Fort Smith
- ➤ 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. Southwest Times Record
- ➤ 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. City of Fort Smith
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ 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. Southwest Times Record
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ 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. Arkansas Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lee Kemp and Dawn Hutchins won their respective runoff elections for municipal seats in Sebastian County. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ 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. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Michael Carbonaro Live Show
Experience an evening of magic and comedy with Michael Carbonaro, known for his engaging illusions and hidden camera pranks.
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Winter Terrarium Crafting Workshop for Adults
Participants will learn to create winter-themed terrariums in a creative workshop limited to ten attendees.
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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.
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