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Sunday, December 14th, 2025

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Good morning, Fort Smith. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 14th of December.

CULTURE NEWS

  • Melissa Carper released her holiday album A Very Carper Christmas via Soundly Music, featuring original festive tunes that mix nostalgia and humor — inspired by a friend’s challenge. The album adds to the vibrant local arts scene with a fresh seasonal sound.  River Valley Democrat-Gazette

SPORTS NEWS

  • Greenwood's Kane Archer won his second Gatorade Player of the Year award, setting records with 100+ touchdown passes and 50+ rushing touchdowns. He signed with the University of Utah and continues his community work as a youth coach and volunteer.  River Valley Democrat-Gazette
  • After planning to retire, Coach Jake Hindman returned to lead Mansfield girls basketball; he said the Lord — opening a new door — made it hard to refuse his calling.  River Valley Democrat-Gazette
  • Another strong field will compete in the upcoming Foster’s Roofing Holiday Classic — starting Thursday at Fort Smith Southside. Reigning champion Forrest City and standout Jamarion Morris, who scored 20 points in last year's championship, are among the competitors.  River Valley Democrat-Gazette

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Tue, 12/16/25

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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.

    Fri, 12/19/25

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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.

    Mon, 12/29/25

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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.

    Tue, 12/30/25

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  • Children's Storytime

    10-11 a.m. — Fort Smith Public Library (Main Library) — Free entry — Enjoy stories, songs, and puppetry in a delightful weekly gathering for kids and caregivers.

    Thu, 1/8/26

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  • STEAM Team: Snowflakes Workshop

    3:30-5:00 p.m. — Fort Smith Public Library (Main Library) — Free entry — Explore science and art by creating snowflake designs with marshmallows and toothpicks.

    Mon, 1/12/26

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  • Growing Little Readers: Everyday Literacy for Every Family

    5:30-7 p.m. — Fort Smith Public Library (Main Library) — Free entry — Discover practical tools to foster children's literacy and love for reading through everyday activities.

    Tue, 1/13/26

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