Good morning, Fort Smith.

Arkansas PBS will rebrand as Arkansas TV after federal funding was cut in July — the final day for PBS content is set for June 30, 2026.

Executive director Carlton Wing said the network will offer the same programs with a sharper focus on local content.

A ServSafe Certified Food Manager Course is scheduled for Jan.

12 at 9 a.m. at the Franklin County Extension Office (300 Airport Road, Ozark) for residents of Franklin and Sebastian counties. Registration and pre-payment by Jan. 6 secure the $140 rate for new managers and $60 for recertification.

City directors delayed decisions on a lease for Parrot Island Waterpark and a contract renewal with American Resort Management until January as both items were removed from Tuesday night’s meeting for further review under the $100,000 ordinance.

The proposals will be revisited during a January study session.

Health inspections in Fort Smith found violations at several food establishments.

Children's Paradise Daycare had dead flies on a refrigerator shelf and other sites showed issues with food labeling and temperature controls, which management addressed to reduce foodborne illness risks.

UAFS men’s basketball extended its unbeaten run to 9-0 Tuesday with a 79-65 win over Midwestern State in San Antonio during the opening of the River City Holiday Classic.

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.

$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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Open Mic Night

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Fort Smith Public Library — Free entry — A casual evening for poets and musicians to showcase their talent or enjoy performances.

Candlelight: Tribute to The Beatles

8:30-9:30 p.m. — United States Marshals Museum — Ticketed event — Experience the timeless music of The Beatles performed by a string quartet under candlelight.