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Sunday, December 21st, 2025
Good morning, Fort Smith. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 21st of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas nonprofits will receive $15M in grants to support essential children and family services statewide, as announced by Governor Sanders. The Hamilton Center in Fort Smith received $315K to help offset a $700K shortfall—funding begins rolling out in January. 5 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Fort Smith’s All of Her released a new Christmas tune today + Joey Largent and Untight will perform at Pearl’s in January, giving local music fans a festive treat. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The FDA proposes adding Bemotrizinol to sunscreen — local dermatologist Sandy Johnson says it could offer a chemical option that works like physical blockers. The agency seeks public comments and expects products to feature the ingredient next fall in Fort Smith. 5 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Fort Smith Northside freshman Paisley Hogan made an instant impact on the volleyball team when she earned Newcomer of the Year honors on Dec. 9 at the River Valley Fall Awards Media Day — known for basketball scholarship offers before varsity play, Hogan showcased stellar athletic skill. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Hackett senior Michaelyn Freeman, last season's Arkansas Gatorade Volleyball Player of the Year, is working to elevate her game as she enters her final season, showing strong determination (a key boost for the Lady Hornets). River Valley Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Mansfield senior Kaylee Ward led the Lady Tigers to a Class 3A state title, silencing critics after her team moved up from Class 2A two years ago. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Mansfield Coach Kaylie Pyles & Hackett Coach Bridget Freeman showcased family coaching traditions as they led their volleyball teams to state titles, with trophy cases full of hard-won proof of success. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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