Wednesday, December 25th, 2024
Good morning, Fort Smith. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of December.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Two individuals were arrested in River Valley for aggravated assault and drug possession with intent to deliver, respectively. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Two juveniles were hospitalized following a shooting in Fort Smith, with the police investigation ongoing. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Fort Smith attributes its lowest crime rates in 15 years to court diversion programs like Rise Court, which offers alternatives to traditional sentencing for misdemeanors. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Covenant Presbyterian's music director, Brandon Bolin, revitalizes the tradition of performing Handel’s 'Messiah' in Fort Smith with a collaborative effort including choir, soloists, and the Fort Smith Symphony. Southwest Times Record
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Two Polish F-35 Lightning II aircraft arrived at Ebbing Air National Guard Base in Fort Smith, marking a significant step in establishing the base as an international training center for F-35 pilots from the U.S. and NATO allies. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
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Medal Madness Race Series: 1M to Half Marathon
This event includes multiple race distances ranging from 1 mile to a half marathon, offering finisher medals and a costume contest, held at Ben Geren Regional Park.
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