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Friday, December 27th, 2024
Good morning, Fort Smith. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of December.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Two minors were hospitalized after a shooting in Fort Smith, with an investigation currently underway. 5 News
- ➤ A 21-year-old from Fort Smith was arrested for possessing child sexual abuse material, following four cyber complaints. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission encourages people to donate their live Christmas trees as fish habitat at designated lakes until the end of January. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Fort Smith Police Department issues a flooding advisory, urging residents to avoid typical flood-prone areas due to severe weather risks. City of Fort Smith
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Sebastian County's 2025 budget includes a 5% salary increase for all county employees, further pay scale adjustments, and allocation of remaining federal covid relief funds. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The Mergner family enjoys disc golf together at Tilles Community Park in Fort Smith on Christmas Day, incorporating a new hobby into their holiday traditions. 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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