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KNWA FOX241 hour ago
2026 Election Day voting locations in Northwest Arkansas, River Valley, on KNWA FOX24Voting for the 2026 General Election is on Tuesday, November 3, and voting locations are open across Northwest Arkansas and the River Valley.
Also reported byRiver Valley Democrat-Gazette
River Valley Democrat-Gazette9 hours ago
Fort Smith directors to vote on consent decree management contract Monday, on River Valley Democrat-GazetteFORT SMITH -- The city Board of Directors is expected to decide Monday on a nearly $2.5 million agreement with Arcadis Engineering for managing consent decree projects.
Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette9 hours ago
Van Buren man who denies breaking Fort Smith infant’s legs has autism, ‘lacks understanding,’ physician says, on Northwest Arkansas Democrat-GazetteFORT SMITH -- A Van Buren man has pleaded not guilty in a Sebastian County case in which he told police he squeezed a 7-week-old baby's legs together until they broke, according to Fort Smith police.
Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette9 hours ago
Benton County marriage licenses issued Oct. 22-28, on Northwest Arkansas Democrat-GazetteThe following marriage license applications were recorded Oct. 22-28 in the Benton County Clerk's Office:
Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette12 hours ago
River Valley Restaurant Inspections: Chicken prepared using cement mixer, raw beef stored above cheese dip, on Northwest Arkansas Democrat-GazetteViolations marked as priority contribute directly to the elimination, prevention or reduction in the hazards associated with foodborne illness. Priority violations include prevention of contamination, cooking, reheating, cooling and handwashing.
khbs18 hours ago
7th annual 'Whitney's Race' benefits fight against pancreatic cancer, on khbsThe Whitney Marsh Foundation started in 2018 and helps raise money to fight pancreatic cancer.
5NEWS19 hours ago
Mercy Fort Smith adds robotic tech that aids in surgeries, on 5NEWSThe Da Vinci 5 allows for finer, controlled movements, according to the robot's operator.
Hot Springs Sentinel Record20 hours ago
Lake Hamilton football seeks first conference title in 15 years against Van Buren, on Hot Springs Sentinel RecordThe Lake Hamilton Wolves enter senior night Friday with a chance to claim their first conference championship in 15 years when they host Van Buren at Wolf Stadium.
Northwest Arkansas Democrat-GazetteYesterday
Greenwood council to consider changing zoning for mini storage Monday, on Northwest Arkansas Democrat-GazetteGREENWOOD -- Miniature self storage facilities could be allowed in more of Greenwood following Monday's City Council meeting.
River Valley Democrat-GazetteYesterday
Van Buren clinches share of 6A-West title after beating Mountain Home, on River Valley Democrat-GazetteVAN BUREN -- On daylight saving time weekend, the Van Buren Pointers with their all-around performance turned back the clock more than an hour Friday night at Blakemore Field. They set it all the way back to 1996 getting the program's biggest win in 31 seasons.
River Valley Democrat-GazetteYesterday
Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Fort Smith offers chance for support, solidarity, on River Valley Democrat-GazetteFORT SMITH -- Participants gathered on a drizzly Saturday morning in Fort Smith for an annual walk honoring those affected by Alzheimer's disease.
Northwest Arkansas Democrat-GazetteYesterday
New leads into Lavaca man’s 2009 disappearance probed after extensive property search, on Northwest Arkansas Democrat-GazetteLAVACA -- Authorities including the FBI have completed their search of Lavaca property related to a recent tip concerning a 30-year-old man who was last seen in 2009.
River Valley Democrat-GazetteYesterday
Lady Mavs compete at state tourney in home town, on River Valley Democrat-GazetteSouthside's Julissa Parga (2) sets the ball on Monday, Oct. 26, 2026, (team)'s during play in the Class 6A volleyball state tournament at Northside Arena in Fort Smith. Visit rivervalleydemocratgazette.com/rvphotos for today's photo gallery.
River Valley Democrat-GazetteYesterday
River Valley Player Profiles – O’mauri Hill, Fort Smith Northside; Marcco Taddeucci, Waldron; Logan Williams, Hackett; Garrett Overby, Gans, Okla., on River Valley Democrat-GazetteO'MAURI HILL
The Arkansas Democrat-GazetteYesterday
Divorces granted in Sebastian and Crawford counties from Oct. 20-26, on The Arkansas Democrat-GazetteThe following divorces granted were recorded in the Sebastian County and Crawford County county clerks' offices Oct. 20-26.
The Arkansas Democrat-GazetteYesterday
Couples apply for marriage licenses in Sebastian County Oct. 20-26, on The Arkansas Democrat-GazetteThe following marriage license applications were recorded Oct. 20-26 in the Sebastian County Clerk's Office.
5NEWSOct. 31
Hundreds gather in Fort Smith to help raise awareness about Alzheimer's, on 5NEWSDespite a few sprinkles, the River Valley Walk to end Alzheimer's was another success.
Northwest Arkansas Democrat-GazetteOct. 31
Cycling, panel, workshop all part of Fort Smith International Film Festival Nov. 5-7, on Northwest Arkansas Democrat-GazetteIt’s a Monday morning, less than two weeks before the sixth annual Fort Smith International Film Festival, when founder Brandon Chase Goldsmith volunteered by phone that yes, he is crazy, and no, he wouldn’t change it for the world.
Northwest Arkansas Democrat-GazetteOct. 31
Local notes: OLLI lists classes, Springdale Legion hosts fall fest and chili cookoff, on Northwest Arkansas Democrat-GazetteThe Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Arkansas has announced the following classes:
Northwest Arkansas Democrat-GazetteOct. 31
Club news: Civil War Round Table hosts author Tim Scherrer; Historical Society welcomes King Biscuit Blues host with live music, on Northwest Arkansas Democrat-GazetteThe Bella Vista Civil War Round Table will hold it’s next meeting at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 5 at the Bella Vista Historical Museum, at the intersection of 1885 Bella Vista Way (U.S. 71 and Kingsland Road).
The Arkansas Democrat-GazetteOct. 31
New art walk brings creatives, musicians and makers into downtown Fort Smith, on The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette"I really feel like downtown is the center of arts for our community," Amanda Hager, executive director of Main Street Fort Smith, said. She cited the nearby public art gallery, local theater and live music stage, all within walking distance of each other.
5NEWSOct. 31
Community rallies in Fort Smith to raise money, awareness for Alzheimer's, on 5NEWSHundreds gathered in Fort Smith on Saturday morning for the Walk to End Alzheimer’s, raising money and awareness for the disease.
River Valley Democrat-GazetteOct. 31
FYI Calendar: Kids and favorite stuffed animal read together on Saturdays at Fort Smith Library, on River Valley Democrat-GazetteOn The Stage
Hot Springs Sentinel RecordOct. 31
Garland County high school football standings, on Hot Springs Sentinel RecordDive into the latest high school football standings and see which teams are vying for the top spots in the conference race.
Talk Business & PoliticsOct. 31
Fort Smith Metro News Briefs: ArcBest announces dividend; Mercy Fort Smith adds surgical system, on Talk Business & PoliticsFollowing are news brief items from the Fort Smith metro. ArcBest Dividend Fort Smith-based ArcBest recently announced a quarterly cash dividend of 12 cents per share to be paid Nov….
Sapulpa TimesOct. 31
True Grit Trail law takes effect Nov. 1 in southeastern Oklahoma, on Sapulpa TimesA new state law establishing the True Grit Trail in southeastern Oklahoma, highlighting places from the Charles Portis novel, takes effect Nov. 1.
Northwest Arkansas Democrat-GazetteOct. 31
River Valley officials report strong turnout across the two weeks of early voting, on Northwest Arkansas Democrat-GazetteFORT SMITH -- Thousands of River Valley voters came out to cast their ballots in the past two weeks ahead of the 2026 midterm election.
Baxter BulletinOct. 31
Van Buren stops Mountain Home in 6A-West showdown, on Baxter BulletinVAN BUREN — The Mountain Home Bombers were literally a few inches away from clinching a 6A-West championship Friday night. Van Buren stuffed Mountain Home at the goal line on
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River Valley Democrat-GazetteOct. 31
Alma clinches playoff spot with win over Harrison, on River Valley Democrat-GazetteALMA 32, HARRISON 26
River Valley Democrat-GazetteOct. 31
Mansfield beats Charleston to win third consecutive 3A-1 Conference title, on River Valley Democrat-GazetteMansfield 38, Charleston 28
Northwest Arkansas Democrat-GazetteOct. 31
Fort Smith honors Former Miss America Madison Marsh in street naming ceremony, on Northwest Arkansas Democrat-GazetteFORT SMITH -- A portion of Gary Street in front of Southside High School in Fort Smith is now dubbed "Madison Marsh Avenue," following a street-naming ceremony held Friday afternoon.
KTLOOct. 31
High School football scores from Arkansas and Missouri playoffs, on KTLOArea Teams Mountain Home 14, Van Buren 21 Newport 47, Yellville-Summit 20 Quitman 50, Salem 34 Melbourne 45, Marshall 0 Mountain View 28, Riverview 0 Harrison 26, Alma 32 Branson 49, Willard 8 Hollister 0, Seneca
khbsOct. 30
Southside Defeats Little Rock Southwest 44-7, on khbsThe Mavericks earn their fourth straight win.
Northwest Arkansas Democrat-GazetteOct. 30
Trick play leads to Pointers’ treat, on Northwest Arkansas Democrat-GazetteVAN BUREN -- On the eve of Halloween, Van Buren went to tricks a day early in a battle of the only unbeaten teams left in the 6A-West Conference at Blakemore Field.
The Arkansas Democrat-GazetteOct. 30
Fort Smith Southside rolls past Little Rock Southwest to clinch home playoff game, on The Arkansas Democrat-GazetteFORT SMITH -- For the first time in 11 years, Fort Smith Southside will host a playoff game.
KTLOOct. 30
Van Buren holds on to defeat Bombers, on KTLOMountain Home quarterback Conner Gentry took the snap on fourth-and-one at the Van Buren 1 yard line, and when it looked like Gentry had stretched the ball over the goal line, the officials ruled him down
In brief
The short notes of Daily Fort Smith’s last two editions. Open one to read it, with its sources.
Election DayIf you haven't voted yet, polls across the River Valley are open 7:30 a.m.
If you haven't voted yet, polls across the River Valley are open 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, and any eligible voter can cast a ballot at any voting center. We suggest checking the county list for the spot nearest you.
News Notes · Today’s editionSource: River Valley Democrat-Gazette
Early votingSebastian County had 14,275 voters turn out as of Thursday, and Crawford County reported 8,132 votes cast as of Friday.
Sebastian County had 14,275 voters turn out as of Thursday, and Crawford County reported 8,132 votes cast as of Friday. Crawford County voter clerk Sandra Lingo said she had heard "no complaints from the poll workers."
News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
Lavaca caseAuthorities including the FBI have finished searching property on Utah Ranch Road in Lavaca and now have new "bits of information" in the March 2009 disappearance of Gregory Lee Bolin.
Authorities including the FBI have finished searching property on Utah Ranch Road in Lavaca and now have new "bits of information" in the March 2009 disappearance of Gregory Lee Bolin. Sheriff's Office Capt. Cody McConnell said, "Our investigators are actively following up on that information."
News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
Film festivalThe sixth annual Fort Smith International Film Festival runs Nov.
The sixth annual Fort Smith International Film Festival runs Nov. 5-7 and will screen 142 films, only a quarter of the submissions received. A pre-event screening is Wed., Nov. 4, at 6 p.m. at the Fort Smith Museum of History, 320 Rogers Ave.
News Notes · Today’s editionSources: Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, Fort Smith Museum of History
Arts weekendThe inaugural Garrison Arts Walk pairs local artists with downtown businesses on Nov.
The inaugural Garrison Arts Walk pairs local artists with downtown businesses on Nov. 7. The Red Autumn Art Festival is Nov. 6 and 7 at the Wyndham Fort Smith City Center, 700 Rogers Ave.
News Notes · Today’s editionSource: The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette