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Magazine Schools Start Today With New Hybrid Calendar
MAGAZINE (KFSM) -- It's not even August, but school is already starting today for one local district. Students are walking the halls this morning at Magazine High School and other schools in the district. Magazine schools are starting on a new hybrid school schedule. → Read More
Get To Know Fort Smith Mayoral Candidates At Forum Tonight
FORT SMITH (KFSM) -- A forum tonight (July 24) will give voters the opportunity to meet the three candidates for Fort Smith mayor. All three candidates will stand before voters from 7-8 tonight at the Fort Smith Public Library, and anyone is welcome to attend. This is an opportunity for the people of Fort Smith to get to know their mayoral candidates. → Read More
Fireworks Rules Vary By City, County
FORT SMITH (KFSM) -- July 4th is tomorrow, and many will be heading outside to shoot off fireworks. But fireworks aren't legal to use in every area of Northwest Arkansas and the River Valley. Law enforcement and fire officials say they want people to have a good time celebrating the holiday, but they also want them to be aware of local ordinances regarding fireworks. → Read More
Oklahoma Election: Cornett, Stitt and Powell, Lawhorn Head For Runoffs; Edmondson Wins; Medical Marijuana OK’d
OKLAHOMA (KFSM) -- Two Republican candidates are headed for a runoff, while the Democratic primary ended with a clear winner Tuesday night. On the Republican side, Oklahoma City Mayor Mick Cornett and political outsider Kevin Stitt will go head-to-head in a runoff that will take place in late August. → Read More
Oklahoma Election: Four Headed For Runoffs; Edmondson Wins; Medical Marijuana OK’d
OKLAHOMA (KFSM) -- Two Republican candidates are headed for a runoff, while the Democratic primary ended with a clear winner Tuesday night. On the Republican side, Oklahoma City Mayor Mick Cornett and political outsider Kevin Stitt will go head-to-head in a runoff that will take place in late August. → Read More
Voters Head To Polls In Oklahoma Primary Election Today
OKLAHOMA (KFSM) -- It's Election Day in Oklahoma. Oklahomans will cast their ballots today (June 26) on several issues, including State Question 788, which would legalize medical marijuana in the state. The biggest race for the state on today's ballot is the race for governor. → Read More
Runoff Election Today To Decide Republican Candidate For State Seat
SEBASTIAN COUNTY (KFSM) -- A runoff election today in Sebastian County will determine the Republican candidate for the State Senate District 8 seat. The election takes place today between state Rep. Mat Pitsch and former state Rep. Frank Glidewell. Polls open today (June 19) at 7:30 a.m. → Read More
Fort Smith Schools Provides Meals For Free Starting Today
FORT SMITH (KFSM) -- Eleven schools in the Fort Smith area will offer free meals for those 18 and younger starting today (June 4). The free meals program runs during the months of June, July and the beginning of August. → Read More
Old Fort Days Rodeo Kicks Off Today
FORT SMITH (KFSM) -- It's time to saddle up and head to Kay Rodgers Park for some mutton busting, barrel racing and bull riding. The Old Fort Days Rodeo kicks off today in Harper Arena at the park. → Read More
St. Patrick’s Day Events Happening In Our Area This Weekend
St. Patrick's Day is tomorrow. Don't forget to wear green. In honor of the holiday, many cities across the area will celebrate the feast of the saint. The St. Patrick's Day Parade will be rolling through Garrison Avenue tomorrow (March 17). → Read More
Greenwood Proposing To Add Third School Resource Officer
GREENWOOD (KFSM) -- School campuses nationwide are ramping up security measures in the wake of the Parkland Florida school shooting, and the Greenwood School District is proposing to do the same. → Read More
Cold Weather Didn’t Keep Runners From 4th Annual Fort Smith Marathon
FORT SMITH (KFSM) -- Hundreds of runners from all across the country braved the below freezing weather Sunday (Feb. 11) morning for the 4th Annual Fort Smith Marathon. More than 900 runners ran through the goal line. "It was awesome," said runner Beth Price. → Read More
Free Afterschool Dental Clinic For Children Being Held At UAFS
FORT SMITH (KFSM) -- Dental services are serving our community two-fold on Tuesday (Feb.6). Not only are children getting a free dental check up, but college students are also acquiring world skills at the same time. → Read More
Tickets Still Available For 2018 Fort Smith Burns Night Dinner
FORT SMITH (KFSM) - Firefighters don't just fight fires and save lives. There's a group of them that serve our community through music and you can support them through an upcoming event with rich Scottish roots. → Read More
Volunteers Needed To Prepare Christmas Wreaths For National Cemetery
FORT SMITH (KFSM) -- Since 2009, volunteers have been placing Christmas wreaths on each gravestone at the Fort Smith National Cemetery to remember fallen soldiers during the holiday season. Christmas Honors volunteers will gather at the Fort Smith Convention Center Friday (Dec. → Read More
Volunteers Needed To Prepare Christmas Wreaths For National Cemetery
FORT SMITH (KFSM) -- Since 2009, volunteers have been placing Christmas wreaths on each gravestone at the Fort Smith National Cemetery to remember fallen soldiers during the holiday season. Christmas Honors volunteers will gather at the Fort Smith Convention Center Friday (Dec. → Read More
Unveiling New Holiday Express Train & Opening Night For Lights At Creekmore Park
FORT SMITH (KFSM) -- The countdown is over! Creekmore Park is finally turning on their Christmas lights for the season and they're also revealing their new Holiday Express Train Monday night (Dec. 4). The city is expecting thousands to come see the animated lights at Creekmore Park. → Read More
Community Rallies Together After Local School Resource Officer Diagnosed With Cancer
PARIS (KFSM) -- Five days a week, it's the same daily routine for the school resource officer. Starting at 7 a.m., Mike Haney drops cones in front of Paris Elementary School and from there his days only get better. "You can't get a better job than this, " said Haney. → Read More
Help Those In Need During The 3rd Annual Homeless Scarf Event
FORT SMITH (KFSM) -- Cold weather is slowly settling into our area and warmer clothes are now needed to keep people warm. However, some people can't afford those garments so that's why a local couple is lending a hand. → Read More
‘Be A Santa To A Senior’ Program Begins In The River Valley
RIVER VALLEY (KFSM) -- It's the season of giving, and two businesses are partnering together to help make seniors lives a little brighter this time of year. Research shows that loneliness can have a real effect on both mental and physical health. → Read More