Fort Smith

Adult running events scheduled in Fort Smith Metro for week ending May 1

One running event is scheduled to take place in the Fort Smith Metro during the week ending May 1, offering an opportunity for adults to compete, stay active, and take part in organized races.

Nicole Locke Administrative Assistant at Arkansas Judiciary

March sees 2 fewer attorneys with active licenses to practice law in cities within Crawford County compared to previous month

The number of lawyers with active licenses in cities in Crawford County in March decreased in comparison to the previous month.

Congresswoman Harriet M. Hageman

Subcommittee discusses wildlife management and water infrastructure legislation

Lawmakers discussed several bills addressing wildlife management policies and rural water infrastructure during an April hearing led by Subcommittee Chair Harriet Hageman. Proposed measures included changes regarding polar bear trophy imports, invasive species control programs, cormorant population oversight frameworks, and…

Karen R. Baker, Chief Justice Position 1 for Arkansas Judiciary

Cities within Pope County saw 1 less active legal license in March compared to previous month

There was one less active legal license in cities located in Pope County in March compared to the previous month.

Cole Dawson and Presley Nichols

Who are the ex-high school stars from Fort Smith Metro area competing on Saturday, April 25?

These former Fort Smith Metro area high school standouts will be active on Saturday, April 25.

Bruce Westerman Chairman

House passes HEATS Act to streamline geothermal energy permitting on non-federal lands

The U.S. House approved legislation aimed at simplifying permits for geothermal projects on non-federal land. Supporters say it could lower costs and strengthen U.S. energy independence.

Nicole Locke Administrative Assistant at Arkansas Judiciary

Cities within Sebastian County saw 1 less active legal license in March compared to previous month

Cities within Sebastian County recorded a decline in the number of lawyers with active licenses in its legal scene compared to the previous month.

Braxton Waller and Cole Dawson

Who from Fort Smith Metro area’s former high school standouts will be active on Friday, April 24?

On Friday, April 24, these former Fort Smith Metro area high school standouts will be in action.

Nicole Locke Administrative Assistant at Arkansas Judiciary

Unchanged number of lawyers with active licenses to practice in cities within Franklin County in March compared to previous month

Cities within Franklin County recorded a stable number of lawyers with active licenses in its legal scene compared to the previous month.

Bruce Westerman Chairman

House subcommittee examines permitting process for tribal natural resource development

A House subcommittee reviewed how the federal permitting process affects natural resource development in Indian Country during an oversight hearing held Apr. 22. Leaders discussed ongoing challenges faced by tribes seeking economic growth through resource management.

Bruce Westerman Chairman

House Committee on Natural Resources advances eight bills on resources and conservation

The House Committee on Natural Resources has moved forward with eight bills focused on resource development, environmental protection, and cultural preservation following an Apr. 21 markup session chaired by Bruce Westerman.

Karen R. Baker, Chief Justice Position 1 for Arkansas Judiciary

Q1: 9 lawyers with active licenses to practice law in cities within Franklin County

There were nine lawyers with active licenses to practice law in cities within Franklin County as of the first quarter of 2026.

Dover

Youth fun runs and races in Fort Smith Metro for the week: April 18-24

Youth running event is scheduled to take place in Fort Smith Metro during the week ending April 24, offering an opportunity for children to stay active, compete, and participate in community activities.

Cole Dawson and Drew Vega

Which former Fort Smith Metro area high school athletes will be active on Tuesday, April 21?

These former Fort Smith Metro area high school standouts will be competing on Tuesday, April 21.

Morgan Coryell and Drew Vega

Who from Fort Smith Metro area’s former high school standouts will play in the week starting Monday, April 20?

The week beginning Monday, April 20 will showcase these former Fort Smith Metro area high school standouts.

Nicole Locke Administrative Assistant at Arkansas Judiciary

Cities within Pope County had 28 lawyers with active licenses as of Q1

There were 28 lawyers with active licenses to practice law in cities within Pope County as of the first quarter of 2026.

Jackson Crain and Cole Dawson

Which former Fort Smith Metro area high school stars will compete on Saturday, April 18?

Saturday, April 18 will feature competition from these former Fort Smith Metro area high school standouts.

Nicole Locke Administrative Assistant at Arkansas Judiciary

1 less lawyer with an active license in cities within Pope County in Q1 compared to previous quarter

There was one less active legal license in cities located in Pope County in the first quarter of 2026 compared to the previous quarter.

Ian Rowe and Presley Nichols

Who are the Fort Smith Metro area high school alumni in action on Friday, April 17?

These ex-Fort Smith Metro area high school standouts will participate in competitions on Friday, April 17.

Fourth District of Arkansas

Bruce Westerman highlights Second Chance Month and rural priorities in recent statements

Rep. Bruce Westerman used his social media accounts on April 14-15, 2026, to announce legislative initiatives recognizing Second Chance Month and supporting rural schools and industries in Arkansas’ Fourth District.

Trending

The Weekly Newsletter

Sign-up for the Weekly Newsletter from Fort Smith Times.