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Fort Smith International Film Festival Returns Showcasing 160 Films!
The Fort Smith International Film Festival & MidAmerica Film Market marks its 5th year, showcasing 160 films from local, regional,...

The Local Vibe
Jun 132 min read


The NASCAR Xfinity Series Goes International: Mexico City
NASCAR fans, buckle up for an exhilarating weekend as the NASCAR Xfinity Series makes its triumphant return to the legendary Autodromo...

The Local Vibe
Jun 123 min read


Empowering Change Through Fashion: Bentonville Fashion Week Recap
BFW CEO Rulli Torres, 40/29 News Anchor Lakyra Banks and KUAF DJ Ryan Versey The Bentonville Fashion Week, led by CEO Rulli Torres,...

The Local Vibe
Jun 101 min read


Downtown Rogers hosts June Edition of Art on the Bricks Art Walk on June 12th.
Downtown Rogers hosts June Edition of Art on the Bricks Art Walk on June 12th. Welcome summer with an evening filled with vibrant art,...

The Local Vibe
Jun 61 min read


Savannah Bananas Bring the Party to The CW!
Mark your calendars! On Sunday, July 27, the Savannah Bananas are bringing their electrifying “Banana Ball” to Philadelphia’s Citizens...

Miguel Medina
Jun 41 min read


Celebrate Founder’s Day at Children & Family Advocacy Center
Celebrate with the Children & Family Advocacy Center on June 5th as they host a Community Volunteer Day in honor of Founder’s Day. This...

The Local Vibe
May 291 min read


Fly Into History: Free Museum Day at the Arkansas Air & Military Museum May 24th!
Get ready for an unforgettable day of exploration and excitement at the Arkansas Air & Military Museum! On May 24th, from 9 AM to 4 PM,...

The Local Vibe
May 231 min read


JoElla Skaggs Honored as Old Fort Days Rodeo 2025 Patriot of the Year
JoElla Skaggs Photo provided by Old Fort Days Rodeo JoElla Skaggs, a lifelong educator and patriot, has been named the Old Fort Days...

The Local Vibe
May 211 min read


Old Fort Days Parade Launches the 92nd Annual Rodeo On Memorial Day
Photo provided by Old Fort Days Mark your calendars to experience the thrill and tradition of the 92nd Annual Old Fort Days Rodeo,...

The Local Vibe
May 202 min read


Miss Sebastian County to Represent Arkansas at Miss Worldwide
Molly Dunaway, Miss Sebastian County and Fort Smith native, has been selected as Arkansas' delegate for the Miss Worldwide pageant on...

The Local Vibe
May 191 min read


Bentonville Film Festival Announces Film Lineup For June Event!
11th Annual Bentonville Film Festival (BFF) will be taking place June 16–22, 2025, in Bentonville, Arkansas! Of this year’s selected...

The Local Vibe
May 161 min read


Bentonville Fashion Week Announces Designers' Line-ups For June Event.
Embracing Diverse Designers Creations Bentonville Fashion Week (BFW) Event is set for Friday, June 6, from 6 to 9pm and Saturday, June...

The Local Vibe
May 152 min read


ABC Announces Exciting Fall 2025 Primetime Lineup
ABC has unveiled its fall 2025 primetime schedule. With a mix of returning hits and exciting new series, viewers can look forward to a...

Miguel Medina
May 152 min read


$10K Grant Boost for Local Children & Family Advocacy Center
The Children & Family Advocacy Center (CFAC) has received a $10,000 grant from the O’Reilly Automotive Foundation, Inc., supporting its...

The Local Vibe
May 131 min read


NWA Screenwriters Collective Hosts Short Film Showcase To Celebrate Local Talent and Support the Arts
photo provided by NWA Screenwriters Collective image from "After the Beep" The NWA Screenwriters Collective (NWASC) invites the community...

The Local Vibe
May 121 min read


METEOROLOGIST LAURA HUCKABEE RETURNS TO 40/29
Meteorologist Laura Huckabee returns to KHBS/KHOG, the home of 40/29 News. Huckabee will bring over thirty years of multi-media...

The Local Vibe
May 121 min read


Explore the Unforgettable Culinary Delights at Taste of Rogers Event
Mark your calendars for an unforgettable evening of food, fun, and community at Taste of Rogers Event ! On Thursday, May 22, from 5 to 8...

The Local Vibe
May 91 min read


Celebrate with the Rogers Lowell Chamber: Upcoming Ribbon Cutting Events
The Rogers Lowell Chamber invites their members and the community to join in celebrating exciting milestones for local businesses. Ribbon...

The Local Vibe
May 91 min read


Make a Splash at Parrot Island Waterpark During Their Opening Weekend!
Photo provided by Parrot Island Waterpark Summer fun is just around the corner! Parrot Island Waterpark in Fort Smith, Arkansas is...

The Local Vibe
May 81 min read


Fort Smith International Film Festival Breaks Submission Records for 2025
The 5th Annual Fort Smith International Film Festival has shattered records, drawing 597 submissions from over 70 countries, nations, and...

The Local Vibe
May 71 min read
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