On October 4th, Downtown Fort Smith transforms into a living-history playground for one day only—imagine cavalry rides, cannon blasts, wandering reenactors, free museum access at various locations, and a complimentary trolley loop (10 AM–4 PM) so you can park once and explore with the kids. This is the city's largest history-themed event, brought together by the Fort Smith National Historic Site, local museums, and community partners. You can look forward to interactive demonstrations, live music, food trucks, and a vendor market with the classic energy of a fall festival. Food trucks are gathered on 3rd St between Garrison & Rogers—perfect for a quick lunch. Take advantage of the free trolley and historic streetcar rides from 10 AM–4 PM; watch for the orange stop signs. Be sure to download or screenshot the city’s festival map for parking and stops before you set out. Fort Smith Fall Festival: What to Expect: Fort Smith National Historic Site (free, 10 AM–4 PM): Belle Starr trial reenactment, cavalry on horseback, and multiple Civil War artillery firings Fort Smith Museum of History (320 Rogers Ave): FREE entrance to the museum and the Belle Starr Reenactment Trial at 1pm, sundae bar, living history, 10am to 4pm. Miss Laura's Brothel Museum (2 North B Street): FREE living history talks, guided tours, reduced gift shop charges and more! 9am-5pm. Clayton House (514 North 6th Street): FREE guided tours and celebrate Judge Clayton's Birthday with cake and ice cream, and a BB Gun Range! 11am-4pm. Fort Smith Trolley Museum (100 S 4th Street) FREE Trolley rides sponsored by Main Street Fort Smith, 10am-4pm. Fort Smith Regional Art Museum (1601 Rogers Ave)FREE Fall Family Fun Day, Free arts, crafts, activities and Hot Dogs! 10am-3pm. The United States Marshals Museum is offering FREE entrance from 9-5! Other Events/Sites include: Kids Zone: Live Music, Food Trucks, Bounce Arounds, Rock Climbing Wall (Pendergraft Park) Fort Smith Farmer's Market Fall Festival: (2nd St and Garrison Ave) Health and Wellness Fair: Blood pressure stations, yoga, zumba and more! (320 Rogers Avenue) Corgi-Festival: Vendors, games, activities and almost 100 corgis!! (North E Street and Riverfront Drive)

If the theme songs to I Love Lucy  or Cheers  still live rent-free in your head, clear your Monday night. The CW is rolling out "TV We Love", a new eight-part docuseries that spotlights some of the most beloved shows in television history and the outsized influence they’ve had on pop culture. The series premieres Monday, October 13, at 7 p.m. Each hour dives into one classic, blending rare stories, behind-the-scenes secrets, and fresh commentary from cast members, creators, scholars, and TV insiders. The kickoff episode goes deep on I Love Lucy —often cited as one of the greatest sitcoms ever—before the series revisits The Brady Bunch , The Love Boat , The Honeymooners , Happy Days , Dynasty , Cheers , and Touched By An Angel . Expect a mix of familiar faces and expert voices, including: Keith Thibodeaux (I Love Lucy) Barry Williams and Christopher Knight (The Brady Bunch), plus Gary Cole (The Brady Bunch Movie) Fred Grandy and Ted Lange (The Love Boat) Don Most and Scott Baio (Happy Days) Al Corley, Jack Coleman, Pamela Sue Martin (Dynasty) Roma Downey (Touched By An Angel) They’re joined by Variety’s Executive TV Editor Michael Schneider, journalist/author Jim Colucci, and super-fans Bob Costas, Carrie Preston, Nicole Sullivan, and Kate Flannery. Episode Guide at a Glance I Love Lucy — The trailblazing partnership of Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz and the creative/business moves that reshaped TV. The Brady Bunch — Barry Williams and Christopher Knight share what it meant to “grow up Brady,” with never-before-told stories. The Love Boat — How star-packed guest lists and high-seas charm turned a weekly cruise into a cultural phenomenon. The Honeymooners — Inside Jackie Gleason’s creative genius and why the series still resonates 70 years on. Happy Days — Return to Richie, Fonzie, and the gang, with reflections on a pop-culture juggernaut. Dynasty — On-set drama, outrageous glamour, and the delicious excess that defined ’80s prime time. Cheers — Back to the Boston bar “where everybody knows your name,” and the spark that made it an all-timer. Touched By An Angel — Roma Downey and EP Martha Williamson revisit stories of faith, hope, and inspiration that captivated millions. Whether you grew up with these shows or discovered them in reruns and streams, "TV We Love" promises a warm, insightful reunion with the series that brought generations together in front of the TV. Where You Can Watch in NW Arkansas & The River Valley Antenna: 29.2 or 40.2 Cox Cable: 4 or 2004    AT&T U-verse: 30 or 1030     DirecTV: 41     DISH: 21

Fresh off a last-second win over Clemson, the now-ranked Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets return home to host the Temple Owls on the CW College Football Saturday. It’s just the second meeting between the programs—and the first in Atlanta. Temple won the only prior matchup in 2019, 24–2. A victory would move Tech to 4–0 for the first time since 2014. Coverage begins at 3:00 p.m. with the “CW Football Saturday Countdown” pregame show, followed by kickoff at 3:30 p.m. Don’t miss all the action on The CW’s Football Saturday. Georgia Tech vs. Temple TV:  The Arkansas CW Kickoff:  Saturday, Sept. 20 — 3:30 p.m. Where:  Bobby Dodd Stadium at Hyundai Field, Atlanta How to Watch The Arkansas CW in NW Arkansas & The River Valley Antenna: 40.2 or 29.2 Cox Cable: 4 or 2004 AT&T TV: 30 or 1030 DirecTV: 41 DISH: 21

Get ready! The Arkansas Oklahoma State Fair is rolling back into town September 19–27, bringing nine full days of rides, food, music, and fun. 40/29 and The Arkansas CW are proud sponsors of Dollar Day at the Fair on Wednesday, September 24. From 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., admission is just $1 (gate admission only) and every dollar collected goes directly to support the River Valley Regional Food Bank. It’s the perfect chance to enjoy the fair while giving back to the community! All the classics are back, the midway packed with thrilling rides, Old McDonald’s Farm for the kids, arts and crafts exhibits, and of course, plenty of mouthwatering fair food. Free entertainment with gate admission makes every night a party, with highlights including the PRCA Xtreme Bulls on September 24 and two exciting Latina nights featuring America Cuevas on opening night and Los Martincillos Al Million on September 26. The fun doesn’t stop there. Each day, fairgoers can catch the high-flying ZUZU African Acrobats, marvel at foot archer Sara Twister, and even come face-to-face with a live shark encounter. And new this year, the Brew Haus offers a lively space to enjoy live music while sampling a wide selection of beers. “The Arkansas Oklahoma State Fair is a tradition that brings our community together year after year,” said fair director Kelly Clark. “We’re excited to welcome back the rides, food, and family fun everyone loves, while also introducing exciting new features like the Brew Haus.” Advance tickets, armbands, and gate admissions are on sale now, so don’t wait. For details and the full schedule, head to arkansasoklahomafair.com .

Two Northwest Arkansas Naturals honored for standout 2025 seasons. The Kansas City Royals have announced their annual organization award winners, and two familiar faces from the Northwest Arkansas Naturals earned top honors. Catcher Carter Jensen has been named the George Brett Hitter of the Year, while outfielder Carson Roccaforte has claimed the Frank White Defensive Player of the Year for the second straight season. Carter Jensen shines at the plate. At just 22 years old, Jensen solidified himself as one of the Royals’ most promising hitters. He began the 2025 season with the Naturals, appearing in 68 games and posting an impressive .292 batting average with six home runs, 37 RBI, and 40 runs scored. Promoted to Triple-A Omaha midseason, Jensen continued his offensive surge. Across both levels, he combined for a .290 batting average, 20 home runs, 60 walks, and an .878 OPS. His consistent production earned him a spot in the All-Star Futures Game in Atlanta and a Major League debut with Kansas City on September 2. A Kansas City native and 3rd-round pick in 2021, Jensen’s steady rise through the organization made him a natural choice for the George Brett Award, which honors the Royals’ top hitter each season. Speedy outfielder Carson Roccaforte, 23, proved once again that defense wins recognition. Splitting his season between High-A Quad Cities and Double-A Northwest Arkansas, Roccaforte anchored center field with his elite glove work. Logging over 1,000 innings in the outfield for the second straight year, he converted 320 putouts and five assists in 328 chances. His sure-handed defense resulted in only two errors, giving him a .994 fielding percentage — including a perfect 1.000 mark during his time with the Naturals. Selected in the 2023 MLB Draft out of Louisiana-Lafayette, Roccaforte’s repeat recognition with the Frank White Award underscores his role as one of the Royals’ most reliable defenders. Other Royals Award Winners In addition to Jensen and Roccaforte, the Royals honored several other players and staff members for their 2025 contributions: Paul Splittorff Pitcher of the Year – LHP David Shields Willie Wilson Baserunner of the Year – OF Asbel González Mike Sweeney Community Impact Award – RHP Luinder Avila Alex Gordon Heart & Hustle Award – INF Sam Kulasingam Art Stewart Scout of the Year – Professional scout Mark Leavitt Recognition Night at Kauffman Stadium All seven award winners will be celebrated on Futures Night, Friday, September 19, at Kauffman Stadium before the Royals face the Toronto Blue Jays. For fans in Northwest Arkansas, the recognition of Jensen and Roccaforte highlights the Naturals’ continued role in developing the next wave of Kansas City Royals talent.

Downtown Springdale will turn into a lively, walkable gallery on Saturday, Sept. 27, 5:30 – 8:30 PM, as the Art Walk returns with an evening of visual art, photography, sculpture, and interactive installations spread across more than a dozen stops. Start your self-guided stroll, pop into open studios and storefront “mini-galleries,” and experience the city in a fresh, art-forward way. Presented by the Tyson Family Foundation and supported by Explore Springdale, this year’s Fall Art Walk brings together emerging and established artists showing at local favorites like HEY!, Mano’s, Backroom Social Club, The Apollo, Springdale Pool Hall, Casa Magnolia, Bauhaus Biergarten, Café Con Chisme, and more. The full lineup is posted on the official event page. Your $20 ticket includes a wine or seltzer sample at each participating location; non-alcoholic options are available on request. Check-in begins at 5:30 PM at The Apollo on Emma (308 W. Emma Ave.), where guests receive wristbands and a map to plot their route. Guests 21+ should bring a valid ID for tastings. Proceeds from Art Walk directly support the Downtown Springdale Alliance, helping keep downtown vibrant and funding year-round community programming. It’s an easy way to enjoy a night out while investing in your city’s creative heartbeat. Know Before You Go! When:  Saturday, Sept. 27, 5:30–8:30 PM (check-in opens at 5:30 PM) Where:  Start at The Apollo on Emma, then follow the map to participating stops Tickets:  $20 per participant; includes tastings at each stop (Non-Alcoholic options available). Advance purchase encouraged. More info & full lineup:  See the Downtown Springdale Art Walk page and ticket portal. Article Images Provided by: Downtown Springdale

The Rogers Historical Museum is celebrating its 50th anniversary with a two-day birthday extravaganza on October 24 and 25. The milestone will be marked with special events for families, members, and the community, along with the anniversary exhibit “The Rogers Historical Museum: Celebrating 50 Years!” , on display through January 10, 2026. Photo provided by Rogers Historical Museum Festivities begin Friday with the Museum Birthday Stuffie Sleepover, where children can drop off their stuffed animals for a night of fun and return Saturday morning for a cake party and 1970s-themed crafts. Friday evening, Friends of the Rogers Historical Museum members are invited to a special gathering featuring stories from the museum’s past and a look toward its future. The celebration continues Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with the museum’s official birthday party, complete with cake while supplies last and family-friendly crafts. For details or registration, visit rogershistoricalmuseum.org .

Get ready for heart-pounding action and eight seconds of glory, the PBR Camping World Team Series storms into Greensboro, North Carolina this weekend, bringing with it the world’s toughest cowboys, the rankest bulls, and the kind of adrenaline-charged competition you can only find in professional bull riding. The PBR Team Series showdown takes center stage, each ride counts, every second matters, and the intensity never lets up. Riders will push their grit, skill, and courage to the limit, fighting for crucial points, bragging rights, and the roar of one of the sport’s most electric crowds. Over the years, Greensboro has become a fan favorite stop on the PBR circuit, with energy inside the arena rivaling championship levels. Fans can expect jaw-dropping rides, dramatic head-to-head matchups, and edge-of-your-seat excitement that keeps the arena buzzing from start to finish. The PBR Camping World Team Series delivers the kind of action you can’t look away from, whether you’re watching the world’s best riders hang on for the full eight seconds or witnessing the raw power of the bulls determined to buck them off. All the action can be seen on The Arkansas CW starting at 7PM this Saturday and 11:30 PM on Sunday. Where You Can Watch PBR in NW Arkansas & The River Valley Antenna: 29.2 or 40.2 Cox Cable: 4 or 2004    AT&T U-verse: 30 or 1030     DirecTV: 41     DISH: 21

Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 13, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., as Downtown Rogers comes alive with the NWA Community Showcase! Thanks to the generous support of PepsiCo and the Walton Family Foundation, this family-friendly event is completely free and open to the public, no tickets required ! This signature event, hosted by RLC, shines a spotlight on the inclusive, welcoming spirit of Northwest Arkansas through vibrant cultural experiences, local talent, and entrepreneurial energy. A Day Full of Experiences At NWA Community Showcase 🎶 Entertainment on Butterfield Stage Live music, singing, and dancing performances will keep the energy high throughout the day. From local artists to cultural showcases, there will be something to inspire and entertain audiences of all ages. 🎨 Arts & Culture Families can enjoy interactive exhibits, hands-on activities, and displays that celebrate the diverse traditions and creativity of our region. 🍴 Foodie Adventure Take your taste buds on a journey! Attendees will enjoy a variety of delicious cultural foods, free non-alcoholic drinks, and the always-thrilling Battle of the Chefs competition. 🌳 Outdoor Fun for Kids Bring the little ones to Railyard Park , where the Playard  will be buzzing with kid-friendly activities and outdoor play. 🛍 Marketplace & Small Businesses Meet local entrepreneurs and discover new favorite shops in the Marketplace, featuring the creativity and spirit of small businesses from across the community. 🌟 New for 2025: Children’s Entrepreneur Market This exciting addition gives kids the chance to showcase their own products, building skills in entrepreneurship, innovation, and leadership while gaining real-world experience. For more information on the event click here! Proud Media Sponsors

The Symphony of Northwest Arkansas (SoNA) is launching its 2025–26 Season of Discovery this fall, marking an exciting new chapter with six guest conductors, four of whom are finalists to become the orchestra’s next artistic leader. The season begins September 20 at Walton Arts Center with Celestial Visions: Symphonie Fantastique , conducted by Lawrence Loh, and continues with a series of masterworks concerts in November, January, and March, each led by a different finalist. Audiences will play an important role in the selection process, sharing feedback after each performance. Highlights of the season include Beethoven’s Seventh Symphony  in November with David Glover, the return of holiday favorites in December with A Very SoNA Christmas  and The Snowman: A Family Concert , Akiko Fujimoto’s Scheherazade  in January, and Tamara Dworetz leading the season finale in March with Prokofiev’s Romeo and Juliet . Subscriptions and single tickets are on sale now, with full-season packages starting at $185, sampler subscriptions from $108, and single tickets from $40. Children under 18 can attend free with a paid adult ticket, while tickets for The Snowman  are $10. Performances take place at Baum Walker Hall, Walton Arts Center in Fayetteville. Tickets are available at sonamusic.org or by calling the box office at (479) 443-5600.

The NASCAR Xfinity Series Playoffs roar to life this Friday night under the lights at Bristol Motor Speedway, live on The CW at 6 PM Central. Known as “The Last Great Colosseum” , Bristol is a legendary half-mile bullring famous for its high banks, tight racing, and dramatic finishes that keep fans on their feet from start to finish. With championship hopes on the line, every lap counts and every position matters. Bristol’s concrete battleground is notorious for door-to-door action, tempers flaring, and rivals clashing under the spotlight. The field is packed with playoff contenders ready to fight for glory, and the intensity will be at an all-time high as the chase for the title begins. Don’t miss the start of the Xfinity Series Playoffs from one of NASCAR’s most iconic stages, Friday night at Bristol, on The Arkansas CW. Where You Can Watch The Race in NW Arkansas & The River Valley Antenna: 29.2 or 40.2 Cox Cable: 4 or 2004    AT&T U-verse: 30 or 1030     DirecTV: 41     DISH: 21 Where You Can Watch Qualifying  Practice & Qualifying for the NASCAR  Xfinity Series at Bristol will take place Friday, September 12th, at 1 PM CDT. Practice and Qualifying is available for FREE through the CW Streaming app . NASCAR Xfinity Series Entry List Entry  Vehicle # Driver Organization 1 00 Sheldon Creed Hass Factory Team 2 1 Carson Kvapil JR Motorsports 3 2 Jesse Love Richard Childress Racing 4 4 Parker Retzlaff Alpha Prime Racing 5 7 Justin Allgaier JR Motorsports 6 07 Carson Ware SS-Green Light Racing 7 8 Sammy Smith JR Motorsports 8 10 Daniel Dye Kaulig Racing 9 11 Brenden Queen Kaulig Racing 10 14 Logan Bearden SS-Green Light Racing 11 16 Christian Eckes Kaulig Racing 12 17 Corey Day Hendrick Motorsports 13 18 William Sawalich Joe Gibbs Racing 14 19 Aric Almirola Joe Gibbs Racing 15 20 Brandon Jones Joe Gibbs Racing 16 21 Austin Hill Richard Childress Racing 17 24 Jefferey Earnhardt Sam Hunt Racing 18 25 Harrison Burton AM Racing 19 26 Dean Thompson Sam Hunt Racing 20 27 Jeb Burton Jordan Anderson Racing 21 28 Kyle Sieg RSS Racing 22 31 Blaine Perkins Jordan Anderson Racing 23 32 Austin green Jordan Anderson Racing 24 35 Stefan Parsons (i) Joey Gase Motorsports 25 39 Ryan Sieg RSS Racing 26 41 Sam Mayer Haas Factory Team 27 42 Anthony Alfredo Young's Motorsports 28 44 Brennan Poole Alpha Prime Racing 29 45 Josh Williams Alpha Prime Racing 30 48 Nicholas Sanchez Big Machine Racing 31 51 Jeremy Clements Jeremy Clements Racing 32 53 Joey Gase Joey Gase Motorsports 33 54 Taylor Gray Joe Gibbs Racing 34 70 Leland Honeyman Cope Family Racing 35 71 Ryan Ellis DGM Racing 36 88 Connor Zilisch JR Motorsports 37 91 Josh Bilicki DGM Racing 38 99 Matt DiBenedetto Viking Motorsports

Get ready for an exciting ranked showdown this week on The CW's Football Saturday! The  18th- ranked USF Bulls are heading to Miami to take on the 5th-ranked Hurricanes, and it's bound to be an action-packed game. The Bulls are pumped after back-to-back wins against ranked teams and are eager to challenge another Florida school. Meanwhile, Miami is off to a fantastic start this season at 2-0, with a standout win over Notre Dame. While Miami has a solid lead in their rivalry with a record of 6-1, this marks the first meeting between the two schools when both are ranked.   The fun starts at 3 PM with the "CW Football Saturday Countdown" pregame show, followed by the kickoff at 3:30 PM. Be sure to put your phone down, grab your snacks, and settle in for this thrilling match. You won't want to miss it! How to Watch The Arkansas CW in NW Arkansas & The River Valley Antenna: 40.2 or 29.2 Cox Cable: 4 or 2004 AT&T TV: 30 or 1030 DirecTV: 41 DISH: 21