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Sebastian County Jail Inmate Dies, Awaiting ICE Transfer

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Sebastian County Jail Inmate Dies, Awaiting ICE Transfer

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FORT SMITH, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — An inmate at the Sebastian County Adult Detention Center was found unresponsive on June 19 and later pronounced dead at a local hospital. Authorities say the death is under investigation, but no foul play is suspected at this time, according to a June 25 news release. The inmate, Juan Salazar‑Lopez, 48, was found in his cell and transported to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Sebastian County Sheriff’s Off…See the Story

Fort Smith, Sebastian County Work to Consolidate 911 Services Under One Roof

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Fort Smith, Sebastian County Work to Consolidate 911 Services Under One Roof

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The City of Fort Smith will operate the new consolidated 911 call center and board members made up of leaders throughout Sebastian County will govern it.See the Story

Suit accuses then-Crawford County deputy of using excessive force | Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

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Suit accuses then-Crawford County deputy of using excessive force | Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

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FORT SMITH -- A woman who says she was injured during her 2022 arrest due to excessive force used by a former Crawford County sheriff's office deputy filed a civil rights lawsuit in federal court last week.Read Article

Fort Smith Needs a New Radio Tower in $10M Regional 911 Center Project - Inside Towers

Wes Milam, recently appointed director of public safety communications for the City of Fort Smith, AR is spearheading an ambitious project to consolidate 911 operations across Sebastian County. By early 2027, Milam is tasked with overseeing the creation of the River Valley Communications Center (RVCC), a regional hub for police, fire, and EMS dispatch services, according to Talk Business.net. Milam presented his detailed plan to the RVCC Governi…Fort Smith · Fort Smith Read Article

Fort Smith Police captain announces resignation after two decades

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FORT SMITH, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — After two decades of service Fort Smith Police Department, Captain Wes Milam announces his resignation. Though Milam is stepping away from his role as captain, he will continue being part of the community as the new Director of Public Safety Communications. Three arrested in Fort Smith shooting that left woman critically injured "I am grateful to Captain Milam for his 22 years of dedicated service with the Fo…Fort Smith · Fort Smith Read Article

Stretching their wings - Sequoyah County Times

Mrs. Murphy's art class from Sallisaw High School recently had work on display in the student gallery at the Regional Art Museum in Fort Smith, Ark. School administration said they are so proud of their students! The student art gallery was sponsored by the Arvest Foundation.Fort Smith · Fort Smith Read Article

Fort Smith leaders preparing for second meeting on possibly providing water for Franklin County prison | Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

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FORT SMITH -- Whether the city of Fort Smith could provide water for the planned state prison 30 miles away in Franklin County is expected to be the focus of a meeting in the "near future."Fort Smith · Fort Smith Read Article

Here's why the Arkansas River is so full right now

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After a very wet spring, Green Country lakes and rivers are quite swollen.Fort Smith · Fort Smith Read Article

Outlaws log 18-8 run rule win over Fort Smith

The Joplin Outlaws erupted for 11 runs in the second inning en route to an 18-8 run-rule win over the Fort Smith Marshalls at Fort Smith, Arkansas.Fort Smith · Fort Smith Read Article

Fort Smith plans street closures for sewer main repairs

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FORT SMITH, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — The city of Fort Smith plans multiple road closures for sewer main repairs. According to a press release, the locations and times are: Waco Street from S 33rd Street to S 34th Street until June 30 from 6:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. S 34th Street from Waco Street to Vicksburg Street until June 30 from 6:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. N 48th Street from N J Street to N M Street until July 12, all day Louisville Street from S 24th to S 25t…Fort Smith · Fort Smith Read Article

Lauren Spencer Promoted to Weekend Evening Anchor at KFSM

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Lauren succeeds Rachel Williams, who left 5NEWS in June 2025 to pursue a new opportunity.Housing · Fort Smith Read Article

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