Dr. Timothy Workman, director of choral activities at UAFS, smiled as the audience cheered for the combined chorus of A Grand Night for Singing. On Tuesday, April 22nd, the choral ensembles of UAFS, Southside, Northside, and Alma High School put on a concert that showcased their works to the audience of the ArcBest Performing Arts Center. It has become a tradition for the UAFS Music & Theatre Department to hold this concert every Spring semester. Along with taking pride in th

Despite their failure to complete student enrollment, a flock of Canada Geese was spotted on campus near the Flanders building in December of 2024. This was a concern to many students, as geese are notorious for being aggressive, and the question of what to do was left unanswered. All that could be done was to make peace with the new members of the student body. The geese eventually lost the thrill of education and continued on their way, leaving the campus no worse for wear,

On November 19, 2024 the Fort Smith Public Library helped host the annual International Poetry Night. It was a wonderful cultural even put together by Sigma Tau Delta, the Applause international literary journal, and the Azaharaz literary journal. Together they collaborated to bring together poets to read poems of all different languages and backstories. The poetic language included Spanish, German, Egyptian, English, and Chinese. All the poets read the poems in the origina

Thursday, February 15, UAFS Chancellor, Dr. Terisa Riley, announced via email a proposal to eliminate five degree programs, including both bachelor and associate programs as well as several certifications, following a review conducted in collaboration with the Arkansas Department of Higher Education (ADHE) Coordinating Board. The list of proposed cuts include: Computer-Aided Design General Technology Automotive Concentration Political Science (minor to remain) Spanish (minor

Going into this cold December, many of my fellow lions are going to be wanting to shake off the stress and sweat for what has been, for many of us, a hectic finals week! As we inch closer and closer to our winter break, I wanted to take the opportunity to make a list of fun activities and other things to do in the Fort Smith area over break. In no particular order these hopefully will give you, my wary reader, a better idea of how to relax over this holiday season. Have a hap

It’s that time of the year again where there is an abundance of Christmas light shows to choose from. Christmas light browsing is a time-honored tradition, but it can be overwhelming trying to ensure that we all see the best ones for the best price. That’s why we’ve put together a list of the must-see light shows this December! 1. Creekmore Park Holiday Express  We start our list off with the most popular, the closest to UAFS, and a completely free light show in Fort Smith! T

UAFS Theatre Department presents Henrik Ibsen’s, A Doll’s House . Showings take place on October 19-21, at 7PM, with a double feature on October 21 at 3PM and 7PM. The event is free is UAFS students, faculty, and senior citizens. For general admission, tickets are priced at $10. Directed by Sally Story, the show follows Nora Helmer as she navigates around a mistake she has made that has come back to haunt her. When faced with a decision that will change the course of her life

On April 14, Gov. Sarah Huckabee-Sanders signed legislation changing a 30 year old law. Starting this August, cities in Arkansas will no longer have the authority to ban pet stores from selling dogs and cats. HB 1591 is an amendment of the Arkansas Retail Pet Store Consumer Protection Act of 1991, the act “requires certain guarantees from retail pet stores to the citizens who buy dogs and cats. Breeding kennels and catteries are excluded from this act, as are animal shelters

The holidays are fast approaching and everyone is trying to get in the spirit. Spending time with friends and family is always the best way to spend the holidays, but sometimes it’s nice to try something new. Fort Smith is full of holiday opportunities if you know where to look. Here are some great examples of local holiday activities you can do with your friends and family that might even become a new family favorite tradition. 1. Gingerbread House Contest There’s nothing be

Everyone knows about Santa, but have you heard of his companion, Krampus? This frightening figure is often paired with Saint Nick and is believed to have originated in Germany. In Norse Pagan lore, he is rumored to be the son of Hel, the Norse god of the underworld. Krampus is said to appear on the night of December 5th, Krampusnacht , and search for all the naughty children to bestow their deserved punishment or steal them in the night. The legend of Krampus can be traced in

The Pancakes With The Grinch Event will be happening this Saturday, December 10th, courtesy of the City of Fort Smith and the Fort Smith Police Department. The event will take place at 121 Riverfront Drive at the Riverfront Park Events Building. It will be held from 9-10:30 a.m. This will be a fun time for the family and a great time to make memories for the holiday season! They will be offering free pancakes and pictures with the Grinch! You’ll also be able to participate in

By Kobe Godwin & Sydney Seegers Over the last week, UAFS students shared what fast food restaurants they frequently visited in Fort Smith. The survey results showed that a popular location among students was Chick-Fil-A, while other frequented spots included McDonalds, Taco Bell, Wing Stop, and Raising Caines. Students also shared some memorable moments they had while visiting these restaurants, producing mixed results in customer satisfaction. One student said that while g

On Tuesday, December 29th at the ArcBest Corp. Performing Arts Center the UAFS Wind Ensemble performed at the annual season’s greetings concert alongside other ensembles from the UAFS Music Department. Their performance included five pieces of music under the direction of Dr. Alexandra Zacharella. For two of the pieces, they were joined by combined choirs, led by Dr. Zacharella and Dr. Timothy Workman. Both directors embraced the holiday spirit as we move into the Christmas s

After reports indicated a “red wave” midterm, young voters surprised analysts with a high turnout for Democrats, keeping the fight for a Congressional majority closer than anticipated. Circle reports that 27% of youth (ages 18-29) cast a ballot this year, marking the second-highest youth turnout in about three decades. Turnout was exceptionally high in battleground states (FL, GA, Mi, NC, NH, NV, OH, PA, WI), where it was 31%. Edison Research National Election Pool’s exit po

Breedlove is home to the UAFS Music and Theatre Department. Built in the 1970s and officially opened in 1976, they were booming with students majoring in the arts. This decade was considered the “golden years” for the administration. There are tales that the Breedlove building is haunted. From objects getting thrown around, to a piano being played in the late hours of the night. It is known among students and professors that a male ghost, given the name of Larry, haunts the a

If you’re trying to get the most holler for your dollar this spooky season, here are the reviews of two big haunts local to the historic side of Fort Smith. ASYLUM X HAUNTED HOUSE If haunted hospitals are your jam, this is the place to go! Upon entering there were 2 rules. 1. Don’t get close to the weapons. 2. Don’t attack the bugs. Why? Because they were 100% REAL! The actors are skilled and you’re in no danger. As long as you mind the limits, the adrenaline will buzz throu

This month, Fort Smith welcomed Nothing Bundt Cakes to our community. Nothing Bundt Cakes is having its grand opening on Saturday, October 29th at 9 a.m. The first 50 to purchase will get “Free Bundtlets For a Year”. Each winner will receive one Bundtlet a month for a year. They will also have live music and a costume contest! Make sure you stop by for a delicious bundt cake! They are located at 4191 Phoenix Avenue, Suite 27 (Next to Eyemart). They’re open from 9 am - 7 pm, M

The UAFS Wind Ensemble performed their first concert of the season on Tuesday, October 25, 2022, at the ArcBest Corp. Performing Arts Center. Their performance included seven pieces of music composed by Dr. Alexandra Zacharella, capturing the feeling of fall and the seasons to come. The Band started their concert with William Schuman’s (1910-1992) “Chester Overture for the Band.”The music, by my surprise, was fast and abrupt but also slow and peaceful with a nice build befo

It's the season for all things spooky and haunting at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith (UAFS) and the Fort Smith community. Along with all the Halloween events, several haunted houses and attractions are open as well. Several events will happen within the next couple of weeks at UAFS and other places throughout Fort Smith. These events include Haunted University at UAFS, UAFS Haunted Hustle 5k, Monster Mash Volleyball Tournament, Halloween Hoopla, Trunk or Treating, a

On October 8th, 7Brew Coffee Fort Smith will be giving away free t-shirts all morning with each large drink purchase while supplies last. The Fort Smith 7Brew location located at 7720 Rogers Ave will be hosting a Grand Opening Swag Day Event this Saturday from 5:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. where they will give away free "swag." This free swag will include a choice from three different t-shirts that bear different 7Brew logos or designs. 7Brew is a drive-thru coffee shop that starte