Fort Smith cracks down on jaywalking after rise in collisions
The Fort Smith police chief announced a no-tolerance policy on jaywalking amid a rise in pedestrian collisions outside intersections.Chief Danny Baker wrote in a news release that police will strictly enforce jaywalking laws,
Man killed in Fort Smith pedestrian-vehicle accident
A pedestrian was killed Saturday evening after being struck by a vehicle on Towson Avenue. Fort Smith police responded to a vehicle-pedestrian accident with life-threatening injuries around 7 p.m. to a site near 4500 Towson Ave.
Fort Smith chief enforces ‘no-tolerance’ jaywalking
"We have witnessed the devastating consequences of unsafe roads, distracted driving, and jaywalking. These tragedies cannot continue. The Fort Smith Police Department has responded—and will continue to do so—with a full-scale commitment to improving safety.
Fort Smith police search for missing 75-year-old man
FORT SMITH, Ark. — A 75-year-old man is considered missing and endangered, according to the Fort Smith Police Department (FSPD). Dane Vannathongkhay's family has not been able to make contact with him since Dec. 6. His last known location was a hotel in the 5100 block of Towson Avenue where he was supposed to be staying, police said.
‘No-tolerance jaywalking’ policy a response to Fort Smith pedestrian deaths
With yet another pedestrian hit and killed in Fort Smith by a vehicle, Fort Smith Police Chief Danny Baker issued a public statement Monday (Dec. 9) saying the department
Fort Smith cracks down on jaywalking: Police chief enforces no-tolerance policy amid pedestrian deaths
The Fort Smith police chief announced a no-tolerance policy on jaywalking amid a rise in pedestrian collisions outside intersections.
Fort Smith Police Department adopts no-jaywalking policy amid uptick in pedestrian-involved crashes
"When it comes to these vehicle-pedestrian collisions, things are way higher than they should be," FSPD Public Information Officer Aric Mitchell said.
Fort Smith to shift credit/debit card fees to water customers starting March 2025
Fort Smith shifts credit/debit card fees for water bill payments to customers starting March 1, 2025. Free payment options ...
Fort Smith officials warns of fake planning department invoices seeking ‘finalization payment’
City officials warned residents Tuesday about fake invoices circulating that seem to be from city employees. The fraudulent ...
Fort Smith board votes unanimously to fire city administrator
"Fort Smith is a great city and over the past eight years and seven months, we have done a lot to improve the city. That is ...
Police Chief declares 'unacceptable reality' as Fort Smith pedestrian collisions surge
Fort Smith police enforce a no-tolerance jaywalking policy to combat rising pedestrian collisions and fatalities.
New $500k grant fuels Fort Smith’s vision for walkable, bikeable community
Fort Smith secures a $500K grant to expand the Maybranch Greenway, enhancing trails for safer, more accessible recreation and ...
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Man hit and killed by car in Fort Smith
Police say a man died after being hit by a car on Saturday evening. The Fort Smith Police Department says it happened near ...
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University of Arkansas-Fort Smith commencement is this weekend: what to know
More than 800 University of Arkansas-Fort Smith students will their degrees and certifications this weekend. The festivities will take place on Saturday, December 14 at the Stubblefield Center, ...
Where are the Christmas parades, lights, ice skating in Fort Smith, River Valley
Here's a list to help families and friends plan their holiday festivities with Christmas light displays, ice skating, and ...