Brett Rains

3 weeks ago | 4029tv.com | Brett Rains

In Fort Smith, Sebastian County, senior centers are grappling with significant funding shortfalls that are impacting the availability of free meals for qualified seniors. Currently, the number of meals served monthly has plummeted from 28,000-30,000 to just 14,000, leaving vulnerable seniors with unmet needs. The county's senior centers have already been reduced from nine locations to five, and more service cuts could be on the horizon.

3 weeks ago | 4029tv.com | Brett Rains

WHY ONE ATTORNEY SAYS THE ACTING CITY ADMINISTRATOR SHOULD ALSO BE FIRED. "The "The Sebastian County Circuit Court judge ruled that the Fort Smith acting city administrator did not respond to a request in time, and did not produce the required documents. And one of those documents is a background check that can't be found. And tonight, Fort Smith City directors are reviewing the job performance of the acting city administrator." "Documents were not only provided, they were concealed.

1 month ago | 4029tv.com | Brett Rains

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FOR THIS YEAR'S RODEO IN FORT SMITH. "For nearly "For nearly 100 years, people have been grabbing their cowboy hats and have headed to Fort Smith for the old Fort Days Rodeo. It all gets underway on Memorial Day, with the parade in the morning.

1 month ago | 4029tv.com | Brett Rains

The Fort Smith National Cemetery, the final resting place of more than 19,000 veterans and their spouses, will host a solemn Memorial Day ceremony on Sunday at 2:00 p.m., rain or shine.“We’re going to power through it regardless of the rain," said Zach Johnson, Avenue of Flags Chairman. "The very least we can do is honor their sacrifice.”Flags line every marker at the cemetery, symbolizing the dedication of those who served.

1 month ago | 4029tv.com | Brett Rains

For nearly a century, crowds have donned cowboy hats and headed to Fort Smith for the Old Fort Days Rodeo, a cherished local tradition.Marking its 92nd year, the event kicks off Memorial Day with a parade in downtown Fort Smith, followed by nightly rodeo action at Harper Stadium.The celebration begins with a parade along Garrison Avenue at 10 a.m. Riders, floats, and the iconic Clydesdales will take center stage.