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Fort Smith/Fayetteville News | 5newsonline KFSM 5NEWS | Get the local news and weather where you live from 5NEWS. Covering Fort Smith, Fayetteville, Bentonville, and all of Northwest Arkansas and the River Valley.
Black History
The story behind Black History Month, what it stands for, and why it's important
Black History
List | 2023 Black History Month events across NWA and the River Valley
Many across NWA and the River Valley are looking to Black History Month in an effort to bring attention to the incredible contributions of African Americans.
Black History
'Freedom's Path' premieres after filming in Fayetteville
The movie set in the civil war was filmed in Fayetteville, features local actors, and debuts right at the start of Black history month.
History
Fayetteville-filmed movie 'Freedom's Path' opens in theatres
The movie set in the civil war was filmed in Fayetteville, features local actors, and debuts right at the start of Black history month.
History
The story behind Black History Month—what it stands for, and why it's important
The theme of Black History Month this year is “black resistance," where we honor the great achievements of many who have lived and died in the United States.
Features
Sweet Connie & The Rolling Stones | Rock 'N' Roll in Arkansas
In 2019, Ashley King explored some of the Rock 'n' Roll history in Arkansas, including The Rolling Stones stopping in Fordyce and Sweet, Sweet Connie.
Crime
The Boys on the Tracks | An Arkansas mystery
In August 2012, we looked at the deaths of Don Henry and Kevin Ives, known as "The Boys on the Tracks," and the rumors and leads that swirled around them ever since
History
Bentonville History Museum opens as the city celebrates 150 years
The museum officially opens on Jan. 21, as the city celebrates its 150th anniversary this year—ahead of the grand opening, 5NEWS got a sneak peek inside.
Nation World
Norway archaeologists find 'world's oldest runestone'
Older runes have been found on other items, but not on stone. The earliest runic find is on a bone comb found in Denmark.
History
Murals across Arkansas | THV11 Archives
In 2019 and 2020, Craig O'Neill went around Arkansas to look at all the beautiful murals that have popped up towns big and small.
Travel
Trout fishing & hot air balloons | Travelin' Arkansas 1985
For 25 years, Chuck Dovish made Travelin' Arkansas for THV11. Enjoy this special from 1985, featuring rafting the trout fishing, hot air balloons, and more!
History
'A King’s Dream': A look at MLK’s time in Florida and his successful fight advancing civil rights
Dr. King used the blatant racism exhibited throughout the state to highlight the nation’s need for sweeping, immediate change.
Black History
List | 2023 Black History Month events across NWA and the River Valley
Many across NWA and the River Valley are looking to Black History Month in an effort to bring attention to the incredible contributions of African Americans.
Black History
'Freedom's Path' premieres after filming in Fayetteville
The movie set in the civil war was filmed in Fayetteville, features local actors, and debuts right at the start of Black history month.
History
Fayetteville-filmed movie 'Freedom's Path' opens in theatres
The movie set in the civil war was filmed in Fayetteville, features local actors, and debuts right at the start of Black history month.
History
The story behind Black History Month—what it stands for, and why it's important
The theme of Black History Month this year is “black resistance," where we honor the great achievements of many who have lived and died in the United States.
Features
Sweet Connie & The Rolling Stones | Rock 'N' Roll in Arkansas
In 2019, Ashley King explored some of the Rock 'n' Roll history in Arkansas, including The Rolling Stones stopping in Fordyce and Sweet, Sweet Connie.
Crime
The Boys on the Tracks | An Arkansas mystery
In August 2012, we looked at the deaths of Don Henry and Kevin Ives, known as "The Boys on the Tracks," and the rumors and leads that swirled around them ever since
History
Bentonville History Museum opens as the city celebrates 150 years
The museum officially opens on Jan. 21, as the city celebrates its 150th anniversary this year—ahead of the grand opening, 5NEWS got a sneak peek inside.
Nation World
Norway archaeologists find 'world's oldest runestone'
Older runes have been found on other items, but not on stone. The earliest runic find is on a bone comb found in Denmark.
History
Murals across Arkansas | THV11 Archives
In 2019 and 2020, Craig O'Neill went around Arkansas to look at all the beautiful murals that have popped up towns big and small.
Travel
Trout fishing & hot air balloons | Travelin' Arkansas 1985
For 25 years, Chuck Dovish made Travelin' Arkansas for THV11. Enjoy this special from 1985, featuring rafting the trout fishing, hot air balloons, and more!
History
'A King’s Dream': A look at MLK’s time in Florida and his successful fight advancing civil rights
Dr. King used the blatant racism exhibited throughout the state to highlight the nation’s need for sweeping, immediate change.
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