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Labor Day lake traffic boost local businesses

Local News

Labor Day lake traffic boost local businesses

Local News

Labor Day lake traffic boost local businesses

Lake Fayetteville and Beaver Lake hosted hundreds of visitors over the weekend celebrating Labor Day, giving local businesses a boost in rentals.
Holidays

Arkansas fire officials share Labor Day weekend safety tips

We're currently in the middle of the last holiday weekend for this summer, and there's more danger than usual this time around – especially when it comes to fires.
Local News

Fort Smith mayor's annual July 4 celebration held at Riverfront Park for first time in two years

Over a thousand Fort Smith area residents gathered at Riverfront Park to enjoy the annual Independence Day celebration.
Holidays

Keeping your furry friends calm during 4th of July celebrations

The Fourth of July is usually a joyful time for us, but it may not be as fun for our four-legged friends.
Local News

Operation Dry Water: Arkansas Game and Fish Commission promote holiday water safety

Boating under the influence of alcohol or drugs not only carries a stiff fine, but it also is grounds for a person to lose their driver’s license.
Nation World

Juneteenth history: Marking the end of slavery in America

The news of the end of slavery in America was delivered to slaves in Texas in 1865, more than two years after Lincoln declared the end to slavery.
Nation World

Juneteenth: 10 things you need to know

What is Juneteenth? It's a symbolic date representing African American freedom from slavery. Here's everything you need to know about the history behind Juneteenth.
Nation World

President Biden recognizes Pride Month with proclamation

Biden says 14% of all appointees in his administration identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or queer.
Local News

Walmart AMP to host July Fourth fireworks display and concert

The concert will honor our nation’s veterans and those who bravely serve in our nation’s armed forces while celebrating its beauty and grandeur.
Pets

Your pup could be the face of Budweiser’s holiday cans

The holidays could come early if your bud's mug lands on Bud's mug.
Local News

Walmart celebrates Mother's Day with 'Mother's May'

Celebrations in the Northwest Arkansas area include a free Mother’s May market event, the perfect way to celebrate mom and spend quality time with the family.

Zion Road experiencing phased closures through March 2022

5NEWS Daily Headlines | Sept. 22, 2021

Lots of sunshine, low humidity and Fall-like temperatures

Sunshine and 70s today

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.

Labor Day lake traffic boost local businesses

Labor Day lake traffic boost local businesses

Arkansas fire officials share Labor Day weekend safety tips

Fort Smith mayor's annual July 4 celebration held at Riverfront Park for first time in two years

Keeping your furry friends calm during 4th of July celebrations

Operation Dry Water: Arkansas Game and Fish Commission promote holiday water safety

Juneteenth history: Marking the end of slavery in America

Juneteenth: 10 things you need to know

President Biden recognizes Pride Month with proclamation

Walmart AMP to host July Fourth fireworks display and concert

Your pup could be the face of Budweiser’s holiday cans

Walmart celebrates Mother's Day with 'Mother's May'

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