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Oct 9, 2025

From Stagecoaches to Slackwater: The River Valley’s Story Continues

Discover Fort Smith’s historic trailblazing legacy, upcoming October events, and this week’s adoptable pet in The Butterfield Dispatch.

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Sep 25, 2025

Fort Smith Fall Fest 🎃 Oct 4 + This Weekend’s Top Events

Free museum entry, trolley rides, reenactments, markets & more—plus a local trivia answer inside.

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Sep 11, 2025

Controversial Closure & Treasure Hunting: Weekend Events in Fort Smith & Van Buren- Never Forget 9/11

Remembering 9/11, industry challenges at TempleLive closure, JunkFest in Van Buren, and a weekend full of events in Fort Smith & Van Buren! Plus, VA Virtual Care and Composting Tips for a Thriving Garden! Get all the details here. 🌟

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Sep 4, 2025

Arkansans Unite for Great Cleanup this Fall - Controversial Winter Predictions & Exciting Events Await!

Join us for a jam-packed fall season in Arkansas! Get involved in cleanups, local events, and outdoor adventures.

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Aug 22, 2025

Tourism Boom Expected in Fort Smith & Van Buren!

Exciting Times Ahead: Fort Smith and Van Buren Tourism Forecast Growth!

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© 2025 The Butterfield Dispatch.

The Arkansas River has always been a lifeline, and for centuries, its valley has been a crossroads of American history. Butterfield Dispatch is a historical newsletter dedicated to uncovering and sharing the rich heritage of the Fort Smith and River Valley area. Each issue is a journey through time, exploring everything from the Trail of Tears and the Civil War to the industrial boom of the late 19th century. We'll feature profiles of notable locals, from brave lawmen like Bass Reeves to the families who built the city, and shine a light on the hidden events that shaped our region. Join us as we explore the stories that shaped the Fort Smith and River Valley area, one dispatch at a time.

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