Discover the story of Fort Smith in people's lives—recorded in places and spaces around town where the stories are unfolding! Hear from chefs, the Mayor, Miss America, and more... about why Fort Smith is a great place to visit, live, and work.
Dr. Sandy Johnson on Skin Cancer, Sunscreen & Staying Natural
Dr. Sandy Johnson of Johnson Dermatology joins Josh Buchfink and Emily Horn to share how a blind date brought her to Fort Smith, and how she and her husband built a 12-provider practice that's celebrating 20 years. She breaks down the two skin care habits that put you ahead of most people, clears up myths about Botox and fillers, and explains why getting a skin check matters as melanoma rates climb. Dr. Johnson also talks about her roles with the American Academy of Dermatology and the Fort Smith Chamber of Commerce. She wraps up with her ultimate Fort Smith food tour and why she trains at a HYROX gym.
Relevant Links
Calico County: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/listing/calico-county/34/ (https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/listing/calico-county/34/)
Doe's Eat Place: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/listing/does-eat-place/45/ (https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/listing/does-eat-place/45/)
21 West End: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/listing/21-west-end/26/ (https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/listing/21-west-end/26/)
Phở Việtnam: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/listing/ph%E1%BB%9F-vi%E1%BB%87tnam/786/ (https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/listing/ph%E1%BB%9F-vi%E1%BB%87tnam/786/)
Inka Su Mare: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/listing/inka-su-mare/736/ (https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/listing/inka-su-mare/736/)
Harvest Moon Bakery: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/listing/harvest-moon-bakery/422/ (https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/listing/harvest-moon-bakery/422/)
Fort Smith Coffee Co. at Bakery District: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/listing/fort-smith-coffee-co-at-bakery-district/393/ (https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/listing/fort-smith-coffee-co-at-bakery-district/393/)
Hispanic-Owned Eateries: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/blog/post/hispanic-owned-eateries/ (https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/blog/post/hispanic-owned-eateries/)
International Food in Fort Smith: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/blog/post/global-restaurants/ (https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/blog/post/global-restaurants/)
Food Trucks: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/dine/food-trucks/ (https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/dine/food-trucks/)
#DiscoverFortSmith #FortSmithArkansas #SkinCancerAwareness
7 Oct 2026
From Kansas Radio to UAFS: Chris Kelly's Fort Smith Story
Chris Kelly, Assistant Vice Chancellor of Marketing at the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith, joins Josh Buchfink and Emily Horn to share how a drive down from Kansas led him to buy a house and fall for Fort Smith. He talks about his 20 years in radio, reading graduates' names at commencement, and what's ahead as UAFS gets ready for its centennial in 2028. Chris also covers new programs like the two-year nursing degree and the advanced manufacturing engineering program, plus how UAFS keeps college affordable. He wraps up with his Exploration Saturday adventures, local favorites and his work with Fort Smith Rotary and the Good Samaritan Clinic.
#DiscoverFortSmith #UAFS #FortSmithArkansas
Relevant Links
UAFS & Grand Avenue Region: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/blog/post/uafs-grand-avenue-region/ (https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/blog/post/uafs-grand-avenue-region/)
UAFS Gallery of Art and Design: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/listing/uafs-gallery-of-art-and-design/412/ (https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/listing/uafs-gallery-of-art-and-design/412/)
Fort Smith Regional Art Museum: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/blog/post/regional-art-museum/ (https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/blog/post/regional-art-museum/)
U.S. Marshals Museum: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/blog/post/us-marshals-museum/ (https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/blog/post/us-marshals-museum/)
Peacemaker Festival: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/blog/post/peacemaker-festival/ (https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/blog/post/peacemaker-festival/)
Fort Smith Farmers Market: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/listing/fort-smith-farmers-market/278/ (https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/listing/fort-smith-farmers-market/278/)
AJ's Oyster House: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/listing/ajs-oyster-house/27/ (https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/listing/ajs-oyster-house/27/)
Bookish: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/listing/bookish/546/ (https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/listing/bookish/546/)
10th Street Bookery: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/listing/10th-street-bookery/746/ (https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/listing/10th-street-bookery/746/)
Fort Smith Events Calendar: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/events/ (https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/events/)
7 Oct 2026
How to Find a Trusted Builder in Fort Smith | DeAnne Hankins with the Home Builders Association
DeAnne Hankins, Executive Director of the Greater Fort Smith Association of Home Builders, joins Josh Buchfink and Emily Horn to talk about how the association advocates, educates and networks for the local building industry. She explains their free, two-year residential construction apprentice program at Peak Innovation Center and how to use the member directory to find trusted, licensed contractors. DeAnne also walks through the year's big events, including the Home Show at Kay Rodgers Park, the scholarship golf tournament, the Showcase Home and the Parade of Homes. To wrap up, she shares her favorite Fort Smith spots to eat, sip and bowl.
Relevant Links
Kay Rodgers Park: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/listing/kay-rodgers-park/832/ (https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/listing/kay-rodgers-park/832/)
2026 Home Show: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/articles/post/2026-home-show/ (https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/articles/post/2026-home-show/)
Parrot Island Waterpark: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/listing/parrot-island-waterpark/211/ (https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/listing/parrot-island-waterpark/211/)
Calico County: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/listing/calico-county/34/ (https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/listing/calico-county/34/)
Geno's Pizza: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/listing/genos-pizza-by-the-slice-central-mall-food-court/488/ (https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/listing/genos-pizza-by-the-slice-central-mall-food-court/488/)
Fort Smith Coffee Co. at Bakery District: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/listing/fort-smith-coffee-co-at-bakery-district/393/ (https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/listing/fort-smith-coffee-co-at-bakery-district/393/)
810 Billiards & Bowling: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/listing/810-billiards-&-bowling/575/ (https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/listing/810-billiards-&-bowling/575/)
Best Places to Eat in Fort Smith: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/dine/ (https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/dine/)
Greater Fort Smith Association of Home Builders: https://www.fortsmithhomebuilders.com (https://www.fortsmithhomebuilders.com) (not a DFS link, see notes)
#DiscoverFortSmith #FortSmithArkansas #HomeBuilders
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