Discover Fort Smith
Discover Fort Smith
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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.
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The podcast explores vibrant community life in Fort Smith, covering themes such as local history, culinary innovation, and community development with episodes featuring figures like the Mayor, local chefs, and cultural advocates discussing initiatives that shape the city's future.
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.
In this thoughtful and inspiring episode, we speak with Emily Vernon, occupational therapist and director of the Fort Smith satellite clinic for The Griffin Promise Autism Clinic. Emily shares her journey from Tulsa to Fort Smith and why she’s passionate about supporting neurodiverse individuals and their families. She outlines her vision for creating an inclusive sensory gym, launching a local autism coalition, and making everyday community experiences more accessible for those on the spectrum. Learn about her therapeutic approach, the value of relationship-based care, and how Fort Smith is uniquely positioned to grow as a supportive, inclusive city for all.
Relevant Links:
The Griffin Promise Autism Clinic: https://www.thegriffinpromise.com
Fort Smith Convention & Visitors Bureau: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com
Creekmore Park: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/creekmore-park
Parrot Island Waterpark: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/parrot-island-waterpark
River Valley Nature Center: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/janet-huckabee-nature-center
Bakery District: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/bakery-district
Georgia’s Restaurant: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/georgias-restaurant
Rolando’s Restaurante: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/rolandos
Riverfront Skate and Bike Park: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/riverfront-skate-and-bike-park
Discover Fort Smith Podcast Sign-Up: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/podcast
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