01/23/2026As snowfall blankets the River Valley, bird watchers are flocking to their windows and feeders, enjoying the return of familiar winter species and hoping for rare visitors. Dr. Ragupathy Kannan, professor of ornithology at the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith, says cold weather brings an ideal opportunity to observe a variety of birds.Rachel PutmanArts and SciencesA young American Goldfinch2026-01