Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 13th of January.
Good morning, Little Rock.
North Little Rock Tourism launches Restaurant Month this January to celebrate the local dining scene by highlighting longtime favorites and new eateries.
Locals who spend $15 at a participating restaurant may enter online raffles for gift cards and event tickets (including Arkansas Travelers and Journey games).
AVAIO Digital will start constructing its new data center hub in Pulaski County in early 2026, using a $6 billion investment.
The project will create over 500 full-time jobs and thousands of construction roles, boosting local technology growth.
North Little Rock City Council approved a one-year extension of a $100,000 economic development agreement with the Chamber of Commerce Monday night, continuing a relationship established in 2018.
A Little Rock woman shares her cervical cancer journey during Cervical Cancer Awareness Month to stress the need for early detection and regular screening; her fight against this silent killer has sparked important local health discussions (a personal account that resonates with the community).
Local fishing enthusiasts saw strong striper bites today at Lake Ouachita, with Bobby McGehee using white horse head jigs (with a chartreuse hair skirt) for trolling.
Fishing guide Jon Conklin advises anglers to try for trout later this afternoon.
Time Travel Half Marathon and Fun Run
Time Travel Half Marathon/10K/5K — 9 a.m. — North Little Rock, Arkansas — Entry fees vary — Celebrate the New Year with a fun-packed running event for all ages featuring various distances.
Arkansas Contractors' Auction
8 AM – 9 AM — Blackmon Auctions Complex — Auction fees apply — Bid on a variety of trucks, trailers, and construction equipment at this extensive public auction.
Justin Furstenfeld Live Performance
8-10 p.m. — The Hall - Little Rock — Tickets starting at $63.68 — Experience the emotional storytelling of Justin Furstenfeld, the frontman of Blue October, in an intimate one-man show.
Some Guy Named Robb Concert
6-10 p.m. — The Oyster Bar — Enjoy a night of music with Arkansas native Robb McCormick as he graces the stage.
The Magic of Motown
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Robinson Center — $ — Experience the #1 Motown show in the country featuring all your favorite hits.
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