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Saturday, March 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Little Rock. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 8th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rex Nelson, a seasoned journalist and columnist, discusses the progress of the Downtown Little Rock Master Plan with Gabe Holmstrom on his podcast, 'Southern Fried.' Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An Arkansas man was sentenced to 50 years in prison after pleading guilty to charges including fleeing from law enforcement, with past incidents involving high-speed chases. THV 11
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Choirs from Little Rock and Fayetteville's largest United Methodist churches collaborate on a faith-based concert for the second consecutive year. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Barnaby Group has officially acquired the Town Pump restaurant in Little Rock's Riverdale, planning minimal renovations. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UA Little Rock has launched a new initiative offering paid residencies to train future educators more effectively. THV 11
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Little Rock Zoo celebrates the birth of a healthy baby gorilla to mother Adelina, marking the first time a gorilla born there has given birth. ABC 7
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mayor Frank Scott Jr. outlines his vision for Little Rock, focusing on crime reduction, housing as a public health crisis, and economic growth. THV 11
- ➤ A bill introduced by Sen. Kim Hammer in the Arkansas legislature proposes to stop funding for youth organizations that affiliate with or promote DEI practices, aiming funds instead towards groups aligning with state educational goals. ABC 7
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ An Arkansas bill to permit over-the-counter sales of ivermectin, an antiparasitic drug, passed the Senate and is heading to the House for consideration. THV 11
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Little Rock Trojans' Wrestling team won their first-ever Pac-12 Tournament, marking a significant achievement six years after the program's inception, with team members also setting records for individual championships and NCAA qualifications. ABC 7
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Cliff & Susan Concert
Cliff & Susan will perform live at The Rev Room in Little Rock.
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March Book Club: Discussion of 'The Four Winds'
Participants will discuss 'The Four Winds' by Kristin Hannah at Stickyz Rock'n'Roll Chicken Shack.
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Cliff & Susan: A Musical Duo Performance
Cliff & Susan, an international duo from Little Rock, will perform with a piano, fiddle, and guitar, blending influences reminiscent of Charlie Daniels and Jerry Lee Lewis.
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Graphic Design Certificate Program in Little Rock, AR
A hands-on graphic design certificate program covering essential design principles and software skills, available online and in-person in Little Rock.
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Almost St. Patrick's Day Pub Crawl in Little Rock
This themed pub crawl features social media challenges, a Best Dressed Contest, and a variety of engaging activities at multiple stops in Downtown Little Rock.
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Cliff & Susan Live Performance
Cliff & Susan, a married international duo from Little Rock, will perform with a piano, fiddle, and guitar at River Bottom Winery.
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Disney On Ice: Mickey's Search Party
This family-friendly ice skating spectacle features beloved Disney characters embarking on an adventurous quest to find Tinker Bell, complete with dazzling performances and immersive worlds inspired by popular Disney films.
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Disney On Ice: Mickey's Search Party
This family-friendly ice skating show features beloved Disney characters embarking on an adventurous quest filled with music, acrobatics, and immersive storytelling.
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2nd Annual Enlighten Tours Food Truck Festival
The Enlighten Tours Food Truck Festival features a variety of black-owned food vendors and food trucks in Downtown Little Rock.
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Disney On Ice: Mickey's Search Party
Disney On Ice presents Mickey's Search Party features Mickey Mouse and friends in an adventure filled with world-class skating, acrobatics, and thrilling stunts.
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