Good morning, Little Rock.

Arkansas quilters have been making handmade quilts to honor veterans and bring comfort; Teresa Moreno and her Let Freedom Ring group joined others at a Vietnam Veterans Memorial Day ceremony on March 31 and are now preparing additional quilts for upcoming presentations.

This effort continues as part of a national initiative to show care for veterans.

Officials in Little Rock are preparing to extend financial assistance to the municipal housing authority to help avert the foreclosure of the Madison Heights apartment complex at 1401 Madison St.—a property holding nearly $6 million in debt.

The Senate approved a bill on Thursday that would reconstitute the state library board.

Lawmakers will work on finalizing plans for the board's reorganization in upcoming sessions.

Legislators in the final full week of the 95th General Assembly worked to pass and block bills as they prepared for adjournment next Wednesday.

They passed a measure banning Pharmacy Benefit Managers from owning pharmacies, scrapped a prison funding bill for Franklin County, signed 55 new laws on topics including FOIA and religious adoption, and set a gas royalty bill to return to the House on Monday — a busy week that saw significant shifts — as lawmakers rushed to finish their work.

A health official confirmed two measles cases in children in Arkansas today—tests verified the infections.

Two brothers inspired by their father’s cancer battle launched the UAMS Health Little Rock Open — a charity tennis tournament that will bring rising tennis stars to Little Rock soon.

Fly the Ford Tri Motor in North Little Rock

9 AM – 5 PM — North Little Rock Municipal Airport — Book your seat — Experience a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to fly in a vintage airliner and perhaps even take the controls.

Jekalyn Carr Concert

7-10 p.m. — 2400 Wright Ave — Tickets required — Experience the powerful vocals and inspiring message of Jekalyn Carr live in concert this Good Friday.

Fly the Historic Ford Tri Motor

7 p.m. — North Little Rock Municipal Airport — Book your ride — Experience a thrilling flight in the vintage Ford Tri Motor airliner.

Marcus Smith Live Comedy Show

8 PM – 12 AM — Loony Bin Comedy Club — Tickets support a cause of your choice — Enjoy a night of laughter while contributing to a charitable cause.

Marcus Smith Comedy Show

10-11 p.m. — Loony Bin Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of laughs with Marcus Smith while supporting a cause of your choice.

Wild Wines Fundraiser

7-10 p.m. — Little Rock Zoo — Volunteers needed — Indulge in exquisite wine tastings paired with culinary delights and enjoy live music at this beloved annual fundraiser.

Great North Little Rock Cleanup

Keep North Little Rock Beautiful is hosting a clean-up event on April 26 from 8:30 - 11 am in honor of Earth Day and part of the nationwide Great American Cleanup movement. Sign up to volunteer and then join in the clean-up fun at St. Joseph Farm Stand where there will be food, door prizes, and free trees.

Open House for Luxury Living

2-4 p.m. — 117 Calion Court, Little Rock, AR — Free entry — Experience luxury in a stunning 4-bedroom, 4.5-bath home designed for comfort and style.

20th Annual Dinner on the Grounds

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Rusty Tractor Vineyards — Support local families — Enjoy southern cuisine and live music in a beautiful vineyard setting.

Patterson Hood & Drive By Truckers Concert

7-10 p.m. — White Water Tavern — Affordable tickets — Experience the energy of live music with Patterson Hood & Drive By Truckers in Little Rock.

Bree Ogden Live Performance

6-8 p.m. — JJ’s Grill Little Rock — All Ages Welcome — Enjoy an evening of live music from Nashville-bound Arkansas native Bree Ogden.