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Sunday, April 20th, 2025
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Good morning, Little Rock. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 20th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Saturday's egg hunt at Burns Park in North Little Rock marked a key step in recovery after the March 31 tornadoes devastated the park. City officials and residents celebrated the event and the recent reopening of Burns Park Funland—an important sign of progress for the community. THV 11
- ➤ An egg hunt in North Little Rock highlighted tornado cleanup progress as community members gathered to enjoy the event—showing recovery efforts after the storm damage. Cleanup work continues as volunteers repair the affected area. THV 11
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Little Rock Police are investigating a homicide at 5103 Asher Avenue that occurred around 3:27 p.m. on April 19, where one adult male died from a gunshot wound and two other men were taken to hospitals (one remains in stable condition). ABC 7
- ➤ North Little Rock police responded to a shots-fired call today at Parkway Apartments on 2000 Parkway Dr around 7:45 p.m. and found one individual with a minor injury—officers remain on the scene investigating the incident. ABC 7
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A free Community Health Fair and Baby Shower will take place Saturday, April 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Watershed Human Development Agency, where local health groups will offer screenings, pregnancy resources and wellness services—nearly 30 vendors will provide additional health education and door prizes for families in underserved communities. ABC 7
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Phillip Lee, a defensive end transfer from Troy, signed with the Razorbacks on Saturday—Arkansas added him as its edge rusher for this spring's football season. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Weekly Improv Comedy Show
8-9:30 p.m. — The Joint Comedy Theater — $15 — Enjoy a night of improv comedy inspired by classics like 'Whose Line Is It Anyway?'.
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Hero Hustle Family Fun Run
8-11 a.m. — Cook's Landing Park — Youth pricing starts at $15 — Unleash your inner superhero in a fun-filled family run with races for all ages and fabulous costumes.
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Circus at the Symphony
3:00-4:30 p.m. — Robinson Center — Tickets available — Experience a thrilling musical journey featuring classic circus-themed compositions performed by the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra.
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