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Friday, April 25th, 2025
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Good morning, Little Rock. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Traffic along the eastbound lanes of I-630 in Little Rock was impacted by an accident (left lane and shoulder blocked at mile marker 1.7) that injured one person. THV 11
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Following a 7-0 board vote, Jeff Senn was named the new superintendent of Pulaski County Special School District and will begin his three-year contract on July 1 while planning to boost early education and create graduation pathways for high school students (he currently leads Lonoke Public School District) and draws on his past roles as principal at North Pulaski and Maumelle High Schools (experiences that help him understand classroom challenges). ABC 7
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ KARK 4 News interviewed Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders on Thursday in Little Rock to recap hundreds of bills signed into law after the 95th General Assembly ended three months ago (the interview aired Apr 24). KARK
- ➤ ARDOT is working to improve safety in Little Rock—after a downed traffic light on South University Avenue raised driver concerns. Officials plan to inspect the intersection and repair the light as soon as possible. THV 11
- ➤ Today, Attorney General Tim Griffin launched a new task force to target financial fraud schemes—its role is to investigate and stop scams that hurt consumers. THV 11
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Florida State transfer quarterback Trevor Jackson committed to Arkansas during his official visit to Fayetteville. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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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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On Golden Pond
6:30 p.m. — The Joint Comedy Theater — Tickets required — A heartfelt exploration of love and the challenges of aging through the summer retreat of a cherished couple.
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Sal Vulcano Live Show
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Robinson Center — Tickets from $47 — Experience a night of laughter with comedian Sal Vulcano at the Robinson Center Music Hall.
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